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$46+ Cheap flights from San Jose to Santa Ana (SJC - 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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — SNA
Apr 1 — Apr 81
Tue 4/1
Tue 4/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Jose to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in August or July, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$119
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$46
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$275

Good round-trip deal

$260 or less

Good one-way deal

$137 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/218:34 amSJC - SNA
1 stop25h 01mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/236:45 amSNA - SJC
1 stop12h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$113
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sat 5/32:04 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/46:10 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop24h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$172
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/87:41 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop22h 50mFrontier
Sun 5/116:10 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop24h 31mFrontier
Deal found 3/26$200
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Thu 4/1712:20 pmSJC - SNA
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Sun 4/209:20 amSNA - SJC
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 3/25$245
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Mon 4/217:15 pmSJC - SNA
2 stops15h 04mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/238:55 pmSNA - SJC
2 stops13h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$279

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 March 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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San JoseSanta Ana

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Mon 4/21

8:34 am-9:35 am

1 stop25h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/23

6:45 am-6:57 pm

1 stop12h 12m

$113

San JoseSanta Ana

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Sat 5/3

2:04 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/4

6:10 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop24h 31m

$172

San JoseSanta Ana

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Thu 5/8

7:41 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/11

6:10 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop24h 31m

$200

San JoseSanta Ana

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Thu 4/17

12:20 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 4/20

9:20 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$245

San JoseSanta Ana

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Mon 4/21

7:15 pm-10:19 am

2 stops15h 04m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/23

8:55 pm-10:31 am

2 stops13h 36m

$279

San JoseSanta Ana

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Tue 4/29

2:50 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$46

San JoseSanta Ana

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Tue 7/1

12:13 pm-11:16 am

1 stop23h 03m

$101

San JoseSanta Ana

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Wed 4/16

8:34 am-5:12 pm

2 stops8h 38m

$137

San JoseSanta Ana

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Fri 4/25

7:30 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$138

San JoseSanta Ana

SJC - SNA

SJCSNA

San Jose

Sun 4/27

2:40 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$172

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Jose 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

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Santa Ana

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Jose to Santa Ana may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from San Jose to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 SJC to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 27, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from San Jose to Santa Ana by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose to Santa Ana flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon 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 27, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Jose to Santa Ana. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
9,795 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
7,895 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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 San Jose 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 San Jose to Santa Ana?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Santa Ana from San Jose. Booking flights from San Jose (SJC) to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to Santa Ana from 6 different airlines. 1h 20m is how long a flight from San Jose to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this San Jose to Santa Ana flight route?

    The San Jose to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty flight path was viewed by 13 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 San Jose to Santa Ana round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Jose to Santa Ana is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $119 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Southwest, starting at $191 and $245 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $46. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from San Jose to Santa Ana for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Jose to Santa Ana?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $122. While the most popular route (San Jose - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty) can be booked for $95 on average our data indicates $263 when flying from San Jose to Santa Ana.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 San Jose to Santa Ana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from San Jose to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 San Jose to Santa Ana

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$21Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$53Average$107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$58Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$85Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$90Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$260Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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