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Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, CA (SNA)

SFO — SNA
Sep 13 — Sep 201
Sun 9/13
Sun 9/20
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$142
(Southwest)

One-way from

$53
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$192
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From San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California?

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California (average of $283). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $342). 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 XIH to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 14, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on September 21, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 August 14, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andUnited Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,218 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
4,218 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,218 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,809 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,218 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
10,108 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,218 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,218 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
5.6
Fair
2,694 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,218 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 San Francisco Bay Area 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Ana from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), located 4.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana.

  • How popular is this San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California flight route?

    This flight path from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty was viewed by 44 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California?

    Departing from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California will take you 1h 41m. The distance between San Francisco Bay Area and Santa Ana, California is about 372 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 to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California one-way?

    $33 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Southwest, with prices starting from $48 and $55, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California?

    The most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California is San Francisco - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty. You may also consider San Jose - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty or Oakland - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California?

    Consider Iberia (86%), SWISS (80%) or Air Canada (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California?

    While on average a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California is generally $328, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $108. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), you can expect to pay $121 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California (average of $283). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana, California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $342). 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Ana

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$29Average$159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$68Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$97Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$152Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$169Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$224Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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