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$124+ Cheap flights from Portland to Santa Ana, CA (PDX - 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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SNA
Aug 28 — Sep 41
Fri 8/28
Fri 9/4
1 adult, Economy
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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 26 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Portland to Santa Ana
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Thu 9/107:38 pm
PDX
-
SNA
Nonstop2h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 9/178:59 pm
SNA
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/26$251
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 10/282:33 pm
PDX
-
SNA
Nonstop2h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 11/57:06 am
SNA
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/26$252
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Mon 9/2112:39 pm
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop4h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/2610:29 am
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop5h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$253
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 9/27:38 pm
PDX
-
SNA
Nonstop2h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/67:45 am
SNA
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/25$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sun 10/189:34 pm
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop20h 01m
Frontier
Sun 11/84:46 pm
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop27h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$255
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 9/77:03 am
PDX
-
SNA
Nonstop2h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/147:11 am
SNA
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 24m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/24$256
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 9/117:38 pm
PDX
-
SNA
Nonstop2h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/147:11 am
SNA
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 24m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 11/711:40 am
PDX
-
SNA
2 stops6h 35m
Southwest
Wed 11/113:25 pm
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop3h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Fri 9/412:20 pm
PDX
-
SNA
2 stops26h 28m
Frontier
Thu 9/104:35 pm
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop19h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27$259
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/167:03 am
PDX
-
SNA
Nonstop2h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/209:01 pm
SNA
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Mon 8/175:00 am
PDX
-
SNA
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Fri 8/214:40 pm
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Thu 8/271:47 pm
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop22h 44m
Frontier
Mon 8/317:53 pm
SNA
-
PDX
2 stops21h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25$263

Find 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 July 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$251
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$124
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$317

Good round-trip deal

$286 or less

Good one-way deal

$188 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($13 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 July 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

Wed 9/9

5:30 am-12:06 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/10

7:59 pm-12:37 am

1 stop4h 38m

$257

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

Tue 8/18

6:55 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 8/21

6:30 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$257

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

Thu 9/10

7:03 am-9:46 am

Nonstop2h 43m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/14

8:59 pm-11:22 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$257

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

Sun 9/13

7:00 am-12:06 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 9/16

7:15 am-12:00 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$257

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

Tue 8/25

4:10 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 8/28

11:45 am-7:20 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$262

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

Tue 10/27

7:00 am-11:13 am

1 stop4h 13m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/3

4:22 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$267

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

Fri 9/25

5:15 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 9/27

6:40 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$287

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

Tue 10/6

5:32 pm-8:09 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/7

11:02 am-1:33 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

$297

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

Sun 8/2

5:15 am-12:06 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/5

4:12 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$317

PortlandSanta Ana

PDX - SNA

PDXSNA

Portland

Tue 8/11

6:35 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 20m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/15

7:50 am-6:10 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$323

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland to Santa Ana in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-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 Portland-Santa Ana, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-Santa Ana, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-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 Portland-Santa Ana, California flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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, California?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Portland to Santa Ana, California, you should look to book at least 25 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland to Santa Ana, California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Santa Ana, California (average of $259). Flying from Portland to Santa Ana, California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 July 29, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Portland to Santa Ana, California 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 13% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Santa Ana, California flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland to Santa Ana, California?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Portland to Santa Ana, California flights typically cost between $244 and $405 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $251 on Alaska Airlines (Sep 10-Sep 17).

The best insider tips for Portland to Santa Ana flights

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on PDX

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

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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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 July 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Portland to Santa Ana, such as Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,727 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,821 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,749 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

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 30m for a nonstop flight. There are 3 flights from Portland to Santa Ana per day from 7 airlines.

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

    Flights from Portland to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty have been viewed 10 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Departing from Portland to Santa Ana, California will take you 2h 43m. Portland and Santa Ana, California are separated by a distance of 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, California round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Portland to Santa Ana, California is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $49 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Hawaiian Airlines and Delta, starting at $151 and $169 round-trip. Frontier is 84% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $50. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Hawaiian Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Portland to Santa Ana, California for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Portland to Santa Ana, California consider choosing American Airlines (98%), Icelandair (98%) or Alaska Airlines (98%) 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, California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Portland to Santa Ana, California? While on average our users pay $288, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $153. The most popular route (Portland - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), is priced around $247.

  • 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, California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Santa Ana, California (average of $259). Flying from Portland to Santa Ana, California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 7 airlines flying from Portland to Santa Ana

Discover the top 7 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 July 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$49Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$151Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$169Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$179Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$187Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$191Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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