$43 Cheap Flights from Oakland (OAK) to Orange County (SNA)

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Today's featured flight deals from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)

Nonstop
Carry-on included
Lower price than typical

Cheap Flights from Oakland to Orange County (OAK-SNA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $43 for one-way flights and $86 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Wed, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 13
OAK
Oakland
SNA
Orange County
$86 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Oakland to Orange County, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $86 found 9 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 13
OAK
Oakland
SNA
Orange County
$96 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$96
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Oakland to Orange County, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $96 found 6 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8
OAK
Oakland
SNA
Orange County
$105 Roundtrip, just found
$105
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Oakland to Orange County, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $105 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 16
OAK
Oakland
SNA
Orange County
$110 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$110
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Oakland to Orange County, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $110 found 3 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20
OAK
Oakland
SNA
Orange County
$111 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$111
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Oakland to Orange County, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $111 found 17 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 13
OAK
Oakland
SNA
Orange County
$112 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Oakland to Orange County, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $112 found 6 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Sat, Sep 6
OAK
Oakland
SNA
Orange County
$130 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$130
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Oakland to Orange County, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $130 found 3 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 7
OAK
Oakland
SNA
Orange County
$241 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$241
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Oakland to Orange County, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $241 found 4 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 16
OAK
Oakland
SNA
Orange County
$305 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$305
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Oakland to Orange County, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $305 found 2 days ago
Delta
Thu, Dec 11 - Tue, Dec 16
OAK
Oakland
SNA
Orange County
$535 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$535
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from Oakland to Orange County, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $535 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Oakland (OAK) to Santa Ana (SNA)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $42 - $429 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Santa Ana

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. ONT. Flights from $208
ONT
Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.
Flights from $208
Select flight to Long Beach Municipal LGB. Cheapest option available. Flights from $190
LGB
Long Beach Municipal
Cheapest
Flights from $190
Flights from Oakland (OAK) to Orange County (SNA)
Origin airport
Oakland Intl.
Destination airport
John Wayne
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines
Roundtrip price
$86
Distance
370 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 29 mins

Oakland to Orange County Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Oakland to Orange County

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Oakland 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 Oakland 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 Oakland to Orange County in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $43 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 Oakland 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 Oakland 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 Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $43 or cheap return flight from $86 from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) 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 Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Traveling in September is a great way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between OAK and SNA. You'll typically find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
When flying out of Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), you can jump on a nonstop flight to John Wayne Airport (SNA) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
While prices can vary depending on when you travel, Spirit Airlines and Southwest Airlines are popular options for flights between Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) and John Wayne Airport (SNA). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest ticket for your OAK to SNA flight.
How many flights per day from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
When departing from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), you can take your pick from an average of 6 daily nonstop flights to John Wayne Airport (SNA).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
The 7 AM departures from OAK to SNA are the most sought after. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save on your fare, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from OAK to SNA?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the widest range of options for flights from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA).
What is the earliest flight from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)'s earliest flight to John Wayne Airport (SNA) is at approximately 7:00AM UTC-8. With a total travel time of 1h 28m, you'll arrive at around 8:28AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
The average flight time from OAK to SNA is 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 370 mi.
What airline has the least delays from OAK to SNA?
Consider booking with Southwest Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) without any delays. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 89%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
To avoid possible delays on the Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) route, fly before 3 PM. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)?
If you're taking a direct flight from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Santa Ana, you can touch down at any one of these airports:

  • Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA)
  • Bob Hope Airport (BUR)
  • Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT)
  • Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a ticket from OAK to SNA generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute offers, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel plans flexible for a better chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book an OAK to SNA flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking an OAK to SNA flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one convenient place. After choosing your preferred flights and accommodations, consider adding extras such as activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
If you reserved your OAK to SNA flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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