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$26+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to San Francisco Bay Area

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SNA — SFO
ene. 27 — feb. 31
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH). 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 enero 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$48
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$26
(Kiwi.com)
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to San Francisco Bay Area

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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 22, 2025.

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vie. 2/79:23 amSNA - OAK
Nonstop1h 19mSpirit Airlines
lun. 2/107:00 amOAK - SNA
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$48
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vie. 1/3112:29 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
lun. 2/33:48 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$57
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/12:20 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mMultiple Airlines
jue. 4/312:59 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$61
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mié. 2/126:45 amSNA - SJC
1 stop3h 36mSpirit Airlines
mié. 2/125:40 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop3h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$78
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
vie. 2/77:55 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
lun. 2/107:10 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/22$79
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mar. 2/117:00 amSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 41mAlaska Airlines
mar. 2/1112:00 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$81
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vie. 2/76:45 amSNA - SJC
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
dom. 2/91:11 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop20h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$101
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vie. 2/286:45 amSNA - STS
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
lun. 3/39:10 amSTS - SNA
1 stop12h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$154
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mar. 5/64:22 pmSNA - STS
Nonstop1h 38mAlaska Airlines
mar. 5/132:04 pmSTS - SNA
Nonstop1h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/22$157
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
sáb. 2/12:08 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop22h 03mFrontier
dom. 2/25:19 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop18h 20mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
jue. 1/304:30 pmSNA - SFO
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
dom. 2/29:15 amSFO - SNA
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$159
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
jue. 2/206:45 amSNA - STS
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
jue. 2/2712:54 pmSTS - SNA
1 stop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/22$217

Find flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area 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 enero 22, 2025.

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Santa AnaOakland

SNA - OAK

SNAOAK

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

vie. 2/7

9:23 am-10:42 am

Nonstop1h 19m

Oakland

lun. 2/10

7:00 am-8:28 am

Nonstop1h 28m

$48

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 2/5

2:17 pm-3:48 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

San Francisco

sáb. 2/8

1:19 pm-2:49 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$57

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mar. 4/1

2:20 pm-3:49 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

San Francisco

sáb. 4/5

12:59 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$61

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

vie. 2/28

5:49 pm-7:24 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

San Francisco

sáb. 3/1

12:59 pm-2:32 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$63

Santa AnaSan Jose

SNA - SJC

SNASJC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 2/12

6:45 am-10:21 am

1 stop3h 36m

San Jose

mié. 2/12

5:40 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop3h 59m

$78

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

vie. 2/7

7:55 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

San Francisco

dom. 2/9

7:20 am-9:01 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$79

Santa AnaSan Jose

SNA - SJC

SNASJC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

vie. 2/7

6:45 am-2:40 pm

1 stop7h 55m

San Jose

dom. 2/9

1:11 pm-9:57 am

1 stop20h 46m

$101

Santa AnaSanta Rosa

SNA - STS

SNASTS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

vie. 2/28

6:45 am-1:12 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

lun. 3/3

9:10 am-9:39 pm

1 stop12h 29m

$154

Santa AnaSanta Rosa

SNA - STS

SNASTS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mar. 4/22

11:39 am-1:24 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

mié. 4/23

2:04 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$157

Santa AnaSan Jose

SNA - SJC

SNASJC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

sáb. 2/1

2:08 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop22h 03m

San Jose

dom. 2/2

5:19 pm-11:39 am

1 stop18h 20m

$157

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 22, 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 San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 enero 22, 2025.

The most flights from SNA to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (49 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (25 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, 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 San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated enero 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area have to say. 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.
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,707 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,512 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
8,975 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area?

    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 San Francisco Bay Area.

  • How popular is this Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $26. Frontier flights start at $29 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $33 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Consider Lufthansa (86%), Copa Airlines (81%) or Air Canada (79%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area?

    On average you can expect to pay $809 for a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area. The cheapest flight overall is $28 while the most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - San Francisco) is currently priced at $38.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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 San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 enero 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$87FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$45Average$115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$46Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$78Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$113Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$116Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$230Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$301Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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