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

Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Ana, with prices starting at $289. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Spirit Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $292 and $300, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Raleigh to Santa Ana are Frontier ($93), Spirit Airlines ($103), and United Airlines ($140).

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Santa Ana flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Ana ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Santa Ana when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Ana, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Raleigh to Santa Ana?

When booking a flight from Raleigh to Santa Ana, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Delta or Frontier as they are the most popular for this route.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Santa Ana?

Departing on a Thursday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 31% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to Santa Ana?

Users have found that booking a flight from Raleigh to Santa Ana at least 42 days early can save you up to 53% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 42 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Raleigh to Santa Ana for as little as $413 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $447 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Santa Ana?

September can be a great time to fly to Santa Ana from Raleigh with a flight ticket averaging about $390. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of September for as cheap as $159. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

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

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Wed 8/135:25 amRDU - SNA

1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines

Wed 8/2010:38 amSNA - RDU

1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 6/29

$289

Thu 8/77:30 amRDU - SNA

1 stop11h 22mFrontier

Thu 8/143:32 pmSNA - RDU

2 stops16h 03mFrontier

Deal found 6/28

$290

Thu 8/79:10 amRDU - SNA

3 stops29h 16mSpirit Airlines

Thu 8/148:30 pmSNA - RDU

2 stops14h 17mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$297

Thu 7/317:30 amRDU - SNA

1 stop11h 22mMultiple Airlines

Sun 8/33:37 pmSNA - RDU

2 stops13h 38mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$313

Wed 12/35:45 amRDU - SNA

1 stop7h 54mDelta

Wed 12/1010:45 amSNA - RDU

1 stop10h 09mDelta

Deal found 6/28

$343

Wed 8/66:40 amRDU - SNA

2 stops8h 40mSouthwest

Tue 8/1212:05 pmSNA - RDU

1 stop6h 20mSouthwest

Deal found 6/28

$348

Thu 9/117:36 amRDU - SNA

2 stops12h 24mAlaska Airlines

Tue 9/1612:45 pmSNA - RDU

1 stop25h 25mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 6/29

$374

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Wed 8/135:25 amRDU - SNA

1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines

Wed 8/2010:38 amSNA - RDU

1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 6/29

$289

Thu 8/77:30 amRDU - SNA

1 stop11h 22mMultiple Airlines

Thu 8/148:30 pmSNA - RDU

2 stops14h 17mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$290

Thu 8/77:30 amRDU - SNA

1 stop11h 22mFrontier

Thu 8/143:32 pmSNA - RDU

2 stops16h 03mFrontier

Deal found 6/30

$292

Thu 8/75:10 pmRDU - SNA

2 stops21h 16mSpirit Airlines

Thu 8/148:30 pmSNA - RDU

2 stops14h 17mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/28

$300

Sun 10/265:45 amRDU - SNA

1 stop7h 54mDelta

Tue 10/287:00 amSNA - RDU

1 stop7h 24mDelta

Deal found 6/30

$343

Wed 8/66:05 amRDU - SNA

2 stops9h 15mSouthwest

Tue 8/127:00 amSNA - RDU

1 stop7h 10mSouthwest

Deal found 6/28

$348

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Sat 7/52:49 pmRDU - SNA

1 stop9h 35mAmerican Airlines

Sat 7/127:28 amSNA - RDU

1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 6/28

$403

Mon 7/79:20 amRDU - SNA

2 stops24h 56mSpirit Airlines

Sun 7/133:37 pmSNA - RDU

3 stops23h 03mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/28

$402

Mon 7/72:03 pmRDU - SNA

2 stops20h 13mMultiple Airlines

Sun 7/133:32 pmSNA - RDU

1 stop12h 03mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$445

Tue 7/87:20 amRDU - SNA

1 stop8h 15mSouthwest

Tue 7/82:05 pmSNA - RDU

1 stop6h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 6/30

$625

Wed 7/97:36 amRDU - SNA

2 stops12h 44mAlaska Airlines

Mon 7/147:14 pmSNA - RDU

1 stop18h 47mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$611

Thu 7/107:30 amRDU - SNA

1 stop11h 22mFrontier

Sun 7/133:32 pmSNA - RDU

1 stop12h 03mFrontier

Deal found 6/30

$404

Mon 7/149:10 amRDU - SNA

2 stops29h 16mSpirit Airlines

Thu 7/173:37 pmSNA - RDU

2 stops13h 38mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$339

Wed 7/236:02 amRDU - SNA

1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines

Tue 7/296:40 pmSNA - RDU

1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/28

$383

Wed 7/2312:35 pmRDU - SNA

2 stops9h 10mSouthwest

Tue 7/297:15 amSNA - RDU

1 stop8h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 6/29

$423

Tue 7/295:16 amRDU - SNA

1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines

Tue 8/511:28 amSNA - RDU

1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 6/29

$289

Wed 7/305:45 amRDU - SNA

1 stop7h 40mDelta

Wed 8/68:00 amSNA - RDU

1 stop6h 54mDelta

Deal found 6/29

$297

Thu 7/317:30 amRDU - SNA

1 stop11h 22mFrontier

Sun 8/33:32 pmSNA - RDU

1 stop12h 03mFrontier

Deal found 6/30

$299

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Fri 8/225:27 pmRDU - SNA

1 stop20h 45mFrontier

Deal found 6/30

$93

Mon 8/1811:55 amRDU - SNA

2 stops12h 26mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$103

Sat 8/166:39 amRDU - SNA

1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$140

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RDU - SNA

RDUSNA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/13

5:25 am-9:10 am

1 stop6h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/20

10:38 am-10:05 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$289

RaleighSanta Ana

RDU - SNA

RDUSNA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/7

7:30 am-3:52 pm

1 stop11h 22m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/14

8:30 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops14h 17m

$290

RaleighSanta Ana

RDU - SNA

RDUSNA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/7

7:30 am-3:52 pm

1 stop11h 22m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/14

3:32 pm-10:35 am

2 stops16h 03m

$292

RaleighSanta Ana

RDU - SNA

RDUSNA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/7

5:10 pm-11:26 am

2 stops21h 16m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/14

8:30 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops14h 17m

$300

RaleighSanta Ana

RDU - SNA

RDUSNA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/6

6:05 am-12:20 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/12

7:00 am-5:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$348

RaleighSanta Ana

RDU - SNA

RDUSNA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/11

7:36 am-5:00 pm

2 stops12h 24m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/16

12:45 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$374

RaleighSanta Ana

RDU - SNA

RDUSNA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 7/31

2:55 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/4

7:11 pm-6:00 am

1 stop7h 49m

$380

RaleighSanta Ana

RDU - SNA

RDUSNA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/22

5:27 pm-11:12 am

1 stop20h 45m

$93

RaleighSanta Ana

RDU - SNA

RDUSNA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/18

11:55 am-9:21 pm

2 stops12h 26m

$103

RaleighSanta Ana

RDU - SNA

RDUSNA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/16

6:39 am-10:59 am

1 stop7h 20m

$140

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

The price you pay for your flight from Raleigh to Santa Ana may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Santa Ana?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Raleigh to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 RDU to SNA?

When flying from Raleigh to Santa Ana, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 52% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Ana

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Raleigh to Santa Ana. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,278 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,278 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,278 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,969 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,278 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,852 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,278 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,278 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,096 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,278 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Raleigh to Santa Ana round-trip?
Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Ana, with prices starting at $289. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Spirit Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $292 and $300, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to Santa Ana one-way?
The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Raleigh to Santa Ana are Frontier ($93), Spirit Airlines ($103), and United Airlines ($140).
Can I find deals for flights from Raleigh to Santa Ana that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Raleigh to Santa Ana flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to Santa Ana?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Raleigh to Santa Ana.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Raleigh to Santa Ana?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Santa Ana?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Raleigh to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 Raleigh to Santa Ana

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$135	Average$235	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
United Airlines	Cheapest$281	Average$481	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Delta	Cheapest$296	Average$389	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$325	Average$445	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Southwest	Cheapest$360	Average$474	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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