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$62+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Santa Ana (PHL - 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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — SNA
Mar 10 — Mar 171
Mon 3/10
Mon 3/17
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Philadelphia to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in August or November, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 March 5, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$150
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$62
(CheapOair)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$526
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Santa Ana
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This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Tue 4/110:08 pmPHL - SNA
1 stop14h 49mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/53:33 pmSNA - PHL
1 stop11h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/5$150
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/206:40 amPHL - SNA
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/13:33 pmSNA - PHL
1 stop11h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$156
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Wed 3/196:45 amPHL - SNA
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Wed 3/2612:34 pmSNA - PHL
1 stop13h 36mFrontier
Deal found 3/5$170
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/16:41 amPHL - SNA
2 stops9h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/87:40 pmSNA - PHL
2 stops11h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/4$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/176:00 amPHL - SNA
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Tue 4/227:05 amSNA - PHL
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Deal found 3/4$382

Find flights from Philadelphia to Santa Ana within your budget

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Philadelphia

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Santa Ana

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Price

PhiladelphiaSanta Ana

PHL - SNA

PHLSNA

Philadelphia

Tue 4/1

10:08 pm-9:57 am

1 stop14h 49m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/2

3:33 pm-6:05 am

1 stop11h 32m

$148

PhiladelphiaSanta Ana

PHL - SNA

PHLSNA

Philadelphia

Wed 3/19

6:45 am-11:44 am

1 stop7h 59m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/26

12:34 pm-5:10 am

1 stop13h 36m

$170

PhiladelphiaSanta Ana

PHL - SNA

PHLSNA

Philadelphia

Thu 3/20

6:40 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/2

3:33 pm-6:05 am

1 stop11h 32m

$175

PhiladelphiaSanta Ana

PHL - SNA

PHLSNA

Philadelphia

Tue 4/1

6:41 am-1:06 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/8

7:40 pm-9:50 am

2 stops11h 10m

$357

PhiladelphiaSanta Ana

PHL - SNA

PHLSNA

Philadelphia

Wed 4/23

10:08 pm-9:35 am

1 stop14h 27m

$62

PhiladelphiaSanta Ana

PHL - SNA

PHLSNA

Philadelphia

Tue 4/15

6:40 am-11:35 am

1 stop7h 55m

$83

PhiladelphiaSanta Ana

PHL - SNA

PHLSNA

Philadelphia

Sat 4/26

7:05 am-12:26 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$174

PhiladelphiaSanta Ana

PHL - SNA

PHLSNA

Philadelphia

Sat 4/26

7:04 am-4:35 pm

1 stop12h 31m

$199

PhiladelphiaSanta Ana

PHL - SNA

PHLSNA

Philadelphia

Fri 4/11

5:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop9h 30m

$207

PhiladelphiaSanta Ana

PHL - SNA

PHLSNA

Philadelphia

Sat 4/26

9:31 am-8:50 pm

2 stops14h 19m

$229

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Philadelphia to Santa Ana in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice 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 Philadelphia-Santa Ana flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Santa Ana flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Santa Ana flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia to Santa Ana

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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to Santa Ana

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on February 28, 2025.

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Philadelphia to Santa Ana. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Philadelphia to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $415). 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 PHL to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 March 5, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Philadelphia to Santa Ana in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 64% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Santa Ana flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 March 5, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to Santa Ana, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,711 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,044 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,655 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,926 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $150, was found to be the cheapest airline from Philadelphia to Santa Ana.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and United Airlines. Spirit Airlines is priced at 67% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $62. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Philadelphia to Santa Ana for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Philadelphia to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $415). 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 Philadelphia to Santa Ana

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 March 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$110Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$156Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$306Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$338Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$356Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$416Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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