Alaska's Saver Fare allows a carry-on but restricts seat selection and changes.
Alaska offers 32” legroom in Main Cabin, with pre-order meals available online.
$65+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Santa Ana, CA (SFO - 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 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SNA
dic. 6 — dic. 131
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Santa AnaExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 6, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 6, 2025.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/118:53 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
dom. 12/141:35 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$115
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
mar. 12/96:30 amSFO - SNA
1 stop6h 12mFrontier
jue. 12/116:34 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop22h 17mFrontier
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$116
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
lun. 11/175:45 amSFO - SNA
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
lun. 11/243:33 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Deal found 11/3![Frontier logo]()
$119
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
jue. 12/48:53 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 37mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 12/69:13 amSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$123
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
vie. 12/56:30 amSFO - SNA
1 stop6h 12mFrontier
lun. 12/810:10 amSNA - SFO
1 stop7h 24mFrontier
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$124
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/26:18 amSFO - SNA
1 stop6h 24mFrontier
sáb. 12/61:35 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop10h 49mFrontier
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$127
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
vie. 12/56:30 amSFO - SNA
1 stop6h 12mFrontier
sáb. 12/61:35 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop18h 18mFrontier
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$128
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
sáb. 12/64:11 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 37mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/101:35 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop18h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$129
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/95:20 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 39mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/111:35 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$130
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
mar. 12/26:00 amSFO - SNA
1 stop15h 06mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/1111:39 amSNA - SFO
1 stop8h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$131
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/279:18 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
lun. 1/121:37 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop10h 48mFrontier
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$132
Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Santa Ana
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 noviembre 6, 2025.
Most accurate provider | Justfly.com 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Justfly.com 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $116 (Mytrip) |
One-way from | $65 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | September |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $208 |
Good round-trip deal | $172 or less |
Good one-way deal | $107 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 noviembre 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Santa Ana that are best for you.
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Return
Price
San FranciscoSanta Ana
SFO - SNA
SFOSNA
San Francisco
sáb. 1/24
3:38 pm-5:14 pm
Nonstop1h 36m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
dom. 1/25
1:20 pm-2:58 pm
Nonstop1h 38m
$157
San FranciscoSanta Ana
SFO - SNA
SFOSNA
San Francisco
sáb. 12/13
7:10 pm-8:42 pm
Nonstop1h 32m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
lun. 12/15
6:25 pm-7:56 pm
Nonstop1h 31m
$157
San FranciscoSanta Ana
SFO - SNA
SFOSNA
San Francisco
mar. 12/2
4:11 pm-5:48 pm
Nonstop1h 37m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
jue. 12/11
9:13 am-10:55 am
Nonstop1h 42m
$177
San FranciscoSanta Ana
SFO - SNA
SFOSNA
San Francisco
vie. 1/30
7:00 am-8:36 am
Nonstop1h 36m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
lun. 2/2
1:20 pm-2:58 pm
Nonstop1h 38m
$177
San FranciscoSanta Ana
SFO - SNA
SFOSNA
San Francisco
mar. 12/9
12:15 pm-8:15 pm
2 stops8h 00m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
jue. 12/11
4:20 pm-9:50 pm
1 stop5h 30m
$182
San FranciscoSanta Ana
SFO - SNA
SFOSNA
San Francisco
mar. 1/6
2:50 pm-8:42 pm
1 stop5h 52m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
mié. 1/7
4:20 pm-6:00 pm
Nonstop1h 40m
$201
San FranciscoSanta Ana
SFO - SNA
SFOSNA
San Francisco
sáb. 12/13
8:31 pm-10:06 am
1 stop13h 35m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
mié. 12/17
11:49 am-1:29 pm
Nonstop1h 40m
$201
San FranciscoSanta Ana
SFO - SNA
SFOSNA
San Francisco
sáb. 12/20
7:32 am-9:09 am
Nonstop1h 37m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
jue. 1/1
7:04 am-8:45 am
Nonstop1h 41m
$202
San FranciscoSanta Ana
SFO - SNA
SFOSNA
San Francisco
lun. 12/29
8:53 pm-10:30 pm
Nonstop1h 37m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
vie. 1/2
6:45 am-8:35 am
Nonstop1h 50m
$202
San FranciscoSanta Ana
SFO - SNA
SFOSNA
San Francisco
mié. 12/10
12:15 pm-8:15 pm
2 stops8h 00m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
sáb. 12/13
6:45 am-12:00 pm
1 stop5h 15m
$212
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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 Francisco to Santa Ana in November.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Santa Ana, California flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Santa Ana, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Santa Ana, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Santa Ana, California flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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 Francisco-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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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Santa Ana, California?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Santa Ana, California is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Santa Ana, California?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Santa Ana, California (average of $28). Flying from San Francisco to Santa Ana, California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $57). 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 SFO to SNA?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 noviembre 6, 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Santa Ana, California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Santa Ana, California?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Santa Ana, California flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from San Francisco to Santa Ana delayed?
About 13% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Santa Ana have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 118 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Santa Ana flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Santa Ana flights?
Over the last year, ANA have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.
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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 noviembre 6, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and United Airlines from San Francisco 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.
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$31 | Average$99 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$38 | Average$132 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$57 | Average$194 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$58 | Average$214 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$87 | Average$228 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$97 | Average$200 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$197 | Average$436 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |