$43 Cheap Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Orange County (SNA)

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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Orange County (SMF-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
Tue, Aug 12 - Tue, Aug 19
SMF
Sacramento
SNA
Orange County
$86 Roundtrip, just found
$86
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Sacramento to Orange County, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $86 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 13
SMF
Sacramento
SNA
Orange County
$101 Roundtrip, just found
$101
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Sacramento to Orange County, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $101 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Thu, Oct 30
SMF
Sacramento
SNA
Orange County
$105 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$105
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Sacramento to Orange County, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $105 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
SMF
Sacramento
SNA
Orange County
$109 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$109
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Sacramento to Orange County, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $109 found 17 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 13
SMF
Sacramento
SNA
Orange County
$112 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Sacramento to Orange County, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $112 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 11
SMF
Sacramento
SNA
Orange County
$114 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$114
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 6 from Sacramento to Orange County, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $114 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 7
SMF
Sacramento
SNA
Orange County
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Sacramento to Orange County, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $177 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Sep 7 - Sat, Sep 13
SMF
Sacramento
SNA
Orange County
$178 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 7 from Sacramento to Orange County, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $178 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Wed, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 16
SMF
Sacramento
SNA
Orange County
$187 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Sacramento to Orange County, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $187 found 1 hour ago
United
Sat, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 19
SMF
Sacramento
SNA
Orange County
$187 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Sacramento to Orange County, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $187 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento (SMF) to Santa Ana (SNA)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $66 - $318 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Santa Ana

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Select flight to Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. ONT. Flights from $258
ONT
Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.
Flights from $258
Select flight to Long Beach Municipal LGB. Flights from $257
LGB
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Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Orange County (SNA)
Origin airport
Sacramento Intl.
Destination airport
John Wayne
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$86
Distance
403 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 29 mins

Sacramento to Orange County Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) cost?
Cheap return fares from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) start from $127. 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 Southwest Airlines and Frontier Airlines flight leaving SMF on August 18 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 SMF to SNA?
The cheapest flights from SMF 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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Take a direct flight with Southwest Airlines and go straight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport (SNA).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SMF to SNA?
Currently, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from SMF to SNA is Southwest Airlines. You can take off on this route from $89. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SMF on October 16 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
When jetting out of Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF), you can pick from an average of 5 daily direct flights to John Wayne Airport (SNA).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
More travelers fly between SMF and SNA at 7 AM than at any other time of day. Looking to skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and there's a chance you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SMF to SNA?
Travel on a Friday if you're searching for the best choice of flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport (SNA).
What is the earliest flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
The earliest flight out of Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) is at around 7:15AM UTC-8. Board this flight and you'll touch down at John Wayne Airport (SNA) at approximately 8:45AM UTC-8. The total travel time is 1h 30m.
How long does it take to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Flights from SMF to SNA have an average travel time of 1 hour and 30 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 400 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SMF to SNA?
With 82% of flights typically landing on schedule, Southwest Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport (SNA). To keep track of your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
To arrive at John Wayne Airport (SNA) on time, book a flight that leaves from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
If you're taking a direct flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) 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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book your flight from SMF to SNA generally means paying more. While you might find some last-minute offers, they aren't always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans for the best chance of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SMF to SNA flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SMF to SNA flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having everything in one convenient place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Typically, you can modify or cancel your SMF to SNA flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you want more details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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