Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Santa Ana John Wayne Airport (SNA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Santa Ana John Wayne Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Santa Ana's timezone is UTC-8, which is the same as San Francisco.
You can choose from 84 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Santa Ana John Wayne Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Alaska Airlines is the earliest you can take. Alaska Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:59.
To ensure you catch your SFO to SNA flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Santa Ana John Wayne Airport, so getting to Santa Ana (and then visiting more of the United States!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is United.
With an impressive 83.9% of services landing on schedule, United has the best on-time performance for SFO to SNA flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Santa Ana John Wayne Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and SNA:
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Sacramento International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Santa Ana John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Right now, Rs10,809 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Santa Ana John Wayne Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs27,157. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to SNA if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Santa Ana John Wayne Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SFO to SNA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Santa Ana John Wayne Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
78% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Santa Ana John Wayne Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Santa Ana John Wayne Airport (SNA)
If you're landing on a late San Francisco International Airport to Santa Ana John Wayne Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SNA:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Santa Ana John Wayne Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Green Motion and explore beyond Santa Ana's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Santa Ana John Wayne Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Santa Ana John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana
SNA is located at 18601 Airport Way.
Santa Ana John Wayne Airport to the centre of Santa Ana has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Santa Ana John Wayne Airport (SNA)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Santa Ana John Wayne Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Santa Ana. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Santa Ana John Wayne Airport for August if you want to go to Santa Ana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to SNA in January. Average temperatures are between 6ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Santa Ana, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 48 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to check off its leading attractions. From Hollywood Sign to Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 129 kilometres south-east of Santa Ana, San Diego is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
