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$90+ Cheap flights from Portland to Santa Ana (PDX - SNA)

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PDX — SNA
oct. 11 — oct. 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in January or February, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$90
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$247

Good round-trip deal

$211 or less

Good one-way deal

$118 or less
From Portland to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
One-way flight from Portland to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/17:47 pmPDX - SNA
Nonstop2h 28mHawaiian Airlines
mar. 11/49:25 pmSNA - PDX
Nonstop2h 32mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/11$177
This CheapTickets deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapTickets is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/251:25 pmPDX - SNA
1 stop5h 00mHawaiian Airlines
sáb. 11/17:00 amSNA - PDX
Nonstop2h 39mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/10$178
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
lun. 9/299:00 amPDX - SNA
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
jue. 10/26:45 amSNA - PDX
1 stop4h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/8$179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
sáb. 10/113:19 pmPDX - SNA
1 stop4h 57mDelta
mié. 10/157:15 amSNA - PDX
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Deal found 9/9$180
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
mar. 9/2312:07 pmPDX - SNA
1 stop9h 58mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/112:30 pmSNA - PDX
Nonstop2h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$181
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jue. 11/137:47 pmPDX - SNA
Nonstop2h 28mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 11/156:15 pmSNA - PDX
Nonstop2h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/9$182
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/112:07 pmPDX - SNA
1 stop9h 58mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 10/42:00 pmSNA - PDX
Nonstop2h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/8$183
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/65:30 amPDX - SNA
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
dom. 11/97:45 amSNA - PDX
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$184
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sáb. 11/111:15 amPDX - SNA
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
mié. 11/53:10 pmSNA - PDX
2 stops6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$185
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/2412:07 pmPDX - SNA
1 stop9h 58mMultiple Airlines
vie. 9/2610:41 amSNA - PDX
1 stop7h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$186
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/116:45 amPDX - SNA
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
lun. 10/137:45 amSNA - PDX
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$187
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jue. 9/187:22 pmPDX - SNA
1 stop16h 53mFrontier
mar. 9/2312:58 pmSNA - PDX
1 stop9h 36mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$188

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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Portland

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Santa Ana

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PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

sáb. 11/1

5:55 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mar. 11/4

6:15 pm-8:47 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

$177

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

sáb. 10/18

5:50 pm-8:22 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mar. 10/21

2:00 pm-4:27 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

$177

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

sáb. 11/1

1:30 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mar. 11/4

5:10 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$180

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

sáb. 10/11

6:45 am-3:50 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

lun. 10/13

7:45 am-2:10 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$187

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

sáb. 12/13

7:58 pm-10:26 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

jue. 12/18

9:10 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

$187

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

lun. 2/23

5:55 pm-8:21 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

sáb. 2/28

10:55 am-1:27 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

$187

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

mié. 10/22

6:45 am-10:35 am

1 stop3h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

dom. 10/26

7:45 am-12:05 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$190

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

jue. 10/9

6:30 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

lun. 10/13

6:45 am-1:50 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$192

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

sáb. 11/8

5:00 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mar. 11/11

7:03 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$197

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

jue. 11/27

2:36 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

sáb. 12/13

7:00 am-9:41 am

Nonstop2h 41m

$197

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The best insider tips for Portland to Santa Ana flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Portland to Santa Ana trip
Airports
PDX

Expect security wait times up to 15 minutes off-peak, longer during rush hours. Use Express Lanes if eligible for faster processing.

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SNA

For rideshare pickups at SNA, head to designated areas on parking structure roofs. Request rides enroute to pickup zones for efficiency.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on PDX

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on SNA

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Santa Ana

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Santa Ana

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

Booking 26 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland to Santa Ana. 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 Portland to Santa Ana?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Portland to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 PDX to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Portland to Santa Ana is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 8% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Santa Ana flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Portland to Santa Ana, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland 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 Portland to Santa Ana?

    If you book a flight from Portland to Santa Ana, you will be flying from Portland to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty. Flights to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) from Portland (PDX) take 2h 26m for a nonstop flight. There are 10 flights from Portland to Santa Ana per day from 8 airlines.

  • How popular is this Portland to Santa Ana flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Portland to Santa Ana?

    Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Delta can get you from Portland to Santa Ana in just under 2h 32m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 14m. The distance between Portland and Santa Ana is about 860 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland to Santa Ana round-trip?

    Currently priced at $54, Frontier will fly you from Portland to Santa Ana and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $84 and $136, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 80% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland to Santa Ana one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $93. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Portland to Santa Ana for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to Santa Ana?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Portland to Santa Ana consider choosing American Airlines (98%), Icelandair (92%) or Alaska Airlines (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Santa Ana?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Portland to Santa Ana? While on average our users pay $346, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $108. The most popular route (Portland - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), is priced around $144.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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 Portland to Santa Ana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Portland to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 8 airlines flying from Portland to Santa Ana

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$54Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$84Average$172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$136Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$157Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$164Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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