Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA): what you need to know
A direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to John Wayne Airport takes on average 1 hour 34 minutes. Santa Ana's timezone is UTC-7 — the same as San Francisco.
Take your pick of 220 weekly flights from San Francisco International Airport to John Wayne Airport. The 06:00 departure with Alaska Airlines is the earliest available between SFO and SNA. Alaska Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:11 if early starts aren't your thing.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
If you want a stopover for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to John Wayne Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the top stopovers between SFO and SNA:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Sacramento International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to John Wayne Airport is 28 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 56 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from SFO to SNA by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to John Wayne Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from SFO to SNA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Use filters to tailor your flights from San Francisco International Airport to John Wayne Airport. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The journey from central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport takes about 47 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near SFO. Whether you have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to John Wayne Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Book a hotel close to SNA if you're on a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to John Wayne Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana
John Wayne Airport to central Santa Ana is around 16 minutes in a car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It'll take around 1 hour and 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to John Wayne Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Santa Ana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Santa Ana is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to John Wayne Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to SNA in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Santa Ana
As soon as you've locked in your flights from SFO to SNA, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Santa Ana. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park and Sandpointe Park are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Santa Ana to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Calvary Chapel.
Complete your Santa Ana trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to John Wayne Airport, browse our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Santa Ana stay.
