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Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Orange County (SNA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $29 for one-way flights and $53 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Wed, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 16
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$53 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$53
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 16 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Wed, Oct 16, priced at $53 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Oct 23 - Wed, Oct 30
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$58 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$58
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 23 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Wed, Oct 30, priced at $58 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 21
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$63 Roundtrip, just found
$63
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 19 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Mon, Oct 21, priced at $63 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 16
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$68 Roundtrip, just found
$68
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 14 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Wed, Oct 16, priced at $68 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Oct 26 - Mon, Oct 28
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$73 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$73
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 26 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Mon, Oct 28, priced at $73 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 9
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$78 Roundtrip, just found
$78
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 6 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Mon, Dec 9, priced at $78 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 19
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$83 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$83
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 19 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Sat, Oct 19, priced at $83 found 22 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 17
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$83 Roundtrip, just found
$83
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 14 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Sun, Nov 17, priced at $83 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 7
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$88 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$88
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 7 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Thu, Nov 7, priced at $88 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 20
SFO
San Francisco
SNA
Orange County
$88 Roundtrip, just found
$88
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 15 from San Francisco to Orange County, returning Wed, Nov 20, priced at $88 just found
Flight from San Francisco to Orange County (SFO - SNA) route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
John Wayne
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$52
Distance
372 mi

San Francisco to Orange County Flights

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

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Orange County

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Orange County in 2024. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $29 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 is a flight from SFO to SNA?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight between San Francisco Airport and John Wayne Airport is $53. But you better act soon. This figure is taken from fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Most flights can be canceled online, but whether you incur a fee depends on your airline. If you do need to cancel your break, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from SFO to John Wayne Airport (SNA) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for SFO to John Wayne Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
With a flight distance of 373 mi, it’s just a hop from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to SNA. It might be a quick flight, but it’s still worth bringing a good book to read.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to SNA?
There are a few airlines that fly directly from SFO to John Wayne Airport. Alaska Airlines (AS) is a popular option, offering 195 flights each month. Like some more options? Check out the ticket prices from United Airlines (UA). This carrier offers 139 monthly flights between these destinations.
Are SFO to John Wayne Airport (SNA) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from San Francisco Airport to SNA last minute could be your ticket to a fantastic deal. However, it could end up costing you a whole lot more! If you’d rather not take any chances, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the biggest bargains up to a year in advance. If your preferred air carrier hasn’t released tickets yet, check back frequently as deals are updated on Expedia all the time.
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