Cheap flights from SNA to SFO (John Wayne to San Francisco Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from SNA to SFO starting at $54 One Way, $65 Round Trip

Prices starting at $65 for return flights and $54 for one-way flights to San Francisco Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Nov 9
SNA
Orange County
SFO
San Francisco
$65 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$65
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 16 from Orange County to San Francisco, returning Mon, Nov 9, priced at $65 found 14 hours ago
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
SNA
Orange County
SFO
San Francisco
$70 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$70
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 26 from Orange County to San Francisco, returning Thu, Oct 29, priced at $70 found 4 days ago
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
SNA
Orange County
SFO
San Francisco
$72 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$72
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 13 from Orange County to San Francisco, returning Mon, Nov 16, priced at $72 found 4 days ago
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 5
SNA
Orange County
SFO
San Francisco
$86 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 2 from Orange County to San Francisco, returning Thu, Nov 5, priced at $86 found 18 hours ago
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
SNA
Orange County
SFO
San Francisco
$94 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$94
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 5 from Orange County to San Francisco, returning Sun, Nov 8, priced at $94 found 18 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near San Francisco Intl.

Hotels In San Francisco

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
$195 nightly
The price is $230 total per night from Sep 24 to Sep 25
$230 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,693 reviews)
"My family and I stayed at this hotel during early September to celebrate a birthday. We had an amazing experience, both from the living space and the staff. Staff were extremely helpful at every step of our visit, giving recommendations and where to go, where to eat, and offering assistance with ..."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
$157 nightly
The price is $184 total per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
$184 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,556 reviews)
"Convenient location."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
$152 nightly
The price is $179 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$179 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,302 reviews)
"Room was quiet—no noise from the beighboring rooms. It was great!"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway 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.

San Francisco Hotels With Airport Transportation

The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO

3 out of 5
110 S El Camino Real Millbrae CA
$120 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
$142 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
The Dylan at SFO
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$133 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$153 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Bruno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,004 reviews)
"Very friendly"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

Hotel Skye SFO
Sfo El Rancho Inn

Sfo El Rancho Inn

3 out of 5
1100 El Camino Real Millbrae CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,798 reviews)
"Customer service was great"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2026

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Sfo El Rancho Inn
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.

SNA to SFO Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
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
SFO Address & GPS
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA Code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from SNA to San Francisco Airport?
We're just about to make your upcoming time away even better — there are 3 airlines that will transport you nonstop from SNA to SFO. Those in the know recommend these quality carriers:

  • Alaska Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the shortest flight from John Wayne Airport to San Francisco Airport?
If you're of the opinion that your vacation hours should be spent 'vacationing' instead of flying, you'll enjoy the flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Airport. It takes as little as 1 hour and 28 minutes.
How many hours flight from SNA to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
There's no excuse not to book a San Francisco escape when the flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is a brief 1 hour and 36 minutes on average. Go ahead and finalize that ticket — it's about time you finally took a break.
What airlines have the most flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Airport?
A worry-free, full-of-fun getaway starts with selecting a high quality airline. Frontier Airlines (F9) operates 17 flights each month from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Airport. Why not step aboard and find out why it's known as one of the best? If that doesn't quite cut it for you, scope out the fares from United Airlines (UA). This airline is another reliable choice and operates 136 flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco each month.

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