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$65+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Santa Ana (DTT - SNA)

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DTT — SNA
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Detroit All airports to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in January or November, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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 Januari 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$266
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$65
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$335

Good round-trip deal

$719 or less

Good one-way deal

$330 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty flight deals.
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From Detroit (DTT) to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty.
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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 Januari 21, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Min 2/165:00 amDTW - SNA
2 stops19h 39mSpirit Airlines
Kam 2/202:46 pmSNA - DTW
2 stops15h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$266
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Kam 4/106:05 amDTW - SNA
1 stop10h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sen 4/144:30 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop10h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$267
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Kam 1/301:21 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop23h 36mFrontier
Sen 2/310:47 amSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$290
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sen 3/34:49 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop8h 41mAlaska Airlines
Sel 3/45:59 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop18h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$397
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sab 3/18:25 amDTW - SNA
1 stop12h 40mDelta
Sel 3/47:30 amSNA - DTW
1 stop19h 56mDelta
Deal found 1/20$433
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Rab 2/196:00 amDTW - SNA
2 stops16h 00mUnited Airlines
Rab 2/267:40 pmSNA - DTW
2 stops14h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$499
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sab 3/11:15 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Kam 3/611:35 amSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$532
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Kam 6/265:53 amDTW - SNA
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sab 7/59:30 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$557

Find flights from Detroit to Santa Ana within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 Januari 21, 2025.

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DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Min 2/16

5:00 am-9:39 pm

2 stops19h 39m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Kam 2/20

2:46 pm-9:04 am

2 stops15h 18m

$266

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Kam 4/10

6:05 am-1:07 pm

1 stop10h 02m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sen 4/14

11:55 am-12:26 am

2 stops9h 31m

$267

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Kam 1/30

1:21 pm-9:57 am

1 stop23h 36m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sen 2/3

10:47 am-8:14 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$290

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sen 3/3

4:49 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sel 3/4

5:59 pm-3:53 pm

1 stop18h 54m

$397

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sab 3/1

8:25 am-6:05 pm

1 stop12h 40m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sel 3/4

7:30 am-6:26 am

1 stop19h 56m

$433

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Rab 2/19

6:00 am-7:00 pm

2 stops16h 00m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Rab 2/26

7:40 pm-1:19 pm

2 stops14h 39m

$499

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sab 3/1

1:15 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Kam 3/6

11:35 am-8:45 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$532

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sen 4/7

6:14 am-10:05 am

1 stop6h 51m

$65

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sel 2/25

6:15 am-1:51 pm

1 stop10h 36m

$80

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sab 3/15

4:49 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$151

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Santa Ana in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 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 January 17, 2025.

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.

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 $298). Flying from Detroit to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $419). 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 Januari 21, 2025.

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 December 16, 2024.

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

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 Januari 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and Spirit Airlines from Detroit to Santa Ana have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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

    Currently priced at $266, 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. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $290 and $397, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 49% 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 ($65), Spirit Airlines ($80), and Alaska Airlines ($151).

  • 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 Delta (76%), KLM (74%) or Aerolineas Argentinas (74%) 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 $604, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $330. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), is priced around $157.

  • 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.

  • 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 $298). Flying from Detroit to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $419). 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 6 airlines flying from Detroit to Santa Ana

Discover the top 6 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated Januari 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$383Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$430Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$499Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$536Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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