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$66+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Santa Ana (SAN - 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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SNA
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$129
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$66
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$214
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty flight deals.
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One-way flight from San Diego to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/106:15 amSAN - SNA
1 stop4h 37mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/107:58 pmSNA - SAN
1 stop11h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/27$129
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 5/1012:44 pmSAN - SNA
1 stop5h 49mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/127:17 pmSNA - SAN
1 stop4h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$172
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1211:55 amSAN - SNA
2 stops26h 14mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/196:45 amSNA - SAN
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$620
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/16:30 amSAN - SNA
1 stop15h 37mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/64:02 pmSNA - SAN
2 stops17h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$774
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/284:30 pmSAN - SNA
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/297:30 pmSNA - SAN
1 stop13h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,173

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Santa Ana that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Santa Ana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSanta Ana

SAN - SNA

SANSNA

San Diego

Tue 6/10

6:15 am-10:52 am

1 stop4h 37m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/10

3:16 pm-7:53 pm

2 stops28h 37m

$129

San DiegoSanta Ana

SAN - SNA

SANSNA

San Diego

Sat 5/10

12:44 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/12

7:17 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop4h 18m

$172

San DiegoSanta Ana

SAN - SNA

SANSNA

San Diego

Thu 6/12

11:55 am-2:09 pm

2 stops26h 14m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 6/19

6:45 am-4:25 pm

3 stops33h 40m

$620

San DiegoSanta Ana

SAN - SNA

SANSNA

San Diego

Sun 6/1

6:30 am-10:07 pm

1 stop15h 37m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 6/6

4:02 pm-9:38 am

2 stops17h 36m

$774

San DiegoSanta Ana

SAN - SNA

SANSNA

San Diego

Tue 5/13

6:15 am-7:03 pm

2 stops12h 48m

$66

San DiegoSanta Ana

SAN - SNA

SANSNA

San Diego

Sun 5/25

6:15 am-11:33 am

1 stop5h 18m

$81

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Deals found on 4/28

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Santa Ana in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 San Diego-Santa Ana flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Santa Ana flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Santa Ana flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Santa Ana flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 San Diego-Santa Ana 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 San Diego to Santa Ana

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Santa Ana

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from San Diego to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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 SAN to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 April 29, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Santa Ana, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Santa Ana by month

Plan your trip to Santa Ana by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Santa Ana by month

Plan your trip to Santa Ana by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 April 29, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Ana, with prices starting at $129. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $172 and $774, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Santa Ana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from San Diego to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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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