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$70+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Santa Ana (DTT - 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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SNA
Nov 9 — Nov 161
Sat 11/9
Sat 11/16
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Detroit All airports to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in November or October, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 November 4, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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December

Cheapest in

November

Round-trip from

$187
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$70
(Frontier)
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Tue 11/195:35 amDTW - SNA
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/42:24 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop18h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$187
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/192:03 pmDTW - SNA
2 stops34h 07mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/49:06 amSNA - DTW
2 stops31h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$193
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/206:15 amDTW - SNA
1 stop10h 32mFrontier
Fri 12/277:35 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 20mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$208

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DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/6

6:15 am-1:47 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$70

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/9

7:48 pm-8:11 am

1 stop15h 23m

$77

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/2

4:42 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$226

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/1

8:40 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$227

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/1

11:15 am-9:16 pm

2 stops13h 01m

$242

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/6

3:15 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$273

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/29

7:17 am-10:27 am

3 stops30h 10m

$283

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/21

7:00 am-3:27 pm

2 stops11h 27m

$424

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/19

5:35 am-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 12/4

2:24 pm-12:12 pm

1 stop18h 48m

$187

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/19

2:03 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops34h 07m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 12/4

9:06 am-8:03 pm

2 stops31h 57m

$193

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*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 Detroit-Santa Ana flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Santa Ana flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Santa Ana flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-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 Detroit-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 Detroit to Santa Ana

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Santa Ana

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on November 1, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit to Santa Ana, you should look to book at least 18 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Santa Ana (average of $296). Flying from Detroit to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 DTT to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 November 4, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to Santa Ana in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 60% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

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

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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 November 4, 2024.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,423 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,226 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

  • Can I find flights from Detroit to Santa Ana for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit to Santa Ana for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $187, but on average you can expect to pay $197.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Detroit to Santa Ana for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 1 direct flight from Detroit to Santa Ana under $600. A good price for a nonstop flight from Detroit to Santa Ana is less than $539.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Detroit to Santa Ana for under $300?

    There are currently 5+ open flights from Detroit to Santa Ana within the next 7 days for less than $300.

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

    Currently priced at $193, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Detroit to Santa Ana and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Frontier for as low as $211. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 61% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Detroit to Santa Ana are Frontier ($70), Spirit Airlines ($77), and Alaska Airlines ($226).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit to Santa Ana consider choosing KLM (88%), Aerolineas Argentinas (88%) or LATAM Airlines (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit to Santa Ana? While on average our users pay $517, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $398. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), is priced around $158.

  • What does DTW to SNA mean?

    DTW and SNA are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. DTW to SNA refers to a flight route from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Santa Ana that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Detroit to Santa Ana flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Detroit to Santa Ana with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Detroit to Santa Ana flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Santa Ana that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Detroit to Santa Ana offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Detroit to Santa Ana?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Detroit to Santa Ana flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Detroit to Santa Ana flight deals updated?

    The Detroit to Santa Ana flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Santa Ana (average of $296). Flying from Detroit to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 Detroit to Santa Ana

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$129Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$137Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$410Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$470Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$499Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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