$89 Cheap Flights from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) to Orange County (SNA)

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Cheap Flights from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to Orange County (PAE-SNA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $89 for one-way flights and $177 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, May 20 - Wed, Jun 4
PAE
Seattle
SNA
Orange County
$177 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 20 from Seattle to Orange County, returning Wed, Jun 4, priced at $177 found 6 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jun 7 - Tue, Jun 10
PAE
Seattle
SNA
Orange County
$180 Roundtrip, just found
$180
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 7 from Seattle to Orange County, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $180 just found
Alaska Airlines
Sun, May 25 - Wed, May 28
PAE
Seattle
SNA
Orange County
$187 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Seattle to Orange County, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $187 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 4
PAE
Seattle
SNA
Orange County
$190 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$190
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 3 from Seattle to Orange County, returning Wed, Jun 4, priced at $190 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 3
PAE
Seattle
SNA
Orange County
$193 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jun 2 from Seattle to Orange County, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $193 found 20 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, May 29 - Sat, May 31
PAE
Seattle
SNA
Orange County
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 29 from Seattle to Orange County, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $197 just found
Alaska Airlines
Tue, May 20 - Fri, May 30
PAE
Seattle
SNA
Orange County
$200 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$200
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 20 from Seattle to Orange County, returning Fri, May 30, priced at $200 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jun 6 - Tue, Jun 10
PAE
Seattle
SNA
Orange County
$201 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 6 from Seattle to Orange County, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $201 found 10 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, May 13 - Wed, May 14
PAE
Seattle
SNA
Orange County
$202 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 13 from Seattle to Orange County, returning Wed, May 14, priced at $202 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jun 7 - Tue, Jun 10
PAE
Seattle
SNA
Orange County
$207 Roundtrip, just found
$207
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 7 from Seattle to Orange County, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $207 just found
Flights from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) to Orange County (SNA)
Origin airport
Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport
Destination airport
John Wayne
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines
Roundtrip price
$171
Distance
1009 mi

Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to Orange County Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to Orange County

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to Orange County are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to Orange County with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to Orange County

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to Orange County: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to Orange County

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to Orange County in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $89 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to Orange County flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to Orange County airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) cost?
Cheap return fares from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) start from $138. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Alaska Airlines and Frontier Airlines flight leaving PAE on May 17 2025 and touching down at SNA. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from PAE to SNA?
The cheapest flights from PAE to SNA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
When heading out of Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE), you can hop on a nonstop flight to John Wayne Airport (SNA) with Alaska Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from PAE to SNA?
With prices as low as $89 for a one-way journey from PAE to SNA, Alaska Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from PAE on June 10 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
On average, there is just 1 direct flight leaving from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) per day. If this doesn’t work with your itinerary, consider flights with a layover. Just filter your search on Expedia to include one stop or more to discover a better alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
The 7 AM departures from PAE to SNA are the busiest. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save on your trip, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from PAE to SNA?
If you jet off on a Saturday, you’ll get the biggest range of options for flights from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to John Wayne Airport (SNA).
What is the earliest flight from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
The first flight of the day out of Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) is at around 7:07AM UTC-8. Board this flight and you’ll reach John Wayne Airport (SNA) at approximately 9:55AM UTC-8. The total time in the air is 2h 48m.
How long does it take to fly from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Flights from PAE to SNA have an average travel time of 2 hours and 48 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 1,000 mi.
What airline has the least delays from PAE to SNA?
Alaska Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to John Wayne Airport (SNA), with an on-time rating of 93%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight status before you jet off and get notified of any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
To avoid possible delays on the Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) route, fly before 3 PM. Later departures are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Santa Ana from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
You’ll touch down at Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) or John Wayne Airport (SNA) when you travel to Santa Ana on a direct flight from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your departure to book your flight from PAE to SNA often results in higher prices. While it’s possible to find some last-minute offers, they’re not always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open to maximize your chances of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a PAE to SNA flight and hotel package?
Securing a PAE to SNA flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our impressive range of stays and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Usually, it’s possible to cancel or reschedule your PAE to SNA flight. However, if it’s been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline’s policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You’ll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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