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$71+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA to Tampa (SNA - TPA)

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 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — TPA
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Tampa are usually found in September or August, booked 9 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$130
(Frontier)

One-way from

$71
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$416

Good one-way deal

$154 or less
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 11/152:20 pmSNA - TPA
1 stop12h 02mFrontier
Wed 11/197:50 amTPA - SNA
1 stop8h 40mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$130
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Tue 11/43:01 pmSNA - TPA
1 stop19h 10mFrontier
Wed 11/197:50 amTPA - SNA
1 stop8h 40mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$176
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 12/1111:39 amSNA - TPA
1 stop14h 10mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/156:30 pmTPA - SNA
1 stop6h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$190
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Tue 12/911:39 amSNA - TPA
1 stop14h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/149:41 pmTPA - SNA
1 stop16h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$192
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Tue 11/43:01 pmSNA - TPA
1 stop19h 10mFrontier
Wed 11/122:31 pmTPA - SNA
1 stop23h 45mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 12/51:35 pmSNA - TPA
1 stop11h 50mFrontier
Sat 12/137:44 pmTPA - SNA
2 stops47h 11mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$220
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Tue 12/91:35 pmSNA - TPA
1 stop11h 50mFrontier
Sat 12/137:00 amTPA - SNA
1 stop8h 42mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$226
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/136:45 amSNA - TPA
3 stops22h 27mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/178:20 amTPA - SNA
1 stop15h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$227
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 11/225:46 pmSNA - TPA
1 stop10h 21mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/278:18 amTPA - SNA
1 stop7h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$228
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 11/192:15 pmSNA - TPA
1 stop13h 15mFrontier
Mon 11/2410:29 pmTPA - SNA
1 stop15h 50mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$231
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/131:35 pmSNA - TPA
1 stop19h 55mFrontier
Sat 12/2012:40 pmTPA - SNA
1 stop26h 55mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$233

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to Tampa 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Tampa that are best for you.

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Price

Santa AnaTampa

SNA - TPA

SNATPA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 11/15

2:20 pm-5:22 am

1 stop12h 02m

Tampa

Wed 11/19

7:50 am-1:30 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$130

Santa AnaTampa

SNA - TPA

SNATPA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/29

7:15 am-8:21 pm

1 stop10h 06m

Tampa

Sun 2/1

6:35 am-4:51 pm

1 stop13h 16m

$190

Santa AnaTampa

SNA - TPA

SNATPA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 11/15

1:31 pm-1:17 pm

2 stops20h 46m

Tampa

Wed 11/19

7:50 am-1:30 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$240

Santa AnaTampa

SNA - TPA

SNATPA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/6

6:45 am-7:36 am

3 stops21h 51m

Tampa

Fri 1/9

6:35 am-4:51 pm

1 stop13h 16m

$280

Santa AnaTampa

SNA - TPA

SNATPA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 11/14

1:31 pm-7:07 am

1 stop14h 36m

Tampa

Mon 11/24

8:18 am-12:32 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$308

Santa AnaTampa

SNA - TPA

SNATPA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 12/17

11:39 am-4:49 am

1 stop14h 10m

Tampa

Sat 12/20

5:51 pm-7:12 pm

2 stops28h 21m

$325

Santa AnaTampa

SNA - TPA

SNATPA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 11/21

1:27 pm-7:07 am

1 stop14h 40m

Tampa

Sat 11/29

8:18 am-12:32 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$371

Santa AnaTampa

SNA - TPA

SNATPA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/25

7:00 pm-7:19 am

1 stop9h 19m

Tampa

Wed 3/4

7:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$374

Santa AnaTampa

SNA - TPA

SNATPA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/28

7:00 pm-7:19 am

1 stop9h 19m

Tampa

Wed 3/4

7:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$379

Santa AnaTampa

SNA - TPA

SNATPA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 2/27

4:50 pm-7:19 am

1 stop11h 29m

Tampa

Wed 3/4

7:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$379

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Ana to Tampa

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Ana to Tampa in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Santa Ana, California-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana, California-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana, California-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Tampa flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 Santa Ana, California-Tampa 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 Santa Ana to Tampa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tampa from Santa Ana with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Tampa

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Tampa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Tampa. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santa Ana, California to Tampa, you should look to book at least 9 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Tampa?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Tampa (average of $94). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Tampa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $196). 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 SNA to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to Tampa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 37% on flights from Santa Ana, California to Tampa by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana, California to Tampa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Tampa. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana, California to Tampa flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated October 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and United Airlines from Santa Ana to Tampa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,034 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,116 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana to Tampa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Santa Ana, California to Tampa flight route?

    The Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Tampa flight path was viewed by 3 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 Santa Ana, California to Tampa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Ana, California to Tampa in 10h 06m. Fly via Frontier or Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. Santa Ana, California and Tampa are separated by a distance of 2121 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 flying from Santa Ana, California to Tampa round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Ana, California to Tampa round-trip from $124. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $134, and Spirit Airlines, from $148. Users have found that Breeze Airways is 70% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana, California to Tampa?

    On average you can expect to pay $154 for a flight from Santa Ana, California to Tampa. The cheapest flight overall is $149 while the most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Tampa) is currently priced at $172.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to Tampa 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 Santa Ana, California to Tampa?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Tampa (average of $94). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Tampa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $196). 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 Santa Ana to Tampa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana to Tampa. 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$124Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$134Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$148Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$310Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$316Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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