$79 Cheap Flights from Orange County (SNA) to Tucson (TUS)

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Cheap Flights from Orange County to Tucson (SNA-TUS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $79 for one-way flights and $139 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Mon, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 8
SNA
Orange County
TUS
Tucson
$139 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 6 from Orange County to Tucson, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $139 found 6 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Sat, Sep 27
SNA
Orange County
TUS
Tucson
$141 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$141
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Orange County to Tucson, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $141 found 6 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 23
SNA
Orange County
TUS
Tucson
$143 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$143
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Orange County to Tucson, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $143 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 14 - Thu, Oct 16
SNA
Orange County
TUS
Tucson
$148 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from Orange County to Tucson, returning Thu, Oct 16, priced at $148 found 6 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 21
SNA
Orange County
TUS
Tucson
$149 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Orange County to Tucson, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $149 found 6 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 24
SNA
Orange County
TUS
Tucson
$150 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Orange County to Tucson, returning Fri, Oct 24, priced at $150 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Sun, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 2
SNA
Orange County
TUS
Tucson
$155 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from Orange County to Tucson, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $155 found 6 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Oct 13
SNA
Orange County
TUS
Tucson
$160 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Orange County to Tucson, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $160 found 18 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 23 - Sun, Jan 25
SNA
Orange County
TUS
Tucson
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 23 from Orange County to Tucson, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $177 just found
Delta
Wed, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 13
SNA
Orange County
TUS
Tucson
$178 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Orange County to Tucson, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $178 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana (SNA) to Tucson (TUS)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $136 - $258 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Orange County (SNA) to Tucson (TUS)
Origin airport
John Wayne
Destination airport
Tucson Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$139
Distance
415 mi

Orange County to Tucson Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Orange County to Tucson

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

 

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

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

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 Orange County to Tucson in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $79 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 Orange County to Tucson 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 Orange County to Tucson 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 Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from SNA to TUS by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SNA to TUS?
To pick up a cheap ticket, look for nonstop flights from SNA to TUS jetting off in April. You can find a one-way Alaska Airlines flight for $159 leaving on April 7 2026. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 14 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
Take a nonstop flight with Alaska Airlines and fly straight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SNA to TUS?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from SNA to TUS. Sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
On average, John Wayne Airport (SNA) only has 1 direct flight to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) per day. For more choices, try our easy-to-use filters. Enter your preferred travel dates, then click on "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights offering layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
Flights between SNA and TUS are their busiest at 2 PM. For a more relaxed experience and possibly cheaper tickets, choose a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SNA to TUS?
Travel on a Friday if you're searching for the best selection of flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS).
What is the earliest flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 2:19PM UTC-8, departing from John Wayne Airport (SNA). You'll be traveling for about 1h 24m, arriving at Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) at approximately 4:43PM UTC-7.
How long does it take to fly from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
Flights from SNA to TUS have an average travel time of 1 hour and 24 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 420 mi.
What is the best time to fly from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
To arrive at Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) without delays, choose a flight that leaves from John Wayne Airport (SNA) before 3 PM. The likelihood 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 Tucson from John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) is the only airport in Tucson with direct flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA). Consider the available options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SNA to TUS right before your trip is generally more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SNA to TUS flight and hotel package?
Opting for a SNA to TUS flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip in one place. Choose from our impressive range of stays and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
In most cases, you're able to reschedule or cancel your SNA to TUS flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you need further details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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