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Cheapest round-trip
$291
Typical prices: $312-$445
Southwest
Thu 12/13Mon 12/17
ABQ - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$126
Typical prices: $162-$324
Southwest
Fri 10/5
ABQ - SNA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Albuquerque and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 26% price drop
November
Most popular
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Salt Lake City (SLC)
Cheapest • Avg $250 (round-trip)
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Shortest trip • 3h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Albuquerque to Santa Ana (ABQ-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Albuquerque to Santa Ana

Sun, Dec 13 - Thu, Dec 17
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9:50 am - 2:00 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 10m1 stop Oakland
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9:00 pm - 1:10 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$291Southwest
Sun, Dec 13 - Thu, Dec 17
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5:50 am - 11:30 amABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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9:00 pm - 1:10 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$296Southwest
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:00 am - 8:45 amABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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4:50 pm - 9:10 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$309Southwest
Sat, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 11
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8:31 am - 12:33 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 02m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:31 pm - 12:13 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 42m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$324American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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8:48 am - 11:50 amABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 02m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:45 am - 3:03 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 18m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$324American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
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5:30 am - 9:29 amABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:45 am - 3:08 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 23m1 stop San Francisco
$324United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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8:48 am - 11:50 amABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 02m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:45 am - 3:03 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 18m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$334American Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 9
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 9:29 amABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:15 pm - 10:43 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
$386United Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
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12:36 pm - 10:34 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 58m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:00 am - 5:33 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
9h 33m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$593Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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2:50 pm - 10:29 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 39m2 stops Portland San Francisco
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6:45 am - 3:19 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 34m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$601Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Albuquerque to Santa Ana flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Albuquerque to Santa Ana?

Round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Santa Ana start at $291. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $312 to $445. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $291 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albuquerque to Santa Ana?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albuquerque to Santa Ana, it is 19% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to Santa Ana?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to Santa Ana at $278 round-trip.
  • November ($550) and March ($446) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 97% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Albuquerque to Santa Ana flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$126
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 46% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Albuquerque to Santa Ana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albuquerque to Santa Ana based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Albuquerque to Santa Ana flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Albuquerque to Santa Ana?

    Flights from Albuquerque to Santa Ana usually depart from Albuquerque (ABQ) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Albuquerque to Santa Ana?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Albuquerque to Santa Ana.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Albuquerque to Santa Ana?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $250 round-trip via Salt Lake City (SLC), compared to $650 for nonstop.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Albuquerque to Santa Ana pass through?

    One-stop flights from Albuquerque to Santa Ana most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 85% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Albuquerque to Santa Ana?

    On the Albuquerque to Santa Ana route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 25%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $307 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $406: a $99 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Santa Ana?

    Some of the most popular sights in Santa Ana are Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport, Westfield Mainplace and Santa Ana Zoo. These are among the most viewed places in Santa Ana on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Albuquerque to Santa Ana?

    A nonstop flight from Albuquerque to Santa Ana takes 0h 00m, covering 648 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Albuquerque to Santa Ana?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Albuquerque to Santa Ana changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $291 to $1,368. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Albuquerque to Santa Ana looking right now?

    One-way fares from Albuquerque to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $173, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Albuquerque to Santa Ana?

    Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 54m, compared with 3h 57m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 4h 21m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What is the time difference between Albuquerque and Santa Ana?

    Santa Ana is 1 hour behind Albuquerque (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA)?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $19 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • GREEN MOTION

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Albuquerque to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Santa Ana range from $312 to $445, with an average of $376 over the past 12 months. Anything below $312 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Albuquerque to Santa Ana flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $307 - about $99 less than Friday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Albuquerque to Santa Ana trip for January. Fares historically average $278 round-trip in that month - typically $272 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $250 round-trip on this route - about $400 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport.
    - Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County
    - Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
    - voco Orange County - Airport by IHG

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