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$58+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana (DTW - SNA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SNA
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in August or July, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Santa Ana (SNA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$147
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$58
(CheapOair)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$406

Good round-trip deal

$281 or less

Good one-way deal

$140 or less
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/72:22 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/158:09 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$147
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/76:24 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/148:09 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$148
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/246:00 amDTW - SNA
1 stop8h 16mFrontier
Mon 10/2712:01 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop9h 58mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$152
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/119:21 amDTW - SNA
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/148:09 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$162
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/146:24 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/166:45 amSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$172
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/146:24 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/218:09 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$181
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/26:10 amDTW - SNA
1 stop7h 57mFrontier
Mon 10/611:52 amSNA - DTW
1 stop9h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$182
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Sat 10/186:05 amDTW - SNA
2 stops16h 09mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/218:09 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$184
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/86:05 amDTW - SNA
2 stops18h 58mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/148:09 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$189

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Santa Ana that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Santa Ana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

6:24 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/29

8:09 pm-5:28 am

1 stop6h 19m

$162

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/11

9:30 am-8:59 pm

1 stop14h 29m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 11/19

5:46 pm-11:19 am

2 stops14h 33m

$220

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

6:05 am-7:14 pm

2 stops16h 09m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/24

6:45 am-8:00 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$228

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/8

9:30 am-8:59 pm

1 stop14h 29m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/13

5:46 pm-3:09 pm

2 stops18h 23m

$257

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/3

9:05 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops19h 10m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/10

6:45 am-3:47 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$259

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/30

9:05 pm-7:14 pm

2 stops25h 09m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 11/3

8:09 pm-5:34 am

1 stop6h 25m

$320

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/11

2:22 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 10/13

6:45 am-8:00 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$323

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/13

2:22 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 10/20

9:20 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop15h 54m

$327

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/24

9:40 am-11:25 am

Nonstop4h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 11/28

12:33 pm-7:58 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$335

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/10

6:35 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 10/12

8:09 pm-5:28 am

1 stop6h 19m

$360

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Santa Ana

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $375). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Santa Ana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 59% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Ana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Ana. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Santa Ana. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,019 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,174 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Santa Ana. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Santa Ana?

    You will need to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty if you want to fly from Detroit to Santa Ana. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Santa Ana from the Detroit airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DTW to SNA to be around 4h 45m.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    Spirit Airlines can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana in just under 6h 39m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 1954 mi between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Santa Ana.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($137), Frontier ($139), and American Airlines ($216) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana for 72% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana? While on average our users pay $417, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $68. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), is priced around $147.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Santa Ana that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Santa Ana flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Santa Ana?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Santa Ana.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Santa Ana?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Santa Ana by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $375). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Detroit to Santa Ana

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Santa Ana. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$137Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$139Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$384Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$399Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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