$155 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Orange County (SNA)

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Popular airlines from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)

Cheap Flights from New York to Orange County (JFK-SNA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $155 for one-way flights and $246 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 4
JFK
New York
SNA
Orange County
$246 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$246
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from New York to Orange County, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $246 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 2
JFK
New York
SNA
Orange County
$253 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from New York to Orange County, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $253 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 13
JFK
New York
SNA
Orange County
$257 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from New York to Orange County, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $257 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 11
JFK
New York
SNA
Orange County
$259 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$259
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from New York to Orange County, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $259 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 4
JFK
New York
SNA
Orange County
$260 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$260
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from New York to Orange County, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $260 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Thu, Sep 25
JFK
New York
SNA
Orange County
$264 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$264
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from New York to Orange County, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $264 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Oct 27
JFK
New York
SNA
Orange County
$271 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$271
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from New York to Orange County, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $271 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 2
JFK
New York
SNA
Orange County
$297 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from New York to Orange County, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $297 found 2 days ago
Delta
Tue, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 1
JFK
New York
SNA
Orange County
$335 Roundtrip, just found
$335
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from New York to Orange County, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $335 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 4
JFK
New York
SNA
Orange County
$347 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$347
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from New York to Orange County, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $347 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York (JFK) to Santa Ana (SNA)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $158 - $501 per traveler.

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Flights from New York (JFK) to Orange County (SNA)
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
John Wayne
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines
Roundtrip price
$244
Distance
2447 mi
Average flight time
6 hours 1 min

New York to Orange County Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New York to Orange County

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

 

The best time to book a flight from New York to Orange County

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

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 New York to Orange County in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $155 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 New York to Orange County 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 New York to Orange County 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 F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $155 or cheap return flight from $246 from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
The cheapest month to fly from JFK to SNA is September, when demand is low. Off-peak months are typically when airlines offer better prices between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Catch a nonstop flight with American Airlines and fly straight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, travel time and fares all in one place. Customize the search to your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find out which carrier offers the cheapest JFK to SNA flight.
How many flights per day from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
On average, there is just 1 direct flight leaving from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) per day. If this doesn't work for you, think about flights with a layover. Simply filter your search results on Expedia to include one stop or more to find the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
More people fly between JFK and SNA at 9 AM than at any other point in the day. Looking to skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and there's a chance you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from JFK to SNA?
If you depart on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA).
What is the earliest flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)'s earliest flight to John Wayne Airport (SNA) is at approximately 9:00AM UTC-5. With a total flight time of 6h 25m, you'll land at around 12:25PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Flights from JFK to SNA have an average travel time of 6 hours and 25 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 2,500 mi.
What airline has the least delays from JFK to SNA?
Delta Air Lines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA), with an on-time score of 100%. Use the Expedia App to check your flight schedule before you leave and get real-time alerts about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
To avoid possible delays on the John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) 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 Santa Ana from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
You can land at Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) or John Wayne Airport (SNA) when traveling to Santa Ana on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a ticket from JFK to SNA often results in higher prices. While you might find some last-minute offers, there's no guarantee. Be flexible with your itinerary for the best chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a JFK to SNA flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a JFK to SNA flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one place. After choosing your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Typically, you're able to cancel or reschedule your JFK to SNA flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you need further details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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