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$141+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Santa Ana, CA (SNA)

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IAD — SNA
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Wed 11/26
Wed 12/3
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 September or March, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

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eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$312
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One-way from

$141
(CheapOair)

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July

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September

Average price

$423
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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 October 27, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/96:00 amIAD - SNA
2 stops33h 36mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/129:09 amSNA - IAD
1 stop6h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$316
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Sat 12/610:00 amIAD - SNA
1 stop7h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/96:25 pmSNA - IAD
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$338
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Thu 12/47:40 amIAD - SNA
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Mon 12/86:45 amSNA - IAD
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 10/26$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 12/66:00 amIAD - SNA
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Thu 12/119:20 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop8h 51mDelta
Deal found 10/25$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Sat 12/66:25 amIAD - SNA
2 stops12h 37mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/1112:43 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/25$368
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Tue 11/1812:40 pmIAD - SNA
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/242:12 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/25$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/136:30 amIAD - SNA
1 stop8h 18mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/137:50 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$370
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2910:00 amIAD - SNA
1 stop7h 44mBreeze Airways
Sat 11/19:09 amSNA - IAD
1 stop6h 43mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/27$371
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 11/187:40 amIAD - SNA
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Mon 11/242:15 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 10/25$377

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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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Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/8

2:16 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop8h 36m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 12/10

12:38 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$351

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/16

6:00 am-10:49 am

1 stop7h 49m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 1/18

8:30 am-11:10 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$353

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/1

4:40 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/5

10:15 am-11:30 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$358

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/4

8:00 am-12:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/7

7:00 am-4:48 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$375

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/10

7:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/11

4:50 pm-5:55 am

1 stop10h 05m

$375

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/13

6:00 am-11:57 am

1 stop8h 57m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/18

6:45 am-4:28 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$375

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/15

5:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop7h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/21

8:55 am-9:45 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$376

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/21

5:50 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/27

6:45 am-4:35 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$380

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/6

2:15 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop9h 17m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 2/9

9:20 pm-9:16 am

1 stop8h 56m

$383

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/20

10:02 am-5:28 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$141

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dulles Intl to Santa Ana in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Santa Ana, California flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Santa Ana, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Santa Ana, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Santa Ana, California 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-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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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, California?

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 October 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California is 62 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California (average of $109). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $227). 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 October 27, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 October 27, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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
4,236 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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
7,996 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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
8,997 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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
7.2
Good
11,033 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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
3,122 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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

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  • 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.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California can take about 7h 35m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $358. Airlines will cover a distance of 2259 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $118 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $226 and $254 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California for 72% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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, California?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California (average of $109). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $227). 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 October 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$118Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$226Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$254Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$321Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$324Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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