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$39+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Orange County

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SFO — SNA
Feb 4 — Feb 111
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Salinas (S9N) to Orange County (zzKFI). 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 January 30, 2025.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Orange County. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

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Sat 4/512:59 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Sat 4/125:51 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$86
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/158:59 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 31mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/192:20 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/29$87
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/510:35 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/105:50 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$95
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Fri 2/211:19 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 33mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/262:15 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$118
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Sat 2/15:55 amSFO - SNA
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/212:47 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$159
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Thu 2/2010:20 amSFO - LGB
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Mon 2/241:20 pmLGB - SFO
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 1/29$293
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Thu 2/206:30 pmSFO - LGB
2 stops27h 14mDelta
Mon 2/245:00 pmLGB - SFO
1 stop16h 20mDelta
Deal found 1/29$449
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Tue 9/307:55 pmSFO - LGB
1 stop23h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/87:25 amLGB - SFO
1 stop22h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 1/29$781
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Sat 3/17:45 amSFO - LGB
1 stop12h 00mAlaska Airlines
Fri 3/77:40 amLGB - SFO
1 stop16h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/29$926

Find flights from Salinas to Orange County within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to Orange County 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Wed 3/19

9:20 am-11:00 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/19

2:20 pm-3:49 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$81

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Thu 4/3

12:59 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 4/6

6:05 pm-7:42 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$82

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

10:35 am-12:18 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/4

6:18 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$117

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Fri 2/21

1:19 pm-2:52 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/26

2:15 pm-3:44 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$118

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

4:18 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/12

9:56 am-4:11 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$198

San FranciscoLong Beach

SFO - LGB

SFOLGB

San Francisco

Thu 2/20

10:20 am-4:20 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 2/24

1:20 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$293

San FranciscoLong Beach

SFO - LGB

SFOLGB

San Francisco

Thu 2/20

6:30 pm-9:44 pm

2 stops27h 14m

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 2/24

5:00 pm-9:20 am

1 stop16h 20m

$449

San FranciscoLong Beach

SFO - LGB

SFOLGB

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

7:45 am-7:45 pm

1 stop12h 00m

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 3/8

9:05 am-7:40 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$800

San FranciscoLong Beach

SFO - LGB

SFOLGB

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

7:45 am-7:45 pm

1 stop12h 00m

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 3/7

7:40 am-11:59 pm

1 stop16h 19m

$926

San FranciscoSanta Ana

SFO - SNA

SFOSNA

San Francisco

Wed 2/5

12:00 pm-1:27 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$39

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Orange County

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Travel insights for flights from Salinas to Orange County

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Salinas to Orange County including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Orange County?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Orange County (average of $298). Flying from Salinas to Orange County in June is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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 S9N to KFI?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Orange County. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

When flying from Salinas to Orange County, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Salinas to Orange County

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas to Orange County. 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 January 30, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to zzKFI are scheduled on a Thursday (48 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (34 on average).

Rainfall in Orange County by month

Plan your trip to Orange County by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Orange County ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Orange County when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Orange County by month

Plan your trip to Orange County by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Orange County, 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 Orange County

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Orange County. 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 Orange County. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines from Salinas to Orange County to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
144 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,456 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,320 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas to Orange County. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Salinas to Orange County flight route?

    This flight path from Salinas to Orange County was viewed by 32 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Orange County one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Salinas to Orange County are Alaska Airlines ($39), Frontier ($41), and United Airlines ($56).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to Orange County?

    Before booking your flight to Orange County from Salinas, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air New Zealand (82%), Frontier (81%), Virgin Australia( 81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Orange County?

    On average you can expect to pay $333 for a flight from Salinas to Orange County. The cheapest flight overall is $22 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty) is currently priced at $33.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Orange County that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Salinas to Orange County flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Orange County?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Salinas to Orange County.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salinas to Orange County?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Orange County 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 Salinas to Orange County?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Orange County (average of $298). Flying from Salinas to Orange County in June is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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 8 airlines flying from Salinas to Orange County

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Orange County. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$21Average$95FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$36Average$108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$45Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$69Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$101Average$156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$117Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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