On this page, you can find and book flights for the San Francisco — Santa Ana route. Flights over this 608 km distance are operated regularly, with about 166 flights available per week.
The route is served by airlines such as United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines. Before your trip, check out how to get to the airport in San Francisco and how to reach the city from Santa Ana Airport. To find the best prices, use the price trends chart on our website.
The table shows direct flights San Francisco → Santa Ana on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 38 min. Regular flights are operated by Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines. Departures from San Francisco International Airport airports, arrivals at John Wayne Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for San Francisco — Santa Ana by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 225 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 564 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
San Francisco → Santa Ana, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 365 | low | May | AED 420 | medium | Sep | AED 438 | medium |
| Feb | AED 365 | low | Jun | AED 493 | high | Oct | AED 401 | medium |
| Mar | AED 474 | high | Jul | AED 511 | high | Nov | AED 456 | medium |
| Apr | AED 401 | medium | Aug | AED 474 | high | Dec | AED 328 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Santa Ana is characterized by warm summers and mild winters. August is the hottest month, with an average temperature of 29.1°C, while the coolest weather and highest rainfall occur in February and March.
The most budget-friendly flights are available in August, with ticket prices starting AED 225. Currently, the most expensive month to fly is June, where the minimum price starts AED 564.
August is considered an optimal time to travel, as low ticket prices are combined with mostly dry and sunny weather. The winter months from December to March are less ideal due to an increased chance of rain and lower temperatures.
More than 10 airlines operate flights from San Francisco to Santa Ana, with United Airlines and Alaska Airlines leading in terms of flight frequency. There are approximately 166 flights per week on this route, including many direct options. You can find detailed information on schedules and route options for each carrier in the interactive list below.
Flights San Francisco — Santa Ana depart from San Francisco International Airport and arrive at John Wayne Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 608 km between the cities.
The main carriers are United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines, which operate dozens of flights weekly.
Yes, there are many direct flights available on this route, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible.
Flights from San Francisco arrive at John Wayne Airport, located in Santa Ana (SNA code).
Prices change constantly based on demand. You can always check the current minimum fares and special offers for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
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