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$27+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA to Santa Ana (OAK - 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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — SNA
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Oakland to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in September or February, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) 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 23, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$56
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One-way from

$28
(Cheapflightsfares)

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November

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September

Average price

$141
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Sat 12/285:26 pmOAK - SNA
Nonstop1h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/319:06 amSNA - OAK
Nonstop1h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$88

Find flights from Oakland to Santa Ana within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland 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 December 23, 2024.

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OaklandSanta Ana

OAK - SNA

OAKSNA

Oakland

Thu 1/9

7:00 am-8:28 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/13

9:23 am-10:42 am

Nonstop1h 19m

$57

OaklandSanta Ana

OAK - SNA

OAKSNA

Oakland

Tue 1/21

10:41 am-7:14 pm

2 stops8h 33m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/28

3:00 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$157

OaklandSanta Ana

OAK - SNA

OAKSNA

Oakland

Tue 1/21

10:41 am-11:04 am

2 stops24h 23m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/28

2:17 pm-8:49 am

2 stops18h 32m

$178

OaklandSanta Ana

OAK - SNA

OAKSNA

Oakland

Thu 1/23

7:40 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/27

7:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$272

OaklandSanta Ana

OAK - SNA

OAKSNA

Oakland

Sat 1/11

7:00 am-8:28 am

Nonstop1h 28m

$27

OaklandSanta Ana

OAK - SNA

OAKSNA

Oakland

Tue 2/4

10:41 am-11:04 am

2 stops24h 23m

$95

OaklandSanta Ana

OAK - SNA

OAKSNA

Oakland

Thu 3/13

5:40 am-10:35 am

1 stop4h 55m

$164

OaklandSanta Ana

OAK - SNA

OAKSNA

Oakland

Sun 1/5

2:04 pm-4:37 pm

3 stops26h 33m

$177

OaklandSanta Ana

OAK - SNA

OAKSNA

Oakland

Tue 3/25

6:00 am-9:56 pm

1 stop15h 56m

$327

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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
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

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

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Travel insights for flights from Oakland to Santa Ana

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Oakland, California to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Oakland to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Oakland, California to Santa Ana is 55 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 Oakland, California to Santa Ana?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Oakland, California 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 OAK to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland 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 23, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Oakland, California to Santa Ana is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 37% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Oakland, California to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Oakland to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Oakland, California to Santa Ana

Explore weekly flight availability from Oakland to Santa Ana. 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 December 23, 2024.

The most flights from OAK to SNA are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 23, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Oakland to Santa Ana by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,549 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,113 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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 Oakland 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 airports do I use to fly from Oakland to Santa Ana?

    You will need to book a flight from Oakland to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty if you want to fly from Oakland to Santa Ana. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Oakland (OAK) to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) on a regular basis. There are 7 flights to Santa Ana from the Oakland airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from OAK to SNA to be around 1h 28m.

  • How popular is this Oakland, California to Santa Ana flight route?

    This flight path from Oakland to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty was viewed by 15 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to Santa Ana round-trip?

    Currently priced at $56, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Oakland, California 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 Alaska Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $178 and $272, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Oakland, California to Santa Ana one-way?

    $28 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $95 and $164, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Oakland, California to Santa Ana?

    While on average a flight from Oakland, California to Santa Ana is generally $104, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $24. When looking at the most popular route, (Oakland - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), you can expect to pay $38 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland 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 Oakland, California to Santa Ana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Oakland, California 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 Oakland to Santa Ana

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Oakland 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 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$32Average$76FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$45Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$87Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$330Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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