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$93+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Santa Ana (SNA)

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WAS — SNA
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in October or May, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$183
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$93
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$512
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty flight deals.
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/169:39 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop14h 56mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/236:45 amSNA - BWI
1 stop10h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/24$183
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/297:06 amBWI - SNA
1 stop10h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/33:21 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$266
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/297:00 amDCA - SNA
1 stop7h 30mFrontier
Wed 5/712:19 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop6h 40mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$278
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/28:01 amIAD - SNA
1 stop13h 30mFrontier
Sun 5/46:10 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$278
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mon 6/25:20 pmBWI - SNA
1 stop20h 56mFrontier
Thu 6/512:01 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop25h 24mFrontier
Deal found 3/24$300
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 4/157:00 amIAD - SNA
1 stop18h 30mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/223:37 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop22h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$302
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/297:00 amIAD - SNA
1 stop10h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/36:10 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop9h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$315
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/167:00 amIAD - SNA
1 stop9h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 4/235:45 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop10h 58mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/24$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sat 5/2411:54 amDCA - SNA
1 stop9h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/251:30 pmSNA - DCA
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 5/216:00 amIAD - SNA
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Sun 5/252:15 pmSNA - IAD
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Deal found 3/24$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sat 5/106:17 amIAD - SNA
2 stops11h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/2010:25 amSNA - IAD
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/156:00 amBWI - SNA
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Tue 4/225:10 pmSNA - BWI
1 stop9h 40mDelta
Deal found 3/24$347

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Santa Ana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreSanta Ana

BWI - SNA

BWISNA

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/16

9:39 pm-9:35 am

1 stop14h 56m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/23

6:45 am-8:27 pm

1 stop10h 42m

$183

BaltimoreSanta Ana

BWI - SNA

BWISNA

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/29

7:06 am-2:19 pm

1 stop10h 13m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/3

3:21 pm-5:46 am

1 stop11h 25m

$266

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

DCA - SNA

DCASNA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/29

7:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/7

12:19 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$278

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/2

8:01 am-6:31 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/4

6:10 pm-6:31 am

1 stop9h 21m

$278

BaltimoreSanta Ana

BWI - SNA

BWISNA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 6/2

5:20 pm-11:16 am

1 stop20h 56m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 6/5

12:01 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop25h 24m

$300

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/15

7:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/22

3:37 pm-5:22 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$302

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/29

7:00 am-2:57 pm

1 stop10h 57m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/3

6:10 pm-6:31 am

1 stop9h 21m

$315

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/16

7:00 am-1:30 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/23

5:45 pm-7:43 am

1 stop10h 58m

$329

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

DCA - SNA

DCASNA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/24

11:54 am-6:03 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/25

1:30 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$337

Washington, D.C.Santa Ana

IAD - SNA

IADSNA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/21

6:00 am-11:10 am

1 stop8h 10m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/25

2:15 pm-12:28 am

1 stop7h 13m

$337

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana?

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

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 25, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 55% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 25, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Washington, D.C. 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.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Ana from Washington, D.C.?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana. You should not have trouble finding flights to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Santa Ana airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 4.8 mi journey from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) to Santa Ana’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($183), Frontier ($278), and Alaska Airlines ($302) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana. Spirit Airlines is 60% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $93. Users have also found prices from $139 and $160 on Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 7 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Santa Ana

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$129Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$152Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$256Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$271Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$339Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$416Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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