Cheap flights from RDU to SNA (Raleigh - Durham Intl. to John Wayne)

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Cheap Flights from RDU to SNA starting at $83 One Way, $237 Round Trip

Prices starting at $237 for return flights and $83 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.

Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 8
RDU
Raleigh
SNA
Orange County
$237 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jun 4 from Raleigh to Orange County, returning Mon, Jun 8, priced at $237 found 5 days ago
Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 1
RDU
Raleigh
SNA
Orange County
$242 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$242
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 28 from Raleigh to Orange County, returning Mon, Jun 1, priced at $242 found 3 days ago
Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 1
RDU
Raleigh
SNA
Orange County
$248 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 28 from Raleigh to Orange County, returning Mon, Jun 1, priced at $248 found 3 days ago
Fri, May 29 - Mon, Jun 1
RDU
Raleigh
SNA
Orange County
$283 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$283
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Fri, May 29 from Raleigh to Orange County, returning Mon, Jun 1, priced at $283 found 5 days ago
Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26
RDU
Raleigh
SNA
Orange County
$384 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$384
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, May 19 from Raleigh to Orange County, returning Tue, May 26, priced at $384 found 2 days ago

Hotel Ideas near John Wayne

Airport Hotels near John Wayne

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA
$139 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$155 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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! (3,170 reviews)
Ok for the price

Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
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
$122 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$138 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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 (1,959 reviews)
One side of the elevators didn’t work and the fire alarm went off at 4am! It was very clean.

Reviewed on Apr 4, 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 $105 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$105 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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! (1,758 reviews)
Breakfast is the same items everyday. The hot tub was cautioned off for part of the stay, and the pool looked pretty cloudy so we did not use those amenities. Room was very spacious which was nice to have. I left a bag of candy on the counter that i didn't realize was open and some ants found it ...

Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
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

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
$122 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$138 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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 (1,959 reviews)
One side of the elevators didn’t work and the fire alarm went off at 4am! It was very clean.

Reviewed on Apr 4, 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 $105 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$105 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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! (1,758 reviews)
Breakfast is the same items everyday. The hot tub was cautioned off for part of the stay, and the pool looked pretty cloudy so we did not use those amenities. Room was very spacious which was nice to have. I left a bag of candy on the counter that i didn't realize was open and some ants found it ...

Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

4 out of 5
777 W Convention Way Anaheim CA
$165 nightly
The price is $193 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$193 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy 4 restaurants, 2 hot tubs, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,188 reviews)
Clean room and great amenities

Reviewed on Apr 4, 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 $105 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$105 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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! (1,758 reviews)
Breakfast is the same items everyday. The hot tub was cautioned off for part of the stay, and the pool looked pretty cloudy so we did not use those amenities. Room was very spacious which was nice to have. I left a bag of candy on the counter that i didn't realize was open and some ants found it ...

Reviewed on Apr 4, 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 Apr 5 to Apr 6
$128 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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! (1,783 reviews)
Ok

Reviewed on Apr 4, 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
$126 nightly
The price is $143 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$143 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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! (687 reviews)
Although we only stayed for the night, it was what we needed. Very Clean, and staff very friendly.

Reviewed on Apr 3, 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
$83 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$93 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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! (1,002 reviews)
.

Reviewed on Mar 26, 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
$86 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from May 1 to May 2
$95 total
May 1 - May 2
Total with taxes and fees
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! (317 reviews)
Spent too much money for a jacuzzi room. Jacuzzi broken, no television, chick on drugs knocking on my window all night, what a treat.

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

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 Apr 5 to Apr 6
$128 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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! (1,783 reviews)
Ok

Reviewed on Apr 4, 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
$122 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$138 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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 (1,959 reviews)
One side of the elevators didn’t work and the fire alarm went off at 4am! It was very clean.

Reviewed on Apr 4, 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 $105 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$105 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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! (1,758 reviews)
Breakfast is the same items everyday. The hot tub was cautioned off for part of the stay, and the pool looked pretty cloudy so we did not use those amenities. Room was very spacious which was nice to have. I left a bag of candy on the counter that i didn't realize was open and some ants found it ...

Reviewed on Apr 4, 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 Apr 5 to Apr 6
$128 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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! (1,783 reviews)
Ok

Reviewed on Apr 4, 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.

RDU to SNA Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
RDU Address & GPS
Address:
Raleigh/Durham NC, 27623
United States
IATA Code:
RDU
Longitude:
-78.790862
Latitude:
35.873592
Time Zone:
America/New_York
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 Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to SNA?
You're going to need to switch planes if you want to travel from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to John Wayne Airport. Various companies service this route with just one stopover, including American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines.
What is the shortest flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to John Wayne Airport?
Grab an in-flight wine or two and get cozy in your seat with an interesting novel or movie. With the flight from Raleigh–Durham Airport to SNA taking 7 hours and 5 minutes, there's plenty of time to kick back and enjoy the experience.
How many hours flight from RDU to John Wayne Airport?
On a normal day, it takes 7 hours and 10 minutes to jet from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to John Wayne Airport. Breeze through the journey by watching some films or listening to audiobooks. Alternatively, use the time to catch up on some rest.
What airlines have the most flights from Raleigh–Durham Airport to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
You won't be able to find any airlines that operate direct flights between RDU and John Wayne Airport (SNA). Plan ahead and reserve a multi-stop or one-stop plane ticket.

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