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$263+ Cheap flights from Rochester, MN to Santa Ana, CA (RST - 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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RST — SNA
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:22 amRST - SNA
1 stop9h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/83:04 pmSNA - RST
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$393
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/106:35 amRST - SNA
1 stop9h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/143:04 pmSNA - RST
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$478

Cheap flight deals from Rochester to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (RST) 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 November 26, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
1 star

Round-trip from

$278
(Delta)

One-way from

$263
(Delta)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$551
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One-way flight from Rochester to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($179 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Rochester

Fly to

Santa Ana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RochesterSanta Ana

RST - SNA

RSTSNA

Rochester

Tue 1/27

4:39 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/31

8:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$278

RochesterSanta Ana

RST - SNA

RSTSNA

Rochester

Thu 12/4

6:22 am-2:11 pm

1 stop9h 49m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 12/8

3:04 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$393

RochesterSanta Ana

RST - SNA

RSTSNA

Rochester

Fri 1/9

4:39 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/12

8:00 am-3:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$442

RochesterSanta Ana

RST - SNA

RSTSNA

Rochester

Wed 4/1

4:45 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$263

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Deals found on 11/25

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Best time to book a flight from Rochester to Santa Ana

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to Santa Ana, California (average of $87). Flying from Rochester, Minnesota to Santa Ana, California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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.

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 November 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Rochester to Santa Ana by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Monica,Nov 2025

JAC - DFW

At least there was an option of entertainment on this flight.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Monica,Nov 2025

JAC - DFW

At least there was an option of entertainment on this flight.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    For as low as $278, Delta can have you in Santa Ana, California from Rochester, Minnesota in 5h 53m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1529 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Rochester, Minnesota to Santa Ana, California round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($348), offers the cheapest pricing from Rochester, Minnesota to Santa Ana, California. Users have found that American Airlines is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rochester 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 Rochester, Minnesota to Santa Ana, California?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to Santa Ana, California (average of $87). Flying from Rochester, Minnesota to Santa Ana, California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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 airline flying from Rochester to Santa Ana

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Rochester 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$348Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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