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$29+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to Salinas, CA, CA

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SNA — SFO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Salinas are usually found in January or August, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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Round-trip from

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One-way from

$29
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January

Average price

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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Salinas
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/105:49 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Thu 3/131:10 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 2/18$56
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1911:35 amSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/201:10 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$57
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/42:15 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sat 3/88:59 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$67
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 4/59:45 amSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/51:02 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$106
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/271:00 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 3/27:51 amSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/19$118
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 3/510:04 amSNA - SFO
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/86:00 amSFO - SNA
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$159

Find flights from Santa Ana to Salinas within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to Salinas 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 February 20, 2025.

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Santa Ana

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Salinas

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Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/10

5:49 pm-7:24 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 3/13

1:10 pm-2:43 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$56

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/19

11:35 am-1:04 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

San Francisco

Thu 3/20

1:10 pm-2:43 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$57

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/4

2:15 pm-3:44 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

San Francisco

Sat 3/8

8:59 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$67

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 4/5

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 4/5

1:02 pm-2:41 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$106

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/22

7:48 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 3/24

5:37 pm-7:08 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$122

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/5

10:04 am-4:13 pm

1 stop6h 09m

San Francisco

Sat 3/8

6:00 am-12:38 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$159

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/10

5:49 pm-7:24 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$29

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/25

12:58 pm-2:31 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$32

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/19

12:58 pm-2:31 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$36

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/4

6:18 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$39

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Ana to Salinas

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Salinas. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Santa Ana to Salinas is 72 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 Salinas?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Santa Ana to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Santa Ana to Salinas as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Salinas. Price data was last updated on November 3, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Santa Ana to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Ana to Salinas. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from SNA to S9N are scheduled on a Thursday (54 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 on average).

Rainfall in Salinas by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salinas ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salinas when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Salinas by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salinas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines from Santa Ana to Salinas to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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 Santa Ana to Salinas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Ana to Salinas?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), located 4.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Santa Ana to Salinas. 9 airlines have flights from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Salinas on a regular basis. Booking flights from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Salinas should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 45 outbound flights to Salinas per day.

  • How popular is this Santa Ana to Salinas flight route?

    Flights from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Salinas have been viewed 71 times in the past calendar month.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $29. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Santa Ana to Salinas for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Ana to Salinas?

    Before booking your flight to Salinas from Santa Ana, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Lufthansa (86%), Japan Airlines (84%), Copa Airlines( 83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Salinas?

    The cheapest flight price from Santa Ana to Salinas is $19. On average you can expect to pay $602. The most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $43.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Santa Ana to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 Santa Ana to Salinas

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana to Salinas. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$81FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$41Average$113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$58Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$67Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$82Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$97Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$271Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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