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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Santa Ana from C$ 104

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SNA
11 Oct — 18 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in January or March, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 11 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 206

One-way from

C$ 104

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 287

Good round-trip deal

C$ 425 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 251 or less
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 5/11-5/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 55m total
  • San Francisco to Santa Ana
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Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 7/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 15m total
  • San Francisco to Santa Ana
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (C$ 41 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 September 2025.

Wed 5/115:10 a.m.SFO - SNA
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Wed 5/112:25 p.m.SNA - SFO
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/9C$ 206
Tue 4/1112:45 p.m.SFO - SNA
2 stops6h 20mSouthwest
Wed 5/113:10 p.m.SNA - SFO
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/9C$ 213
Thu 2/104:10 p.m.SFO - SNA
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Tue 7/107:15 a.m.SNA - SFO
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 11/9C$ 233
Sat 25/101:00 p.m.SFO - SNA
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Tue 28/107:15 a.m.SNA - SFO
2 stops6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 11/9C$ 237
Mon 27/104:20 p.m.SFO - SNA
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Wed 29/107:15 a.m.SNA - SFO
2 stops6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 11/9C$ 240
Tue 28/106:10 a.m.SFO - SNA
2 stops6h 40mSouthwest
Thu 30/105:40 p.m.SNA - SFO
2 stops6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9C$ 248
Mon 27/104:20 p.m.SFO - SNA
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Tue 28/107:15 a.m.SNA - SFO
2 stops6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9C$ 251
Sun 26/102:47 p.m.SFO - SNA
1 stop5h 02mFrontier
Mon 27/107:53 p.m.SNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 11/9C$ 254
Tue 11/115:50 a.m.SFO - SNA
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Tue 11/114:20 p.m.SNA - SFO
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9C$ 256
Tue 7/106:10 a.m.SFO - SNA
2 stops6h 40mSouthwest
Fri 10/106:30 p.m.SNA - SFO
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9C$ 263

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San Francisco

Fly to

Santa Ana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Sat 21/2

1:55 p.m.-8:10 p.m.

1 stop6h 15m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 28/2

7:10 a.m.-10:45 a.m.

1 stop3h 35m

C$ 227

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Mon 10/11

5:15 a.m.-10:50 a.m.

1 stop5h 35m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 14/11

5:20 p.m.-11:35 p.m.

1 stop6h 15m

C$ 274

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Tue 30/9

7:00 a.m.-2:40 p.m.

2 stops7h 40m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 2/10

6:25 p.m.-12:05 a.m.

1 stop5h 40m

C$ 279

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

2:06 p.m.-3:42 p.m.

Nonstop1h 36m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/11

7:16 p.m.-8:47 p.m.

Nonstop1h 31m

C$ 290

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Thu 4/12

5:10 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

1 stop5h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/12

8:40 a.m.-2:25 p.m.

2 stops5h 45m

C$ 291

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Sat 25/10

4:43 p.m.-6:29 p.m.

Nonstop1h 46m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 27/10

7:16 p.m.-8:47 p.m.

Nonstop1h 31m

C$ 298

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Mon 17/11

10:32 a.m.-12:14 p.m.

Nonstop1h 42m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 20/11

4:19 p.m.-5:53 p.m.

Nonstop1h 34m

C$ 298

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Thu 8/1

10:25 a.m.-11:59 a.m.

Nonstop1h 34m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 10/1

9:15 a.m.-10:45 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 298

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Sat 18/10

3:40 p.m.-5:19 p.m.

Nonstop1h 39m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 20/10

8:15 p.m.-9:46 p.m.

Nonstop1h 31m

C$ 298

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Fri 3/10

7:14 a.m.-8:53 a.m.

Nonstop1h 39m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/10

4:44 p.m.-6:18 p.m.

Nonstop1h 34m

C$ 298

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Santa Ana

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Santa Ana may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 71 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Santa Ana?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Santa Ana (average of C$ 232). Flying from San Francisco to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 348). 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 SFO to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 11 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Santa Ana at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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  • How popular is this San Francisco to Santa Ana flight route?

    Within the past month, 6 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Santa Ana?

    Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines can get you from San Francisco to Santa Ana in just under 1h 36m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 39m. The distance between San Francisco and Santa Ana is about 599 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Santa Ana?

    Before booking your flight to Santa Ana from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Iberia (98%), Qantas Airways (92%), Air Canada( 89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Santa Ana?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 338 for a flight from San Francisco to Santa Ana. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 72 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty) is currently priced at C$ 159.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Santa Ana?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Santa Ana (average of C$ 232). Flying from San Francisco to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 348). 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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