Cheap flights from San Jose to Santa Ana (SJC - SNA) from $72

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 6/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SJC — SNA
Jun 11 — Jun 181

The best prices from San Jose to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in May or September, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 June 6, 2024.

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April

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Round-trip from

$238

One-way from

$72
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
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From San Jose to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
One-way flight from San Jose to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Jose to Santa Ana?

Travelers have found that booking a Wednesday departure is the best way to save up to 55% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Jose to Santa Ana?

Users have found that booking a flight from San Jose to Santa Ana at least 61 days early can save you up to 127% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 61 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from San Jose to Santa Ana for as little as $178 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $241 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Santa Ana?

Our data shows that August tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Santa Ana from San Jose. Users have commonly found prices around $184 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $54. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in November.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJC to SNA?

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 46% on flights from San Jose to Santa Ana by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Cheap San Jose to Santa Ana flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Jose to Santa Ana specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Santa Ana in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sat 6/224:40 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop5h 19mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/247:10 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop13h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$150
Mon 6/244:40 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop5h 19mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/266:45 amSNA - SJC
1 stop12h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$154
Sat 6/224:40 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop5h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/306:50 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop26h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$162
Sat 6/297:10 amSJC - SNA
1 stop14h 49mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/13:19 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop17h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$169
Tue 7/29:13 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop12h 16mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/93:19 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop8h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$170
Wed 7/179:13 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop20h 43mSpirit Airlines
Sat 7/206:45 amSNA - SJC
1 stop10h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$172
Tue 6/256:20 amSJC - SNA
1 stop8h 09mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/26:45 amSNA - SJC
2 stops8h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$176
Tue 6/184:23 pmSJC - SNA
2 stops17h 06mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/203:19 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop7h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$177
Fri 6/214:40 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop5h 19mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/253:19 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop8h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$178

San Jose to Santa Ana 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Jose and Santa Ana in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Santa Ana in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 8/188:32 amSJC - SNA
1 stop6h 39mFrontier
Wed 8/217:12 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop22h 11mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$117
Tue 9/311:30 amSJC - SNA
1 stop6h 52mFrontier
Fri 9/67:12 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop13h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$133
Sat 9/288:32 amSJC - SNA
1 stop5h 04mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/14:30 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop6h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$136
Sat 6/224:40 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop5h 19mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/247:10 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop13h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$150
Mon 6/244:40 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop5h 19mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/266:45 amSNA - SJC
1 stop12h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$154
Sat 6/224:40 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop5h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/306:50 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop26h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$162
Sat 6/297:10 amSJC - SNA
1 stop14h 49mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/13:19 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop17h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$169
Tue 7/29:13 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop12h 16mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/93:19 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop8h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$170
Wed 7/179:13 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop20h 43mSpirit Airlines
Sat 7/206:45 amSNA - SJC
1 stop10h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$172

San Jose to Santa Ana flights leaving soon

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Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from San Jose to Santa Ana. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Tue 6/184:23 pmSJC - SNA
2 stops17h 06mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/203:19 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop7h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$177
Tue 6/189:13 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop12h 16mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/253:19 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$178
Thu 6/207:00 amSJC - SNA
1 stop10h 58mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/226:45 amSNA - SJC
1 stop10h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$186
Tue 6/186:20 amSJC - SNA
1 stop8h 09mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/206:50 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop3h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$188
Tue 6/112:12 pmSJC - SNA
2 stops19h 17mSpirit Airlines
Fri 6/1411:57 amSNA - SJC
1 stop4h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$191
Mon 6/174:40 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop5h 19mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/203:19 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop7h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$193
Thu 6/206:02 pmSJC - SNA
2 stops17h 05mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/223:19 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop8h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$195
Tue 6/114:23 pmSJC - SNA
2 stops17h 06mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/156:45 amSNA - SJC
2 stops12h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$201
Wed 6/124:45 pmSJC - SNA
2 stops29h 14mSpirit Airlines
Fri 6/1411:57 amSNA - SJC
1 stop10h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$202

One-way flights to Santa Ana from San Jose

Search for one-way flight options from San Jose to Santa Ana. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from San Jose to Santa Ana. Those needing a return flight from San Jose to Santa Ana can use the search form above.
Tue 6/259:13 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop12h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$72
Wed 7/179:16 amSJC - SNA
1 stop12h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$77
Sat 6/224:40 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop5h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$79
Mon 6/249:12 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop24h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$81
Wed 6/198:04 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop13h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$90
Tue 6/182:12 pmSJC - SNA
2 stops19h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$94
Tue 6/186:20 amSJC - SNA
1 stop8h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$95
Mon 7/155:49 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop4h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$98
Thu 6/206:02 pmSJC - SNA
2 stops17h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$99

Find flights from San Jose to Santa Ana within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose to Santa Ana that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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San JoseSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Sun 8/18

1 stop6h 39m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/21

1 stop22h 11m

$117

San JoseSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Tue 9/3

1 stop6h 52m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/6

1 stop13h 59m

$133

San JoseSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Sat 9/28

1 stop5h 04m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 10/1

1 stop6h 42m

$136

San JoseSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Tue 6/25

1 stop12h 16m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/2

1 stop5h 01m

$150

San JoseSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Mon 6/24

1 stop5h 19m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/26

1 stop12h 29m

$154

San JoseSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Mon 8/19

1 stop3h 47m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/21

1 stop22h 11m

$173

San JoseSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Wed 7/17

Nonstop1h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 7/19

Nonstop1h 25m

$270

San JoseSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Thu 7/11

1 stop16h 13m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 7/15

1 stop11h 16m

$315

San JoseSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Thu 7/11

2 stops9h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 7/15

2 stops10h 12m

$333

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from San Jose to Santa Ana may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 21 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose to Santa Ana?

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Temperature and rainfall in Santa Ana by month

Plan your trip to Santa Ana by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °F

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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

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 June 6, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Frontier from San Jose to Santa Ana. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,918 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San Jose to Santa Ana?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Santa Ana from San Jose. Booking flights from San Jose (SJC) to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) should be relatively easy as there are 6 daily flights to Santa Ana from 8 different airlines. 1h 25m is how long a flight from San Jose to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • Can I find flights from San Jose to Santa Ana for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Jose to Santa Ana for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $117, but on average you can expect to pay $168.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Jose to Santa Ana for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 1 direct flight from San Jose to Santa Ana under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Jose to Santa Ana is less than $270.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Jose to Santa Ana for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Jose to Santa Ana within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose to Santa Ana round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Jose to Santa Ana is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $117 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Spirit Airlines, starting at $150. Frontier is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $426. While the most popular route (San Jose - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty) can be booked for $121 on average our data indicates $515 when flying from San Jose to Santa Ana.

  • What does SJC to SNA mean?

    Great question - SJC to SNA just means San Jose Airport to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Santa Ana that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Jose to Santa Ana flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Jose to Santa Ana with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Jose to Santa Ana flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Santa Ana that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Jose to Santa Ana offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Jose to Santa Ana?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Jose to Santa Ana flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Jose to Santa Ana flight deals updated?

    The San Jose to Santa Ana flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Jose to Santa Ana?

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Santa Ana (average of $282). Flying from San Jose to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from San Jose to Santa Ana

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$33Average$66FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$47Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$69Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$88Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$150Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$360Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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Hourly flight availability from San Jose to Santa Ana

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34%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
22%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from San Jose to Santa Ana

Explore weekly flight availability from San Jose to Santa Ana. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
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