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Cheap flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco from £46

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — SFO
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
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 22 January 2025.

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£46

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£142

Good round-trip deal

£94 or less
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 5/2-8/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 01m total
  • Santa Ana to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£20 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
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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 22 January 2025.

Wed 5/214:17SNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/213:19SFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 21/1£46
Mon 27/115:40SNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 27/119:10SFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/1£91
Tue 4/215:29SNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/216:18SFO - SNA
1 stop4h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/1£161
Wed 13/807:00SNA - SFO
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Wed 13/816:45SFO - SNA
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 21/1£284
Thu 13/211:25SNA - SFO
2 stops12h 49mDelta
Mon 17/213:30SFO - SNA
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Deal found 21/1£455

Find flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 22 January 2025.

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Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/2

07:00-08:41

Nonstop1h 41m

San Francisco

Tue 11/2

12:00-13:27

Nonstop1h 27m

£66

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 6/2

07:25-09:00

Nonstop1h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 9/2

07:20-09:01

Nonstop1h 41m

£129

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/2

15:29-16:58

Nonstop1h 29m

San Francisco

Wed 5/2

16:18-20:59

1 stop4h 41m

£161

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 27/3

07:55-11:25

1 stop3h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 29/3

05:45-16:20

1 stop10h 35m

£285

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 13/2

11:25-00:14

2 stops12h 49m

San Francisco

Mon 17/2

13:30-22:30

1 stop9h 00m

£455

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 24/3

14:20-15:49

Nonstop1h 29m

£48

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/3

10:30-12:10

Nonstop1h 40m

£52

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 19/3

11:18-19:49

1 stop8h 31m

£115

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 21/3

07:55-11:25

1 stop3h 30m

£141

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 17 January 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 72 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 22 January 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 22 January 2025.

The most flights from SNA to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (49 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (25 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 22 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,662 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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?

    Alaska Airlines, at £46, was found to be the cheapest airline from Santa Ana to San Francisco.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include United Airlines and American Airlines. You may be able to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco for 73% 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 £48. United Airlines flights start at £52 while deals on Delta start at £115 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 Lufthansa (86%), Copa Airlines (81%) and Air Canada (79%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Santa Ana to San Francisco is £71. On average you can expect to pay £96. The most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - San Francisco), can usually be booked for £103.

  • 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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