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$62+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Santa Ana, CA (SMF - SNA)

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SMF — SNA
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in August or September, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/147:41 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop21h 58mFrontier
Sun 12/217:57 pmSNA - SMF
1 stop21h 24mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/316:16 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/711:11 amSNA - SMF
1 stop25h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$232
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Mon 12/1512:35 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop24h 07mFrontier
Fri 12/1911:53 amSNA - SMF
1 stop24h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/82:26 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop4h 21mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/73:41 pmSNA - SMF
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Mon 12/157:41 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop15h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/217:57 pmSNA - SMF
1 stop21h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/147:41 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop21h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/206:45 amSNA - SMF
1 stop12h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Mon 12/157:41 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop15h 03mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/197:16 pmSNA - SMF
1 stop23h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$255
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/246:16 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/316:45 amSNA - SMF
1 stop10h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/246:16 pmSMF - SNA
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/266:45 amSNA - SMF
1 stop10h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Tue 12/308:30 pmSMF - SNA
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Tue 1/69:50 amSNA - SMF
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$262

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$122
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$62
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$339
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/9

11:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/12

3:41 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$177

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/9

2:48 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/10

7:30 am-9:51 pm

1 stop14h 21m

$185

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/8

1:05 pm-10:18 pm

2 stops9h 13m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/10

7:30 am-2:05 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$190

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/10

4:15 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/14

6:45 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$216

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/24

2:05 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/27

1:50 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$216

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/7

7:20 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/12

1:50 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$216

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/10

9:13 am-5:18 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/14

12:56 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$222

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/24

8:13 am-8:06 pm

2 stops11h 53m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/28

8:05 am-9:14 pm

1 stop13h 09m

$222

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/11

1:16 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/15

8:15 am-6:14 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$224

SacramentoSanta Ana

SMF - SNA

SMFSNA

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/9

1:16 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/12

8:15 am-8:03 pm

1 stop11h 48m

$224

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Santa Ana

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Santa Ana in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice 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 Sacramento-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 Sacramento-Santa Ana, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Santa Ana, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Santa Ana, California flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 Sacramento-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 Sacramento to Santa Ana

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Santa Ana, California?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Santa Ana, California, you should look to book at least 63 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 Sacramento to Santa Ana, California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Santa Ana, California (average of $28). Flying from Sacramento to Santa Ana, California in September is currently the most expensive (average of $60). 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 SMF to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 December 4, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Santa Ana, California at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on November 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Santa Ana, California flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings 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 December 4, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Sacramento 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,063 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,161 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,092 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

    Booking a flight from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is your only option if you wish to fly from Sacramento to Santa Ana. On a typical day, there are 5 flights from Sacramento Intl to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty, all of which are around 1h 25m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from Sacramento Intl to Santa Ana.

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

    The Sacramento Intl to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty flight path was viewed by 8 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    A quick flight from Sacramento to Santa Ana, California can take about 1h 25m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $216. The distance from Sacramento to Santa Ana, California is about 404 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Santa Ana, California round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Santa Ana, California, with prices starting at $34. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $66 and $122, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 89% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $39 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $43 and $115, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Santa Ana, California?

    While on average a flight from Sacramento to Santa Ana, California is generally $307, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $148. When looking at the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), you can expect to pay $130 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Santa Ana, California (average of $28). Flying from Sacramento to Santa Ana, California in September is currently the most expensive (average of $60). 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 Sacramento to Santa Ana

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$34Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$76Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$122Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$188Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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