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$126+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to Santa Ana (BUF - SNA)

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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — SNA
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Wed 4/16
Wed 4/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to Santa Ana (SNA). 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 April 11, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$457
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$126
(CheapOair)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$579
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Tue 8/196:00 amBUF - SNA
1 stop10h 17mDelta
Sat 8/238:00 amSNA - BUF
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/10$427
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Fri 6/135:10 amBUF - SNA
1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/1710:10 amSNA - BUF
1 stop9h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/9$457
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Thu 6/266:25 amBUF - SNA
1 stop9h 50mSouthwest
Thu 7/32:50 pmSNA - BUF
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/10$464
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 4/267:00 amBUF - SNA
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/310:50 amSNA - BUF
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$514
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/272:10 pmBUF - SNA
1 stop24h 06mFrontier
Sun 6/2912:01 pmSNA - BUF
1 stop22h 14mFrontier
Deal found 4/10$562
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Thu 6/268:00 amBUF - SNA
2 stops13h 26mAlaska Airlines
Thu 7/36:45 amSNA - BUF
2 stops13h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/10$885

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo to Santa Ana 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 April 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Santa Ana that are best for you.

Fly from

Buffalo

Fly to

Santa Ana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BuffaloSanta Ana

BUF - SNA

BUFSNA

Buffalo

Fri 6/13

5:10 am-10:42 am

1 stop8h 32m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/17

10:10 am-10:34 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$457

BuffaloSanta Ana

BUF - SNA

BUFSNA

Buffalo

Thu 6/26

6:25 am-1:15 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/3

2:50 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$464

BuffaloSanta Ana

BUF - SNA

BUFSNA

Buffalo

Sat 6/14

12:59 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop9h 17m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 7/14

12:15 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$482

BuffaloSanta Ana

BUF - SNA

BUFSNA

Buffalo

Sat 4/26

7:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop7h 46m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/3

10:50 am-9:22 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$514

BuffaloSanta Ana

BUF - SNA

BUFSNA

Buffalo

Fri 6/27

2:10 pm-11:16 am

1 stop24h 06m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 6/29

12:01 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop22h 14m

$562

BuffaloSanta Ana

BUF - SNA

BUFSNA

Buffalo

Thu 6/26

8:00 am-6:26 pm

2 stops13h 26m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/3

6:45 am-11:27 pm

2 stops13h 42m

$885

BuffaloSanta Ana

BUF - SNA

BUFSNA

Buffalo

Fri 5/23

5:24 pm-11:11 am

1 stop20h 47m

$126

BuffaloSanta Ana

BUF - SNA

BUFSNA

Buffalo

Tue 6/10

6:00 am-1:25 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$196

BuffaloSanta Ana

BUF - SNA

BUFSNA

Buffalo

Sun 6/1

12:47 pm-10:52 am

2 stops25h 05m

$197

BuffaloSanta Ana

BUF - SNA

BUFSNA

Buffalo

Sat 6/28

3:37 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops9h 08m

$219

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Deals found on 4/10

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Compare providers for flights from Buffalo to Santa Ana

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 Buffalo to Santa Ana in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Buffalo-Santa Ana flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Buffalo-Santa Ana flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Buffalo-Santa Ana flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Buffalo-Santa Ana 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 Buffalo-Santa Ana 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 Buffalo to Santa Ana

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Santa Ana from Buffalo with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Buffalo to Santa Ana

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Buffalo to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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 BUF to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo to Santa Ana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Buffalo to Santa Ana in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 44% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Santa Ana by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santa Ana by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Ana. 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 Santa Ana. Reviews last updated April 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Buffalo to Santa Ana. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,911 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Buffalo to Santa Ana. 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 Buffalo to Santa Ana round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Buffalo to Santa Ana round-trip from $457. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $464, and Delta, from $482. American Airlines is currently priced 21% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $126. Users have also found prices from $196 and $219 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Buffalo to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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 4 airlines flying from Buffalo to Santa Ana

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo to Santa Ana. 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 April 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$337Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$401Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$446Average$939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$516Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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