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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana from C$ 264

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 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SNA
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheap 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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 364

One-way from

C$ 264

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 807
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 23/5-25/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 18m total
  • Detroit to Santa Ana
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Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 16/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 50m total
  • Detroit to Santa Ana
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (C$ 113 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 29 April 2025.

Fri 23/57:59 p.m.DTW - SNA
1 stop17h 53mSpirit Airlines
Sun 25/57:58 p.m.SNA - DTW
1 stop6h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 364
Wed 4/67:00 a.m.DTW - SNA
1 stop8h 42mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/612:35 p.m.SNA - DTW
2 stops13h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 502
Wed 23/76:35 a.m.DTW - SNA
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Wed 30/79:55 a.m.SNA - DTW
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 29/4C$ 541
Fri 30/58:40 a.m.DTW - SNA
Nonstop4h 56mDelta
Sun 1/612:21 p.m.SNA - DTW
Nonstop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 29/4C$ 691
Thu 22/58:23 a.m.DTW - SNA
1 stop8h 21mUnited Airlines
Wed 28/51:57 p.m.SNA - DTW
1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 699

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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

Fri 23/5

7:59 p.m.-10:52 a.m.

1 stop17h 53m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 25/5

7:58 p.m.-5:23 a.m.

1 stop6h 25m

C$ 364

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/6

7:00 a.m.-12:42 p.m.

1 stop8h 42m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 10/6

12:35 p.m.-5:14 a.m.

2 stops13h 39m

C$ 502

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 23/7

6:35 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops9h 40m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 30/7

9:55 a.m.-10:10 p.m.

2 stops9h 15m

C$ 541

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 30/5

8:40 a.m.-10:36 a.m.

Nonstop4h 56m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 1/6

12:21 p.m.-7:40 p.m.

Nonstop4h 19m

C$ 691

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 22/5

8:23 a.m.-1:44 p.m.

1 stop8h 21m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 28/5

1:57 p.m.-11:37 p.m.

1 stop6h 40m

C$ 699

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 16/7

6:05 a.m.-11:55 a.m.

1 stop8h 50m

C$ 264

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/7

7:20 a.m.-7:15 p.m.

2 stops14h 55m

C$ 309

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 15/7

7:00 a.m.-2:12 p.m.

1 stop10h 12m

C$ 332

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 29/6

6:00 a.m.-12:57 p.m.

2 stops9h 57m

C$ 379

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Deals found on 28/4

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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?

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 25 April 2025.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana (average of C$ 232). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 345). 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 29 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 4% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 - 78.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 78.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Santa Ana when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 13.0 C).

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 29 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Detroit to Santa Ana, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,956 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (C$ 364), Alaska Airlines (C$ 502), and Southwest (C$ 541) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana for 53% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 264. Delta flights start at C$ 309 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at C$ 332 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana on time: Delta (76%), KLM (71%), Aerolineas Argentinas (71%).

  • 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?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana (average of C$ 232). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 345). 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$ 287AverageC$ 479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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