Cheap flights from SAN to SNA (San Diego Intl. to John Wayne)

Earn rewards on top of your airline miles with Orbitz Rewards

Many airlines offer flexible change policies

Sign up to receive text alerts about your trip

Cheap Flights from SAN to SNA starting at $150 One Way, $246 Round Trip

Prices starting at $246 for return flights and $150 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, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2
SAN
San Diego
SNA
Orange County
$246 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$246
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 26 from San Diego to Orange County, returning Mon, Mar 2, priced at $246 found 2 days ago
Sat, Jan 24 - Mon, Jan 26
SAN
San Diego
SNA
Orange County
$252 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$252
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 24 from San Diego to Orange County, returning Mon, Jan 26, priced at $252 found 6 days ago
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2
SAN
San Diego
SNA
Orange County
$265 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$265
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 26 from San Diego to Orange County, returning Mon, Mar 2, priced at $265 found 2 days ago
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2
SAN
San Diego
SNA
Orange County
$266 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$266
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 26 from San Diego to Orange County, returning Mon, Mar 2, priced at $266 found 2 days ago
Fri, Jan 16 - Fri, Jan 23
SAN
San Diego
SNA
Orange County
$272 Roundtrip, just found
$272
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 16 from San Diego to Orange County, returning Fri, Jan 23, priced at $272 just found

Hotel Ideas near John Wayne

Airport Hotels near John Wayne

Home2 Suites by Hilton Garden Grove

Home2 Suites by Hilton Garden Grove

3 out of 5
13650 Harbor Blvd Garden Grove CA
$130 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$149 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Garden Grove. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (290 reviews)
We enjoyed our stay however to noisy

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Home2 Suites by Hilton Garden Grove
Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton

4 out of 5
100 The City Dr S Orange CA
$117 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
$129 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Orange. Enjoy 2 outdoor pickleball courts, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,736 reviews)
Great stay and clean room

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Ayres Hotel Orange

Ayres Hotel Orange

3.5 out of 5
200 N. The City Drive Orange CA
$125 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$138 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Orange. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,515 reviews)
Everything was amazing!

Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025

Ayres Hotel Orange
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.

SAN to SNA Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SAN Address & GPS
Address:
Airport Drive
San Diego CA, 92101
United States
IATA Code:
SAN
Longitude:
-117.197312
Latitude:
32.731938
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
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 San Diego Airport to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
You'll need to switch planes if you're wanting to travel from SAN to SNA. Various carriers service this route with only one stopover, including Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from SAN to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
The shortest flight time from San Diego Airport to SNA is around 5 hours and 14 minutes. Grab a refreshment from the cabin crew, work on your travel itinerary or read a few magazines — you'll have plenty of time on this medium-haul journey.
How many hours flight from SAN to John Wayne Airport?
Get comfortable, because the average journey from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to SNA is 5 hours and 19 minutes. Watch a few TV episodes, finish that book … You'll have ample time to rest and relax.
What airlines have the most flights from SAN to John Wayne Airport?
For now, you can't fly direct between San Diego and Santa Ana. However, you will be able to book a flight with one or more stops. Look on the positive side — use the break to stretch your legs or grab a nice coffee!

Map To Nearby Hotels

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.

More to Explore