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$72+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh (SNA - RDU)

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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — RDU
Dec 25 — Jan 11
Wed 12/25
Wed 1/1
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in September or January, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$251
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$72
(Mytrip)

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Average price

$557
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 20, 2024.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/259:44 amSNA - RDU
1 stop22h 35mFrontier
Tue 12/312:24 pmRDU - SNA
1 stop28h 52mFrontier
Deal found 12/19$464
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:45 amSNA - RDU
2 stops13h 24mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/39:39 pmRDU - SNA
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$555
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2610:40 amSNA - RDU
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/27:14 amRDU - SNA
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$681
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:45 amSNA - RDU
2 stops13h 24mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/315:15 amRDU - SNA
3 stops29h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/19$690
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/257:20 amSNA - RDU
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Sun 12/292:55 pmRDU - SNA
1 stop10h 03mDelta
Deal found 12/19$697
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/228:00 amSNA - RDU
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Sat 1/45:15 amRDU - SNA
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/19$761
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/227:45 pmSNA - RDU
2 stops11h 51mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/16:15 amRDU - SNA
1 stop8h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/19$777
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/286:59 pmSNA - RDU
2 stops19h 49mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/48:00 amRDU - SNA
1 stop11h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,060

Find flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh 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 December 20, 2024.

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Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/22

2:08 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop23h 12m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/24

8:36 pm-1:18 pm

1 stop19h 42m

$251

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/22

3:00 pm-6:38 pm

3 stops24h 38m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/24

2:26 pm-2:05 pm

3 stops26h 39m

$306

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/22

2:17 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops23h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/24

5:25 pm-1:27 pm

2 stops23h 02m

$325

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/22

1:18 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/25

8:17 am-4:36 pm

1 stop11h 19m

$344

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/12

11:25 am-11:29 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/19

5:30 am-10:49 am

1 stop8h 19m

$370

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/15

11:32 am-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/25

3:06 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$386

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 4/4

10:30 am-11:20 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/7

10:40 am-5:10 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$451

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/11

2:08 pm-4:17 pm

1 stop23h 09m

$72

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 1/12

4:59 pm-1:21 pm

2 stops17h 22m

$148

Santa AnaRaleigh

SNA - RDU

SNARDU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/21

11:43 am-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$178

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Ana to Raleigh in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana-Raleigh flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Ana-Raleigh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Raleigh

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh is 17 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Santa Ana to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 SNA to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 20, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Santa Ana to Raleigh in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Raleigh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Raleigh ranges from 2.9 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Raleigh when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Raleigh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Raleigh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated December 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh, such as Frontier, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,547 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,601 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,041 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Santa Ana to Raleigh is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $251 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $325 and $344 round-trip. Frontier is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana to Raleigh one-way?

    $72 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $178 and $179, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to Raleigh 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 Santa Ana to Raleigh?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Santa Ana to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 5 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Raleigh

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh. 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 December 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$148Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$326Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$343Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$354Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$406Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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