$29 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Orange County (SNA)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Orange County (SFO-SNA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $29 for one-way flights and $57 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Tue, May 27 - Wed, May 28
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$57 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$57
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 27 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $57 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, May 14 - Thu, May 15
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$63 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$63
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 14 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Thu, May 15, priced at $63 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, May 6 - Wed, May 14
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$67 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$67
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 6 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Wed, May 14, priced at $67 found 9 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, May 8 - Mon, May 12
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$68 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$68
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 8 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Mon, May 12, priced at $68 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, May 5 - Tue, May 6
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$73 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$73
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 5 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Tue, May 6, priced at $73 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, May 6 - Wed, May 7
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$77 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$77
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 6 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Wed, May 7, priced at $77 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, May 8 - Fri, May 9
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$78 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$78
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 8 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Fri, May 9, priced at $78 found 1 hour ago
United
Wed, May 28 - Thu, May 29
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$86 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, May 28 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Thu, May 29, priced at $86 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Tue, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 4
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$159 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 3 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Wed, Jun 4, priced at $159 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Jul 1 - Wed, Jul 2
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$263 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$263
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 1 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Wed, Jul 2, priced at $263 found 1 hour ago

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) cost?
Grab cheap return flights starting at $51 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA). 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 flight leaving SFO on May 20 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 SFO to SNA?
The cheapest flights from SFO 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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Fly straight to John Wayne Airport (SNA). 3 airlines operate nonstop flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), including:

  • Alaska Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to SNA?
Take off from SFO to SNA with Alaska Airlines. This airline currently has the cheapest one-way fare on this route, starting at $29. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on July 15 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
When departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can choose from an average of 12 daily nonstop flights to John Wayne Airport (SNA).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
More passengers fly between SFO and SNA at 1 PM than at any other time. Looking to skip the crowds? Consider flying outside peak hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to SNA?
Jet off on a Friday if you’re after the largest selection of flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
The first flight of the day departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at around 7:20AM UTC-8. Hop on this flight and you’ll land at John Wayne Airport (SNA) at approximately 9:01AM UTC-8. The total flight duration is 1h 41m.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
The average flight duration from SFO to SNA is 1 hour and 34 minutes, covering a distance of 370 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to SNA?
With 89% of journeys usually landing on time, British Airways has the best on-time performance for direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA). To keep track of your flight status and get notifications about any changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
To reach John Wayne Airport (SNA) without delays, book a flight that leaves San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
A direct flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) will take you straight to one of these airports in Santa Ana:

  • Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA)
  • Bob Hope Airport (BUR)
  • Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT)
  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SFO to SNA are typically more expensive. To lock in the cheapest rates, start searching for flights as soon as possible. That being said, if you’re flexible with your travel dates, it’s possible to find a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to SNA flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SFO to SNA flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, having it all in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then personalize your trip with extras like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Typically, you can modify or cancel your SFO to SNA flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline’s rules and fees on flight changes, or if you want further details, head to our Customer Service portal.
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