$86+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, CA (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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SNA
May 24 — May 311
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Santa AnaExplore 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 April 24, 2026.
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 April 24, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/271:20 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop22h 49m
Frontier
Sun 5/319:54 am
SNA
- DTW
1 stop23h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22![Frontier logo]()
$173
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/56:00 am
DTW
- SNA
1 stop9h 38m
American Airlines
Fri 5/812:27 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop7h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20![American Airlines logo]()
$201
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/281:20 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop22h 49m
Frontier
Mon 6/14:20 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21![Frontier logo]()
$210
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/276:02 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop7h 03m
American Airlines
Thu 4/303:12 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop6h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20![American Airlines logo]()
$221
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Fri 5/81:20 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop22h 49m
Frontier
Sun 5/109:54 am
SNA
- DTW
1 stop23h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19![Frontier logo]()
$225
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 5/71:20 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop22h 49m
Frontier
Sun 5/104:20 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20![Frontier logo]()
$226
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/110:27 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop15h 58m
Frontier
Mon 6/14:20 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21![Frontier logo]()
$230
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/25:55 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop7h 25m
American Airlines
Fri 6/512:33 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop6h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20![American Airlines logo]()
$231
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/257:35 am
DTW
- SNA
1 stop7h 02m
American Airlines
Fri 5/11:17 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop6h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/18![American Airlines logo]()
$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/271:20 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop22h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/317:45 am
SNA
- DTW
2 stops20h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$235
Best flights from Detroit to Santa AnaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to Santa Ana that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 24, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to Santa Ana that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 24, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/45:32 pm
DTW
- SNA
2 stops19h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/610:05 am
SNA
- DTW
1 stop16h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$486
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/87:45 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop18h 30m
Delta
Mon 5/119:10 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop14h 56m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$525
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/298:50 am
DTW
- SNA
Nonstop4h 53m
Delta
Sun 5/3111:53 am
SNA
- DTW
Nonstop4h 19m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$579
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/57:09 am
DTW
- SNA
2 stops12h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/95:39 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop9h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$599
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/168:46 am
DTW
- SNA
Nonstop4h 43m
Delta
Thu 7/2312:15 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop9h 44m
Delta
Deal found 4/22![Delta logo]()
$589
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/127:09 am
DTW
- SNA
2 stops12h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 5/141:58 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop12h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$620
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/23:00 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop10h 29m
Delta
Tue 6/911:44 am
SNA
- DTW
Nonstop4h 22m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$589
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/268:46 am
DTW
- SNA
Nonstop4h 48m
Delta
Mon 6/291:46 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop7h 23m
Delta
Deal found 4/21![Delta logo]()
$589
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/21:03 pm
DTW
- SNA
2 stops12h 27m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 6/86:45 am
SNA
- DTW
2 stops10h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$655
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/17:01 am
DTW
- SNA
1 stop9h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 7/176:09 pm
SNA
- DTW
2 stops12h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$663
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/108:46 am
DTW
- SNA
Nonstop4h 48m
Delta
Sun 6/217:13 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop7h 06m
Delta
Deal found 4/18![Delta logo]()
$659
Last-minute flights from Detroit to Santa AnaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to Santa Ana. Data last updated April 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to Santa Ana. Data last updated April 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/259:43 am
DTW
- SNA
1 stop7h 38m
American Airlines
Fri 5/13:12 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop6h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/19![American Airlines logo]()
$233
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/276:02 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop7h 03m
American Airlines
Thu 4/303:12 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop6h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20![American Airlines logo]()
$221
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/276:02 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop7h 03m
American Airlines
Fri 5/112:27 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop7h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/19![American Airlines logo]()
$231
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/110:27 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop15h 58m
Frontier
Mon 6/14:20 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21![Frontier logo]()
$230
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:02 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop7h 03m
American Airlines
Sat 6/610:35 am
SNA
- DTW
1 stop9h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21![American Airlines logo]()
$248
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/56:00 am
DTW
- SNA
1 stop9h 38m
American Airlines
Fri 5/812:27 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop7h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20![American Airlines logo]()
$201
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 5/71:20 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop22h 49m
Frontier
Sun 5/104:20 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20![Frontier logo]()
$226
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Fri 5/81:20 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop22h 49m
Frontier
Sun 5/109:54 am
SNA
- DTW
1 stop23h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19![Frontier logo]()
$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/271:20 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop22h 49m
Frontier
Sun 5/319:54 am
SNA
- DTW
1 stop23h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22![Frontier logo]()
$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/271:20 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop22h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/317:45 am
SNA
- DTW
2 stops20h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$235
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/281:20 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop22h 49m
Frontier
Mon 6/14:20 pm
SNA
- DTW
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21![Frontier logo]()
$210
One-way flights from Detroit to Santa AnaSearch for one-way flight options from Detroit to Santa Ana. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 24, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to Santa Ana. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 24, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/207:45 am
DTW
- SNA
1 stop28h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21![Frontier logo]()
$86
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/81:20 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop22h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19![Frontier logo]()
$110
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/67:45 am
DTW
- SNA
1 stop28h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22![Frontier logo]()
$111
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/167:53 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$113
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/13:42 pm
DTW
- SNA
1 stop10h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20![American Airlines logo]()
$116
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/107:53 pm
DTW
- SNA
2 stops19h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19![Frontier logo]()
$118
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/197:55 am
DTW
- SNA
2 stops34h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/302:40 pm
DTW
- SNA
2 stops48h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 4/23![Frontier logo]()
$125
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/26:00 am
DTW
- SNA
1 stop10h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21![Frontier logo]()
$131
Find 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 April 24, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $173 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $86 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $729 |
Good round-trip deal | $679 or less |
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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 April 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
DetroitSanta Ana
DTW - SNA
DTWSNA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 5/4
5:32 pm-10:25 am
2 stops19h 53m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Wed 5/6
10:05 am-5:44 am
1 stop16h 39m
$486
DetroitSanta Ana
DTW - SNA
DTWSNA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 5/8
7:45 pm-11:15 am
1 stop18h 30m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Mon 5/11
9:10 pm-3:06 pm
1 stop14h 56m
$525
Quickest round-trip
DetroitSanta Ana
DTW - SNA
DTWSNA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 5/29
8:50 am-10:43 am
Nonstop4h 53m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Sun 5/31
11:53 am-7:12 pm
Nonstop4h 19m
$579
DetroitSanta Ana
DTW - SNA
DTWSNA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 7/16
8:46 am-10:29 am
Nonstop4h 43m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Thu 7/23
12:15 pm-12:59 am
1 stop9h 44m
$589
DetroitSanta Ana
DTW - SNA
DTWSNA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 6/2
3:00 pm-10:29 pm
1 stop10h 29m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Tue 6/9
11:44 am-7:06 pm
Nonstop4h 22m
$589
DetroitSanta Ana
DTW - SNA
DTWSNA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 6/26
8:46 am-10:34 am
Nonstop4h 48m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Mon 6/29
1:46 pm-12:09 am
1 stop7h 23m
$589
DetroitSanta Ana
DTW - SNA
DTWSNA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 5/5
7:09 am-4:50 pm
2 stops12h 41m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Sat 5/9
5:39 pm-5:44 am
1 stop9h 05m
$599
DetroitSanta Ana
DTW - SNA
DTWSNA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 5/12
7:09 am-4:50 pm
2 stops12h 41m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Thu 5/14
1:58 pm-5:49 am
1 stop12h 51m
$620
DetroitSanta Ana
DTW - SNA
DTWSNA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 6/2
1:03 pm-10:30 pm
2 stops12h 27m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Mon 6/8
6:45 am-8:26 pm
2 stops10h 41m
$655
DetroitSanta Ana
DTW - SNA
DTWSNA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 6/10
8:46 am-10:34 am
Nonstop4h 48m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Sun 6/21
7:13 pm-5:19 am
1 stop7h 06m
$659
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Santa Ana in April.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Santa Ana, California flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Santa Ana, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Santa Ana, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Santa Ana, California flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Santa Ana, California flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Santa Ana
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California?
Booking 36 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California (average of $245). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California in April is currently the most expensive (average of $729). 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 April 24, 2026.
When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $215.
What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 58m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 05m.
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 April 24, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican 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.
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$104 | Average$242 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$139 | Average$302 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$558 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$398 | Average$888 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$407 | Average$591 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$419 | Average$692 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |