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$64+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana (DTW - SNA)

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DTW — SNA
Dec 26 — Jan 21
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The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in January or August, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 December 21, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$236
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$64
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$597
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty flight deals.
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From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Santa Ana
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This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2210:30 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop21h 30mFrontier
Sun 12/296:39 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop7h 16mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$432
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/216:48 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop6h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/41:48 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop13h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/19$467
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2210:30 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/297:51 pmSNA - DTW
2 stops19h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$493
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:40 amDTW - SNA
Nonstop5h 00mDelta
Fri 1/31:00 pmSNA - DTW
Nonstop4h 21mDelta
Deal found 12/21$799
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Fri 12/203:35 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/272:55 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$908
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/219:00 amDTW - SNA
1 stop7h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/247:00 amSNA - DTW
1 stop8h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$954
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Fri 12/204:40 pmDTW - SNA
2 stops29h 35mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/59:12 pmSNA - DTW
2 stops15h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,214

Find flights from Detroit to Santa Ana within your budget

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DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/12

8:00 am-9:39 pm

2 stops16h 39m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 2/20

9:02 am-4:18 am

2 stops16h 16m

$236

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/6

6:15 am-1:47 pm

1 stop10h 32m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/13

3:00 pm-5:00 am

1 stop11h 00m

$258

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/8

2:43 pm-11:35 am

1 stop23h 52m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/16

12:25 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop22h 27m

$287

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/23

4:40 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/13

7:00 pm-6:47 am

1 stop8h 47m

$382

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/31

5:00 pm-9:33 am

1 stop19h 33m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 2/2

6:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$509

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/3

7:20 am-3:30 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 4/6

1:15 pm-1:30 am

2 stops9h 15m

$541

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/30

8:35 am-10:49 am

Nonstop5h 14m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 2/3

1:13 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop4h 22m

$599

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/18

1:58 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 6/26

12:44 pm-12:21 am

1 stop8h 37m

$638

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/24

6:45 am-12:40 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$64

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/25

6:15 am-1:51 pm

1 stop10h 36m

$85

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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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Santa Ana flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Santa Ana flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Santa Ana flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana is 77 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $421). 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 DTW 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 December 21, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 59% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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 December 21, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier, Alaska Airlines and Spirit Airlines from Detroit to Santa Ana by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,035 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

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
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($236), Frontier ($287), and Alaska Airlines ($382) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana for 56% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $64 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $85 and American Airlines from $104 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    Before booking your flight to Santa Ana from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (80%), Aerolineas Argentinas (80%), LATAM Airlines( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana? While on average our users pay $671, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $431. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), is priced around $159.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $421). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$143Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$383Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$430Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$499Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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