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Cheap flights from Detroit to Santa Ana, CA from C$ 277

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SNA
3 Dec — 10 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 November 2025.

Mon 17/115:14 p.m.DTW - SNA
1 stop23h 16mFrontier
Mon 24/1110:58 a.m.SNA - DTW
1 stop16h 07mFrontier
Deal found 2/11C$ 277
Mon 8/125:20 p.m.DTW - SNA
2 stops20h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/128:19 p.m.SNA - DTW
1 stop5h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11C$ 317
Mon 17/115:14 p.m.DTW - SNA
2 stops22h 22mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1110:58 a.m.SNA - DTW
1 stop16h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11C$ 333
Mon 8/1211:13 a.m.DTW - SNA
3 stops26h 31mSpirit Airlines
Mon 15/1211:39 a.m.SNA - DTW
1 stop14h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/11C$ 345
Mon 17/119:53 p.m.DTW - SNA
2 stops17h 43mSpirit Airlines
Mon 24/115:46 p.m.SNA - DTW
2 stops15h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/11C$ 389
Thu 11/125:41 p.m.DTW - SNA
1 stop31h 49mAlaska Airlines
Sun 14/127:45 a.m.SNA - DTW
1 stop30h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/11C$ 606
Thu 11/125:41 p.m.DTW - SNA
1 stop31h 49mAlaska Airlines
Mon 15/126:45 a.m.SNA - DTW
1 stop31h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 622
Mon 8/125:41 p.m.DTW - SNA
2 stops27h 07mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/125:33 p.m.SNA - DTW
2 stops20h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/11C$ 623

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 3 November 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 277

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 723
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 17/11-24/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 23m total
  • Detroit to Santa Ana
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Detroit

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Santa Ana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/2

12:20 p.m.-10:18 p.m.

1 stop12h 58m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 8/2

8:30 a.m.-6:30 a.m.

1 stop19h 00m

C$ 566

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/2

5:15 p.m.-9:27 p.m.

1 stop31h 12m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 6/2

7:30 p.m.-4:19 p.m.

1 stop17h 49m

C$ 580

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 20/2

4:40 p.m.-10:55 a.m.

1 stop21h 15m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 23/2

6:45 a.m.-3:22 p.m.

1 stop29h 37m

C$ 592

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 27/2

4:40 p.m.-4:10 p.m.

1 stop26h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 8/3

7:45 a.m.-3:22 p.m.

1 stop28h 37m

C$ 636

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/2

12:20 p.m.-10:18 p.m.

1 stop12h 58m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/2

12:59 p.m.-8:19 p.m.

Nonstop4h 20m

C$ 647

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 17/12

6:00 a.m.-6:47 p.m.

2 stops15h 47m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/1

7:00 a.m.-11:44 p.m.

2 stops13h 44m

C$ 752

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/2

8:35 a.m.-10:49 a.m.

Nonstop5h 14m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 10/2

12:59 p.m.-8:19 p.m.

Nonstop4h 20m

C$ 757

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 13/12

8:35 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

Nonstop5h 00m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 21/12

1:10 p.m.-12:27 a.m.

1 stop8h 17m

C$ 771

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 17/12

8:35 a.m.-10:36 a.m.

Nonstop5h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/1

11:59 a.m.-10:20 p.m.

1 stop7h 21m

C$ 771

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/12

8:35 a.m.-10:36 a.m.

Nonstop5h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 15/12

1:50 p.m.-12:20 a.m.

1 stop7h 30m

C$ 771

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Santa Ana

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit to Santa Ana, California, you should look to book at least 18 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 Detroit to Santa Ana, California?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Santa Ana, California (average of C$ 146). Flying from Detroit to Santa Ana, California in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 223). 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 DTT to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 3 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to Santa Ana, California in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 69% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Santa Ana, California

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Santa Ana. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 3 November 2025.

The most flights from DTT to SNA are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to Santa Ana, California?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit to Santa Ana, California?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Detroit to Santa Ana, California chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 45% of one-stop itineraries from Detroit to Santa Ana, California on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit to Santa Ana, California?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit to Santa Ana, California, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Las Vegas (LAS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 448.

What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit to Santa Ana, California?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Santa Ana, California, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 35m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit to Santa Ana, California?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Santa Ana, California, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 53m.

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 3 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines and Frontier from Detroit 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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,114 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.0

Food

5.1

Crew

7.0

Overall

6.3

Boarding

6.6

Comfort

5.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MCO - PIT

Did not get anything for free no snacks or drinks
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,114 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,114 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.0

Food

5.1

Crew

7.0

Overall

6.3

Boarding

6.6

Comfort

5.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MCO - PIT

Did not get anything for free no snacks or drinks
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,117 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,114 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.0

Food

5.1

Crew

7.0

Overall

6.3

Boarding

6.6

Comfort

5.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MCO - PIT

Did not get anything for free no snacks or drinks

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit 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 airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Santa Ana?

    You will need to book a flight from Detroit All airports to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty if you want to fly from Detroit to Santa Ana. At least 1 airline has flights from All airports (DTT) to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Santa Ana from the Detroit airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DTT to SNA to be around 5h 04m.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Santa Ana, California?

    Delta and Alaska Airlines can get you from Detroit to Santa Ana, California in just under 12h 58m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 14m. Detroit and Santa Ana, California are separated by a distance of 3145 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit to Santa Ana, California round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to Santa Ana, California is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 220 on this airline. Spirit Airlines is priced at 64% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Santa Ana, California (average of C$ 146). Flying from Detroit to Santa Ana, California in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 223). 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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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 220AverageC$ 395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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