$49 Cheap Flights from Phoenix (PHX) to Orange County (SNA)

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Cheap Flights from Phoenix to Orange County (PHX-SNA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $49 for one-way flights and $98 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 11
PHX
Phoenix
SNA
Orange County
$98 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$98
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Phoenix to Orange County, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $98 found 11 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Fri, Aug 22
PHX
Phoenix
SNA
Orange County
$114 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$114
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Phoenix to Orange County, returning Fri, Aug 22, priced at $114 found 3 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Oct 19 - Sun, Nov 2
PHX
Phoenix
SNA
Orange County
$115 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$115
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from Phoenix to Orange County, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $115 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 11
PHX
Phoenix
SNA
Orange County
$116 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$116
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Phoenix to Orange County, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $116 found 11 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 13
PHX
Phoenix
SNA
Orange County
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Phoenix to Orange County, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $117 just found
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 2 - Sat, Sep 6
PHX
Phoenix
SNA
Orange County
$119 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$119
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Phoenix to Orange County, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $119 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Oct 25 - Wed, Oct 29
PHX
Phoenix
SNA
Orange County
$128 Roundtrip, just found
$128
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Phoenix to Orange County, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $128 just found
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 9
PHX
Phoenix
SNA
Orange County
$297 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from Phoenix to Orange County, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $297 found 1 day ago
United
Sat, Oct 25 - Wed, Oct 29
PHX
Phoenix
SNA
Orange County
$393 Roundtrip, just found
$393
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Phoenix to Orange County, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $393 just found
Delta
Tue, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 25
PHX
Phoenix
SNA
Orange County
$605 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$605
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Phoenix to Orange County, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $605 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Santa Ana (SNA)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $48 - $128 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. Cheapest option available. Flights from $168
ONT
Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.
Cheapest
Flights from $168
Select flight to Long Beach Municipal LGB. Flights from $213
LGB
Long Beach Municipal
Flights from $213
Flights from Phoenix (PHX) to Orange County (SNA)
Origin airport
Sky Harbor Intl.
Destination airport
John Wayne
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$74
Distance
337 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 15 mins

Phoenix to Orange County Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Orange County in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $49 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) cost?
You can score affordable return tickets from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) starting at $83. Reserve your seat and take off on your trip. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines flight leaving PHX on August 16 2025 and touching down at SNA. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from PHX to SNA?
The cheapest flights from PHX to SNA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Take your pick of 3 airlines that fly nonstop from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to John Wayne Airport (SNA). These include:

  • Southwest Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from PHX to SNA?
With fares starting at $44 for a one-way journey from PHX to SNA, Frontier Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from PHX on October 18 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
When taking off from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX), you'll have a choice from an average of 11 daily nonstop flights to John Wayne Airport (SNA).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
More people fly between PHX and SNA at 8 AM than at any other time. Looking for a quieter experience? 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 PHX to SNA?
If you travel on a Sunday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to John Wayne Airport (SNA).
What is the earliest flight from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 8:10AM UTC-7, leaving from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX). You'll be traveling for about 1h 25m, landing at John Wayne Airport (SNA) at approximately 8:35AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
The average flight duration from PHX to SNA is 1 hour and 25 minutes, covering a total distance of 340 mi.
What airline has the least delays from PHX to SNA?
Southwest Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to John Wayne Airport (SNA), with an on-time score of 88%. Use the Expedia App to see your flight status before you head off and get real-time updates about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
To arrive at John Wayne Airport (SNA) without delays, pick a flight that leaves Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
Touch down at any of these Santa Ana hubs after your direct flight from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX):

  • 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 Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from PHX to SNA are generally more expensive. To secure the best rates, start searching for flights early. That said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, it's possible to land a cheap fare just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a PHX to SNA flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a PHX 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 easy to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you've selected your preferred flights and accommodations, consider adding extras like car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Typically, you're able to reschedule or cancel your PHX to SNA flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you need further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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