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Cheap flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco from £44

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — SFO
15 Apr — 22 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 10 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£62

One-way from

£44

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£136

Good round-trip deal

£89 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 7/5-7/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 06m total
  • Santa Ana to San Francisco
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Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 29/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 32m total
  • Santa Ana to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (£28 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 April 2025.

Wed 23/418:15SNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Sat 26/413:02SFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/4£52
Sat 7/612:35SNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 28mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 5/711:00SFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 10/4£67
Wed 23/415:37SNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mAlaska Airlines
Wed 23/420:55SFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/4£71
Wed 14/507:01SNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Wed 14/512:04SFO - SNA
1 stop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/4£164
Wed 14/506:45SNA - SFO
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Wed 14/512:45SFO - SNA
2 stops6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 10/4£206
Mon 14/407:25SNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/411:55SFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4£257

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Santa Ana

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San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 23/4

18:15-19:39

Nonstop1h 24m

San Francisco

Sat 26/4

13:02-14:41

Nonstop1h 39m

£52

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 7/6

12:35-14:03

Nonstop1h 28m

San Francisco

Sat 5/7

11:00-12:40

Nonstop1h 40m

£67

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 23/4

15:37-17:09

Nonstop1h 32m

San Francisco

Wed 23/4

20:55-22:28

Nonstop1h 33m

£71

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 14/5

07:01-08:40

Nonstop1h 39m

San Francisco

Wed 14/5

12:04-18:15

1 stop6h 11m

£164

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 14/5

06:45-11:05

1 stop4h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 14/5

12:45-19:35

2 stops6h 50m

£206

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 29/4

15:45-17:09

Nonstop1h 24m

San Francisco

Wed 30/4

20:55-22:28

Nonstop1h 33m

£261

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 25/4

15:58-22:56

1 stop6h 58m

San Francisco

Sat 26/4

10:04-20:33

2 stops10h 29m

£493

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 29/4

15:37-17:09

Nonstop1h 32m

£44

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 22/5

19:15-20:47

Nonstop1h 32m

£50

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 29/4

12:57-18:53

1 stop5h 56m

£101

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 65 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Santa Ana to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SNA to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 April 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Santa Ana to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 10 April 2025.

The most flights from SNA to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (63 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 10 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,851 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,851 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,851 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,278 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,851 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,911 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,851 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,365 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,851 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,851 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Santa Ana to San Francisco flight route?

    This flight path from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to San Francisco was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana to San Francisco round-trip?

    United Airlines, at £62, was found to be the cheapest airline from Santa Ana to San Francisco.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. You may be able to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco for 56% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £44. United Airlines flights start at £50 while deals on American Airlines start at £101 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Santa Ana to San Francisco are Japan Airlines (80%), Copa Airlines (79%) and ANA (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from Santa Ana to San Francisco is £68. On average you can expect to pay £91. The most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - San Francisco), can usually be booked for £101.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Ana to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Santa Ana to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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