What percentage of Santa Ana to San Francisco flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, a significant majority of flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco have been direct, accounting for 83.2% of all flights. For those flights that do involve a stopover, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This indicates that travelers have a high probability of finding a non-stop option for this route.

How many hours is the flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

The typical direct flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco has a median duration of 1 hour and 36 minutes. This route covers a distance of 599 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, are considerably longer, with a median duration of 12 hours and 39 minutes. Opting for a direct flight significantly reduces travel time.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

Historically, flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco are classified as having frequent good prices. This indicates that travelers often have opportunities to find favorable fares for this route. The consistent availability of good prices makes this a reliable route for budget-conscious planning.

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SNA - San Francisco
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Santa Ana to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco

Flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco cover a distance of 599 km, making this a short-haul route. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco are below the typical level, with 40% of recent fares classified as a good price. Prices for this route typically range from $124–$288, with a median of $184. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco, the data indicates that May is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $119. Following closely, February also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $128. April is another good option, with median fares around $158.

When flying from Santa Ana to San Francisco, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 83.2% of recent fares being direct flights. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, travelers typically experience one stopover.

A typical journey from Santa Ana to San Francisco, including any connections, takes approximately 3h 14m. This duration reflects the median travel time for all itineraries on this route.

How much is a round trip from Santa Ana to San Francisco

Regular price: $101 - $225

Prices from Santa Ana to San Francisco are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco is typically between $101 and $225. The current lowest deal is $64 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 5-Nov 9.

now $64

Low $101

High $225

The cheapest time to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco is May, with a median price of $119. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $278. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $119

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $278

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Santa Ana to San Francisco

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SNA - San Francisco

Santa Ana (SNA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Breeze Airways

$502

$226

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SNA - San Francisco

Santa Ana (SNA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$493

$270

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SNA - San Francisco

Santa Ana (SNA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$280

$98

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SNA - San Francisco

Santa Ana (SNA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$477

$219

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SNA - San Francisco

Santa Ana (SNA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$483

$235

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SNA - San Francisco

Santa Ana (SNA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$428

$246

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 18

$502 → $226

55%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

$477 → $219

54%

2 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 20

$483 → $235

51%

1 night

Sep 19 - Sep 20

$485 → $255

47%

Popular Airports to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco

Santa Ana - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from SNA to SFO are below the typical level, with 40% considered good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the lowest prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median price at $119, followed by February at $128.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 14m

The typical flight duration for this short-haul route is 3 hours 14 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

83.2% of recent flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with 83.2% of recent fares being non-stop.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct deals

Frontier Airlines has recently offered direct deals on this route, with one deal found.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from SNA to SFO are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Santa Ana main airports to depart from

John Wayne (SNA)

Cheapest

John Wayne Airport (SNA) is a convenient option for flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco.

📍 ~8 km from Santa Ana (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$99

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a major gateway to San Francisco and the Bay Area.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car, public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$97

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a primary alternative, offering extensive domestic options and direct BART rail access.

📍 ~30 km from San Francisco (reachable by car or BART)

💸 Flights from ~$169

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

$367

Save $119

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Historically, the best prices for flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco are found when booking 28-59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $117. Booking within 0-6 days of departure usually sees prices rise significantly, with an average of $461. Even booking 7-13 days out results in a higher average price of $220, indicating that planning ahead can lead to substantial savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco is considered to be $124 or less. The median price for this route has been $184. Prices can go up to $288 or more for the higher end of fares. Travelers aiming for the most economical options should target prices at or below the $124 threshold.

Historically, May has been the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco, with a median price of $119. February also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $128. In contrast, April has typically been the most expensive month, showing a median price of $158. The annual median price for this route is $184, suggesting that flying in May or February can lead to savings compared to the yearly average.

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Santa Ana to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco

A typical journey from Santa Ana to San Francisco, including any connections, takes approximately 3h 14m. This duration reflects the median travel time for all itineraries on this route.

How much is a round trip from Santa Ana to San Francisco

Regular price: $101 - $225

Prices from Santa Ana to San Francisco are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco is typically between $101 and $225. The current lowest deal is $64 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 5-Nov 9.

now $64

Low $101

High $225

The cheapest time to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco

May

Cheapest

Flights from $119

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $278

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Santa Ana to San Francisco

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SNA - San Francisco

Santa Ana (SNA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Breeze Airways

$502

$226

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SNA - San Francisco

Santa Ana (SNA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$493

$270

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SNA - San Francisco

Santa Ana (SNA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$280

$98

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SNA - San Francisco

Santa Ana (SNA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$477

$219

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SNA - San Francisco

Santa Ana (SNA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$483

$235

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SNA - San Francisco

Santa Ana (SNA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$428

$246

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 18

$502 → $226

55%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

$477 → $219

54%

2 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 20

$483 → $235

51%

1 night

Sep 19 - Sep 20

$485 → $255

47%

Popular Airports to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco