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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, CA from C$ 181

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SNA
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Santa Ana
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 27 January 2026.

Sun 22/26:00 a.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Sun 1/311:22 a.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop9h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 26/1C$ 429
Wed 22/48:30 a.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop12h 23m
Delta
Wed 29/43:52 p.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop11h 38m
Delta
Deal found 27/1C$ 470
Mon 13/44:55 p.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop20h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 22/42:34 p.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop12h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 483
Wed 18/38:25 a.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop12h 58m
Delta
Tue 24/311:05 a.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop16h 22m
Delta
Deal found 27/1C$ 497
Tue 3/35:22 p.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop29h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 12/312:56 p.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop24h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 511
Wed 8/75:05 a.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop10h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/77:30 a.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop10h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 520
Tue 24/38:25 a.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop12h 58m
Delta
Tue 31/37:30 a.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop19h 57m
Delta
Deal found 27/1C$ 526
Tue 27/19:20 a.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Thu 29/111:00 a.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 25/1C$ 538
Tue 7/48:25 a.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop12h 58m
Delta
Wed 15/47:30 a.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop20h 00m
Delta
Deal found 27/1C$ 539
Sat 4/71:02 p.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop10h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/77:30 a.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop10h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 549

Find flight deals from Detroit to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 27 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 429

One-way from

C$ 181

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 1,093
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 22/2-1/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 10m total
  • Detroit to Santa Ana
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 30/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 42m total
  • Detroit to Santa Ana
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (C$ 237 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (C$ 55 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Santa Ana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/2

1:30 p.m.-6:55 p.m.

2 stops8h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 26/2

1:00 p.m.-12:45 a.m.

2 stops8h 45m

C$ 483

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/7

8:30 a.m.-10:32 a.m.

Nonstop5h 02m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 27/7

9:20 p.m.-4:59 p.m.

2 stops16h 39m

C$ 645

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/7

8:30 a.m.-10:32 a.m.

Nonstop5h 02m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 27/7

9:20 p.m.-4:59 p.m.

2 stops16h 39m

C$ 645

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/7

8:10 a.m.-12:19 p.m.

1 stop7h 09m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 27/7

9:20 p.m.-4:59 p.m.

2 stops16h 39m

C$ 652

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/7

6:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

1 stop9h 15m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 27/7

9:20 p.m.-2:57 p.m.

2 stops14h 37m

C$ 652

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/2

5:22 p.m.-10:28 a.m.

1 stop20h 06m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 26/2

11:31 a.m.-4:26 p.m.

1 stop25h 55m

C$ 663

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/7

3:55 p.m.-10:18 p.m.

1 stop9h 23m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 24/7

9:20 p.m.-4:59 p.m.

2 stops16h 39m

C$ 722

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/7

6:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

1 stop9h 15m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 24/7

9:20 p.m.-4:59 p.m.

2 stops16h 39m

C$ 722

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/7

6:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

1 stop9h 15m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 24/7

9:20 p.m.-4:59 p.m.

2 stops16h 39m

C$ 722

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/7

7:00 a.m.-12:19 p.m.

1 stop8h 19m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 24/7

9:20 p.m.-4:59 p.m.

2 stops16h 39m

C$ 722

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California is 71 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California (average of C$ 141). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 218). 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 DTW 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 27 January 2026.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 27 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,384 reviews
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Crew

7.0

Food

5.1

Comfort

5.9

Overall

6.3

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

5.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

IAH - BWI

Everything was alright didn't get any snacks cause it was an short flight. The workers were very nice and respectful
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,384 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,384 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.0

Food

5.1

Comfort

5.9

Overall

6.3

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

5.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

IAH - BWI

Everything was alright didn't get any snacks cause it was an short flight. The workers were very nice and respectful

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California?

    Airlines like Southwest and Delta fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California in about 5h 02m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 23m. The distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California is about 3145 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (C$ 214), offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 67% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California (average of C$ 141). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 218). 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$ 214AverageC$ 385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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