Cheap flights from DSM to SNA (Des Moines Intl. to John Wayne)

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Cheap Flights from DSM to SNA starting at $130 One Way, $319 Round Trip

Prices starting at $319 for return flights and $130 for one-way flights to John Wayne were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 22
DSM
Des Moines
SNA
Orange County
$319 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$319
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 15 from Des Moines to Orange County, returning Wed, Jul 22, priced at $319 found 5 hours ago
Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 22
DSM
Des Moines
SNA
Orange County
$339 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$339
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 15 from Des Moines to Orange County, returning Wed, Jul 22, priced at $339 found 5 hours ago
Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 22
DSM
Des Moines
SNA
Orange County
$343 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$343
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 15 from Des Moines to Orange County, returning Wed, Jul 22, priced at $343 found 5 hours ago
Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 22
DSM
Des Moines
SNA
Orange County
$348 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$348
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 15 from Des Moines to Orange County, returning Wed, Jul 22, priced at $348 found 5 hours ago
Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 22
DSM
Des Moines
SNA
Orange County
$352 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$352
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 15 from Des Moines to Orange County, returning Wed, Jul 22, priced at $352 found 5 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near John Wayne

Airport Hotels near John Wayne

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

4 out of 5
4500 Macarthur Blvd Newport Beach CA
$189 nightly
The price is $207 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$207 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy a free airport shuttle, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"The property was great but the drinks we got at the bar could of been made alot better."

Reviewed on May 25, 2026

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA
$116 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$129 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,273 reviews)
"I booked a room for my mom who came from out of state for a six day stay. The location was great. The property was clean quiet and safe. This will definitely be her go to spot to stay at when she’s in town."

Reviewed on May 25, 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

3 out of 5
2726 S Grand Ave Santa Ana CA
$118 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
$134 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,418 reviews)
"Comfortable and had solid bedding-pillows are important. Also had all the shampoo, lotion , hand soap and conditioner. Safe and convenient"

Reviewed on May 25, 2026

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Orange County

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

3 out of 5
2726 S Grand Ave Santa Ana CA
$118 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
$134 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,418 reviews)
"Comfortable and had solid bedding-pillows are important. Also had all the shampoo, lotion , hand soap and conditioner. Safe and convenient"

Reviewed on May 25, 2026

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

2.5 out of 5
2701 Hotel Terrace Santa Ana CA
$93 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$106 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,924 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on May 25, 2026

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

4 out of 5
777 W Convention Way Anaheim CA
$157 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Jun 18 to Jun 19
$183 total
Jun 18 - Jun 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy 4 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,547 reviews)
"Great hotel. 20 minutes walk to Disneyland"

Reviewed on May 25, 2026

Hilton Anaheim
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Orange County Hotels With Airport Transportation

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

2.5 out of 5
2701 Hotel Terrace Santa Ana CA
$93 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$106 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,924 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on May 25, 2026

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

2.5 out of 5
2700 Hotel Terrace Dr. Santa Ana CA
$113 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from May 26 to May 27
$128 total
May 26 - May 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,829 reviews)
"Most everything was good. However our room smelled musty. We were there 5 nights and the smell did not go away"

Reviewed on May 24, 2026

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton

4 out of 5
201 E MacArthur Blvd Santa Ana CA
$137 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from May 28 to May 29
$155 total
May 28 - May 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (735 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staffs."

Reviewed on May 23, 2026

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Orange County Hotels

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA

2 out of 5
1623 East 1st Street Santa Ana CA
$79 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$89 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Thin wall. You hear walking noise upstairs for every single step. There are homeless outside the property. A lot of cursing outside. No car vandalism though."

Reviewed on May 25, 2026

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA
West Coast Inn - Near Gem Theatre

West Coast Inn - Near Gem Theatre

2 out of 5
Santa Ana CA
Stay at this vacation home in Santa Ana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Anaheim Convention Center and Disney California ...
7/10 Good! (318 reviews)
"The motel is getting old, towels sheets look like dirty because too old. The TV didn't work at all. The coffeemaker isn't anymore."

Reviewed on May 19, 2026

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West Coast Inn - Near Gem Theatre
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

2.5 out of 5
2700 Hotel Terrace Dr. Santa Ana CA
$113 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from May 26 to May 27
$128 total
May 26 - May 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,829 reviews)
"Most everything was good. However our room smelled musty. We were there 5 nights and the smell did not go away"

Reviewed on May 24, 2026

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Orange County

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport

3.5 out of 5
1325 East Dyer Road Santa Ana CA
$134 nightly
The price is $152 total per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
$152 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
6.2/10 (2,054 reviews)
"Our room’s sofa bed was covered in mold and Got moved to a second room that had bed sheets that don't fit and the mattress covered was disgusted!! The pool area was dirty and our car was towed because of their staff miscommunication of where to park."

Reviewed on May 25, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

2.5 out of 5
2701 Hotel Terrace Santa Ana CA
$93 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$106 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,924 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on May 25, 2026

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

2.5 out of 5
2700 Hotel Terrace Dr. Santa Ana CA
$113 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from May 26 to May 27
$128 total
May 26 - May 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,829 reviews)
"Most everything was good. However our room smelled musty. We were there 5 nights and the smell did not go away"

Reviewed on May 24, 2026

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

DSM to SNA Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
DSM Address & GPS
Address:
5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201
Des Moines IA, 50321-2854
United States
IATA Code:
DSM
Longitude:
-93.648087
Latitude:
41.532434
Time Zone:
America/Chicago
SNA Address & GPS
Address:
18601 Airport Way
Santa Ana CA, 92707
United States
IATA Code:
SNA
Longitude:
-117.860538
Latitude:
33.680201
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Heading from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to SNA? Breaking up the journey is the only option you've got as there are currently no carriers that operate directly on this route. However, American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the nearest thing — a flight with only one stopover.
What is the shortest flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Order an in-flight wine and settle into your seat with an absorbing novel or movie. With the trip from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to SNA taking 5 hours and 42 minutes, you'll have enough time to sit back and enjoy the ride.
How many hours flight from DSM to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Typically, the flight time from Des Moines Intl. Airport to SNA takes 5 hours and 49 minutes. If you're eager to be as comfortable as you can, consider upgrading your seat using air miles or cash.
What airlines have the most flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport to SNA?
You'll have to make one or more stopovers if you're flying from DSM to SNA. Unfortunately, there are no airlines that offer direct flights on this route.

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