How many flights from Denver to Santa Ana are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 58% of flights from Denver to Santa Ana were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that a majority of travelers on this route can typically find direct options. When direct flights are not available, connecting flights usually involve multiple stops.

How long is the flight from Denver to Santa Ana?

A direct flight from Denver to Santa Ana typically takes about 2 hours and 29 minutes, covering a distance of 1360 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to approximately 7 hours and 33 minutes. Travelers can expect a considerably shorter journey when opting for non-stop service. The travel time can significantly increase with the addition of layovers.

How often do Denver to Santa Ana flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Denver to Santa Ana route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions. Over the trailing 30 days, this route has consistently been categorized as having frequent price fluctuations. This pattern suggests that monitoring prices can be beneficial for securing a better deal.

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2026-09-11 – 2026-09-13
DEN - Santa Ana
49% AI deal score
$127
$104
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2026-09-21 – 2026-09-24
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2026-10-25 – 2026-10-29
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2026-09-07 – 2026-09-11
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$127
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2026-09-10 – 2026-09-13
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Denver to Santa Ana: Overview

Insights for flights from Denver to Santa Ana

Right now, 25% of recent fares for flights from Denver to Santa Ana are considered a good price. Fares typically range from $106–$434, with a median of $181. Currently, prices are significantly above the typical level, which means you might find better value by tracking fares.

When looking for cheap flights from Denver to Santa Ana, the cheapest time to fly is often May, with a median fare of $85. Other cost-effective months include April, where the median fare is $108, and October, with a median of $119.

A typical journey from Denver to Santa Ana takes approximately 4h 53m, including connections. This route is classified as a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 1,360 kilometers. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it easier to find suitable options.

For this route, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest connect once. Specifically, 58% of recent fares were for direct flights from Denver to Santa Ana. When connecting, most itineraries involve 2 stopovers.

How much is a round trip from Denver to Santa Ana

Regular price: $96 - $283

Prices for flights from Denver to Santa Ana are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $96 to $283. The current lowest deal is $105 with Frontier Airlines, valid for travel from Sep 3-Sep 6.

now $105

Low $96

High $283

The cheapest time to fly from Denver to Santa Ana

The cheapest month to fly from Denver to Santa Ana is May, with a median price of $85. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $637. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $85

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $637

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Direct flights from Denver to Santa Ana

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Denver to Santa Ana

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Santa Ana

Denver (DEN) - Santa Ana (SNA)

Frontier Airlines

$452

$307

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Santa Ana

Denver (DEN) - Santa Ana (SNA)

Frontier Airlines

$455

$312

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Santa Ana

Denver (DEN) - Santa Ana (SNA)

Frontier Airlines

$411

$225

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Santa Ana

Denver (DEN) - Santa Ana (SNA)

Frontier Airlines

$416

$256

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Santa Ana

Denver (DEN) - Santa Ana (SNA)

Frontier Airlines

$416

$256

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Santa Ana

Denver (DEN) - Santa Ana (SNA)

Frontier Airlines

$408

$277

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Denver to Santa Ana

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$326 → $139

57%

3 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 6

$411 → $225

45%

3 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 16

$326 → $144

56%

5 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 24

$307 → $126

59%

Popular Airports to fly from Denver to Santa Ana

Denver - Santa Ana route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Denver to Santa Ana are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $85 for flights from Denver to Santa Ana.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 4h 53m

The typical flight duration from Denver to Santa Ana is 4 hours and 53 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines provides direct flights on this route, with 58% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $105

A recent deal on Frontier Airlines for $105 is available from Sep 3-Sep 6.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Denver to Santa Ana are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Denver main airports to depart from

Denver International (DEN)

Cheapest

Denver International Airport is a great choice for flights from Denver to Santa Ana.

📍 ~40 km from Denver city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$98

Santa Ana main airports to arrive at

John Wayne (SNA)

Cheapest

John Wayne Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Denver to Santa Ana.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$98

Airports nearby Santa Ana used as alternative

Long Beach (LGB)

Long Beach (LGB) is a close alternative to Santa Ana, offering a similar small-airport experience.

📍 ~25 km from Santa Ana (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Santa Ana

75% AI deal score

$1,834

$1,056

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Santa Ana

Historically, the best prices for flights from Denver to Santa Ana are found when booking between 14 and 27 days in advance. During the trailing 90 days, the average price for this booking window was $127. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees a significantly higher average price of $800. Planning your trip within the 14-27 day window can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Denver to Santa Ana was considered to be $106 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $181. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals historically being found at $434 or less. Aiming for prices at or below the good price threshold can help secure a favorable fare.

Historically, May has offered the cheapest flights from Denver to Santa Ana, with a median price of $85. April also presented competitive fares, with a median price of $108. The annual median price for this route is $181, indicating that certain months can offer significant savings. Travelers looking for lower prices might consider flying in these historically cheaper months.

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Denver to Santa Ana: Overview

Insights for flights from Denver to Santa Ana

How much is a round trip from Denver to Santa Ana

Regular price: $96 - $283

Prices for flights from Denver to Santa Ana are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $96 to $283. The current lowest deal is $105 with Frontier Airlines, valid for travel from Sep 3-Sep 6.

now $105

Low $96

High $283

The cheapest time to fly from Denver to Santa Ana

May

Cheapest

Flights from $85

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $637

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