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$114+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Santa Ana (SNA)

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IAD — SNA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in March or February, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$252
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$114
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$476
From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 9/99:00 amIAD - SNA
1 stop12h 28mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/1712:45 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop8h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/216:27 amIAD - SNA
1 stop8h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/268:30 amSNA - IAD
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$253
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sat 8/166:32 amIAD - SNA
1 stop8h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/211:48 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop7h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$254
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/77:30 amIAD - SNA
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
Thu 8/214:37 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop10h 53mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$265
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/132:15 pmIAD - SNA
1 stop9h 24mDelta
Mon 9/159:20 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop8h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/9$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 8/46:00 pmIAD - SNA
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Sat 8/166:45 amSNA - IAD
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$284
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/18:10 amIAD - SNA
1 stop9h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 7/85:58 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop9h 52mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$291
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/127:30 amIAD - SNA
1 stop14h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/213:37 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop11h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$309

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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Dulles Intl

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Santa Ana

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/9

9:00 am-6:28 pm

1 stop12h 28m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/15

7:16 pm-7:32 am

1 stop9h 16m

$252

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/21

6:27 am-11:38 am

1 stop8h 11m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/26

8:30 am-6:52 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$253

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/16

6:32 am-12:12 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/21

1:48 pm-12:32 am

1 stop7h 44m

$254

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/7

7:30 am-3:52 pm

1 stop11h 22m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/21

4:37 pm-6:30 am

1 stop10h 53m

$265

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/13

2:15 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/15

9:20 pm-9:11 am

1 stop8h 51m

$277

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/4

6:00 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/16

6:45 am-4:20 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$284

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/1

8:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/8

5:58 pm-6:50 am

1 stop9h 52m

$291

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/12

7:30 am-7:03 pm

1 stop14h 33m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 7/21

3:37 pm-6:34 am

1 stop11h 57m

$309

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/15

7:30 am-7:03 pm

1 stop14h 33m

$114

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/26

9:00 am-6:28 pm

1 stop12h 28m

$126

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Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to Santa Ana

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dulles Intl to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $378). 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 IAD to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    If you book a flight to Santa Ana from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, you will be flying to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is located 4.8 mi from the center of Santa Ana. There are 0 flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty per day from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana round-trip?

    According to our current data, Alaska Airlines ($252), American Airlines ($253), and United Airlines ($254) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana. Users have found that Alaska Airlines is 45% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $126. United Airlines flights start at $127 while deals on Southwest start at $132 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $378). 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 Dulles Intl to Santa Ana

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$292Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$307Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$317Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$329Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$531Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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