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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, CA from C$ 244

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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SNA
25 Aug — 1 Sep1
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 26 July 2026.

Fri 11/99:59 p.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop15h 13m
Frontier
Sun 13/92:27 p.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop19h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 23/7C$ 495
Wed 9/97:00 a.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Tue 15/91:30 p.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 23/7C$ 520
Wed 9/93:35 p.m.
DTW
-
SNA
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Sat 12/96:45 a.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 25/7C$ 527
Wed 9/91:45 p.m.
DTW
-
SNA
2 stops8h 30m
Southwest
Sat 19/98:50 a.m.
SNA
-
DTW
2 stops10h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 24/7C$ 534
Thu 3/126:32 a.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop6h 45m
JetBlue
Tue 2/26:52 a.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop6h 20m
JetBlue
Deal found 26/7C$ 545
Mon 5/105:55 a.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop8h 40m
Southwest
Tue 6/108:20 a.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 24/7C$ 558
Wed 19/81:45 p.m.
DTW
-
SNA
2 stops8h 30m
Southwest
Wed 26/811:00 a.m.
SNA
-
DTW
2 stops7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 22/7C$ 565
Wed 7/103:50 p.m.
DTW
-
SNA
2 stops9h 00m
Southwest
Wed 21/107:05 a.m.
SNA
-
DTW
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 24/7C$ 572
Thu 6/87:40 a.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop27h 25m
Frontier
Sun 9/86:39 p.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop13h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 22/7C$ 574
Fri 25/124:20 p.m.
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Thu 31/128:35 a.m.
SNA
-
DTW
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 24/7C$ 623

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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 26 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 495

One-way from

C$ 244

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 795
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 11/9-13/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 54m total
  • Detroit to Santa Ana
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 11/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 52m total
  • Detroit to Santa Ana
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/12

6:00 a.m.-12:20 p.m.

2 stops9h 20m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 7/12

8:25 a.m.-5:20 p.m.

1 stop5h 55m

C$ 565

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 23/9

12:55 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

2 stops8h 40m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 28/9

11:45 a.m.-11:35 p.m.

2 stops8h 50m

C$ 702

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/9

2:40 p.m.-9:10 p.m.

2 stops9h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 13/9

1:00 p.m.-11:45 p.m.

2 stops7h 45m

C$ 709

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 17/8

5:00 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

2 stops8h 05m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 20/8

8:55 a.m.-8:50 p.m.

2 stops8h 55m

C$ 740

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 28/10

7:00 a.m.-6:41 p.m.

2 stops14h 41m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 2/11

4:25 p.m.-4:47 p.m.

2 stops21h 22m

C$ 782

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 22/9

7:01 a.m.-6:01 p.m.

2 stops14h 00m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 29/9

5:35 p.m.-5:22 a.m.

1 stop8h 47m

C$ 792
Quickest round-trip

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/12

8:30 a.m.-10:37 a.m.

Nonstop5h 07m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 2/2

12:15 p.m.-7:41 p.m.

Nonstop4h 26m

C$ 829

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 30/9

6:00 a.m.-6:35 p.m.

2 stops15h 35m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 4/10

2:55 p.m.-12:20 a.m.

1 stop6h 25m

C$ 836
Cheapest one-way

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/12

10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

1 stop9h 30m

C$ 261

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/1

5:40 a.m.-10:15 a.m.

1 stop7h 35m

C$ 261

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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?

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California is 70 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California (average of C$ 571). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,112). 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 26 July 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.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California flights typically cost between C$ 354 and C$ 888 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 495 on Frontier (11 Sep-13 Sep).

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 26 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier 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.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,761 reviews
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Overall

5.6

Food

4.5

Comfort

5.4

Boarding

5.9

Entertainment

4.3

Crew

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Shawn,Sep 2025

SAN - SFO

The flight was over booked and was unadble to get help with issue. I could not get a refund or rebooked in order to make my trip
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,761 reviews
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,761 reviews
Check prices

Overall

5.6

Food

4.5

Comfort

5.4

Boarding

5.9

Entertainment

4.3

Crew

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Shawn,Sep 2025

SAN - SFO

The flight was over booked and was unadble to get help with issue. I could not get a refund or rebooked in order to make my trip

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.

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

    Airlines like Southwest and Alaska Airlines fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California in about 9h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 21m. 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, Frontier (C$ 167), offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California. Frontier is currently priced 79% 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California (average of C$ 571). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana, California in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,112). 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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FrontierCheapestC$ 167AverageC$ 480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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