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

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

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
Sat, May 24 - Sun, May 25
SNA
Orange County
SFO
San Francisco
$57 Roundtrip, just found
$57
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from Orange County to San Francisco, returning Sun, May 25, priced at $57 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, May 8 - Wed, May 14
SNA
Orange County
SFO
San Francisco
$63 Roundtrip, just found
$63
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 8 from Orange County to San Francisco, returning Wed, May 14, priced at $63 just found
Alaska Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Wed, May 14
SNA
Orange County
SFO
San Francisco
$67 Roundtrip, just found
$67
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Orange County to San Francisco, returning Wed, May 14, priced at $67 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, May 15 - Mon, May 19
SNA
Orange County
SFO
San Francisco
$68 Roundtrip, just found
$68
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 15 from Orange County to San Francisco, returning Mon, May 19, priced at $68 just found
Alaska Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Thu, May 8
SNA
Orange County
SFO
San Francisco
$73 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$73
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Orange County to San Francisco, returning Thu, May 8, priced at $73 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, May 9 - Mon, May 12
SNA
Orange County
SFO
San Francisco
$78 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$78
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 9 from Orange County to San Francisco, returning Mon, May 12, priced at $78 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jul 15 - Thu, Jul 24
SNA
Orange County
SFO
San Francisco
$83 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$83
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 15 from Orange County to San Francisco, returning Thu, Jul 24, priced at $83 found 1 hour ago
United
Mon, May 12 - Tue, May 13
SNA
Orange County
SFO
San Francisco
$91 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$91
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, May 12 from Orange County to San Francisco, returning Tue, May 13, priced at $91 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Tue, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 11
SNA
Orange County
SFO
San Francisco
$159 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 3 from Orange County to San Francisco, returning Wed, Jun 11, priced at $159 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Jul 2 - Sat, Jul 5
SNA
Orange County
SFO
San Francisco
$263 Roundtrip, just found
$263
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 2 from Orange County to San Francisco, returning Sat, Jul 5, priced at $263 just found
Flights from Orange County (SNA) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
John Wayne
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$51
Distance
372 mi

Orange County to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Orange County to San Francisco

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 Orange County to San Francisco are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Orange County to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Orange County to San Francisco

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Orange County to San Francisco: 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 Orange County to San Francisco

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 Orange County to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $29 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 Orange County to San Francisco 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 Orange County to San Francisco 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 John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Pick up cheap return flights starting at $51 from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). 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 SNA on May 20 2025 and touching down at SFO. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SNA to SFO?
The cheapest flights from SNA to SFO 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 John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Fly straight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). 3 airlines offer direct routes from John Wayne Airport (SNA), including:

  • Alaska Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from SNA to SFO?
Right now, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from SNA to SFO is Alaska Airlines. You can jet off on this route from $29. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SNA on July 16 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
When jetting out of John Wayne Airport (SNA), you’ll have your pick from an average of 12 daily nonstop flights to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flights between SNA and SFO are busiest at 10 AM. If you’d like a more relaxed trip and potentially cheaper tickets, choose a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SNA to SFO?
Depart on a Friday if you’re searching for the largest selection of flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the earliest flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
John Wayne Airport (SNA)’s earliest flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) takes off at approximately 7:00AM UTC-8. With a total journey time of 1h 41m, you’ll arrive at around 8:41AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The average flight duration from SNA to SFO is 1 hour and 36 minutes, covering a total distance of 370 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SNA to SFO?
Frontier Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), with an on-time rating of 86%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight schedule before you head off and get real-time updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To avoid potential delays on the John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) route, travel before 3 PM. Later flights 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 San Francisco from John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
You can land at one of these San Francisco airports following your direct flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA):

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SNA to SFO are typically more expensive. For the lowest prices, start searching for flights well in advance. That said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may score a cheap fare just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a SNA to SFO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SNA to SFO flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, managing everything in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
You can usually cancel or reschedule your SNA to SFO flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline’s policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You’ll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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