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$66 Find Cheap Flights from Austin to Santa Ana

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Cheapest round-trip
$130
Overall average: $397
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AUS - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$427
Typical prices: $547-$863
Southwest
Sat 2/21Wed 2/25
AUS - SNA • Non-stop
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Frontier
Cheapest • from $156 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Austin to Santa Ana (AUS-SNA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Austin to Santa Ana that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Austin to Santa Ana

Sun, Mar 1 - Wed, Mar 4
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$130Multiple Airlines
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16h 52m
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$133Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 4
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$144Multiple Airlines
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$156Frontier
Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 16
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$160Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 1
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$162Frontier
Sat, Feb 28 - Mon, Mar 2
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Tue, Feb 24 - Thu, Feb 26
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$164Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 2
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27h 34m
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26h 03m
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$174Frontier
Sun, Feb 22 - Wed, Feb 25
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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Austin to Santa Ana flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Austin to Santa Ana to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Austin to Santa Ana clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana), you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Austin, you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Thursdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Austin to Santa Ana, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Austin to Santa Ana is September, where tickets cost $309 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $466 and $447 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Austin to Santa Ana?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Austin to Santa Ana, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Austin to Santa Ana, you should book around 7 weeks before departure, which saves you about 22% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonMay
Cheapest flight$66
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
Flight from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana)

When to book flights from Austin to Santa Ana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Austin 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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FAQs for booking flights from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana)

  • Does Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) have any exclusive lounges where I can wait for my flight to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?

    Yes. If you show your United Airlines ticket and pay an entrance fee, you can wait in the exclusive United Club. If you show your American Airlines ticket and pay at the door, you can access the American Airlines Admirals Club. Both United and American offer some of the cheapest tickets from AUS to SNA.

  • Do any cheap airlines offer Unaccompanied Minor service from Austin to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?

    Many airlines do not offer Unaccompanied Minor service on a flight with a connection, but Delta does. But because the AUS-to-SNA flight has one connection, your child must be at least age 8 to fly unaccompanied. At the connection, Unaccompanied Minors can enjoy the Delta Sky Zone, a staffed exclusive lounge designed specifically for them.

  • Which airline offers a sustainable flight from Austin to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, and American all offer cheap flights from AUS to SNA, and all are frequently rated in the Top 10 most sustainable airlines in the world. These airlines are making successful strides toward net zero carbon emissions and they support carbon offsetting projects, such as reforestation around the globe.

  • Does Austin - Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) offer accommodation for passengers with emotional or cognitive challenges?

    Yes. AUS is a member of the Sunflower Hidden Disabilities Program. Before you travel, sign up and you can wear a sunflower lanyard, which will discreetly alert airport staff that you need extra time and assistance negotiating the airport. Trained staff members can assist you with, for example, check-in, going through security, and boarding.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Austin to Santa Ana?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Austin to Santa Ana was $66 for a one-way ticket and $130 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Austin and John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana). However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    Austin airport is called Austin Bergstrom and the only airport in John Wayne (Santa Ana) is Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana) flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    The Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana) flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Austin and John Wayne (Santa Ana), with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    There are nonstop flights from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana) on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Austin to Santa Ana, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Austin to Santa Ana are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $464 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $353 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana).

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to John Wayne (Santa Ana) from Austin is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to John Wayne (Santa Ana) with an airline and back to Austin with another airline. Booking your flights between Austin and SNA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Austin to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to John Wayne (Santa Ana) from Austin up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Austin to Santa Ana

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $372 or less one-way and $487 or less round-trip.
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is it focus city for Southwest Airlines and Delta. The John Wayne Airport (SNA) serves Santa Ana, California and is a hub for Air California. Some of the cheapest airline tickets from AUS to SNA are aboard Southwest and Delta.
  • If you want to secure a rental car when you land at SNA, you can easily access the rental car counters in baggage claim, between the carousels. If you will be driving with children in Santa Ana, remember to reserve an add-on child safety seat. According to California law, children shorter than 4 feet 9 inches or younger than age 8 must be secured in an appropriate child safety seat.
  • If you are looking for a cheap flight from AUS to SNA that allows a lot of luggage, consider purchasing a flight aboard Southwest. Their cheap Wanna Get Away ticket allows one carry-on and two checked bags. The carry-on has no weight restriction but must be within 10 x 16 x 24 inches. Each checked bag must be within 50 lb and 62 inches in total dimensions.
  • Southwest Airlines offers one of the least expensive and most comfortable economy seats from AUS to SNA. Every plane in the southwest fleet is a Boeing 737, and every economy seat on Southwest has 31 inches of seat pitch, which is roomier than comparably-priced tickets that fly the same route.
  • On one-stop flights from AUS to SNS, several airlines make a connection in Dallas (DFW) or Houston (IAH). Other popular connections along this one-stop route include Phoenix, San Francisco, Seattle, Las Vegas, Denver, and Salt Lake City. On two-stop flights, a popular pair of connections is Dallas (DFW) with Phoenix.

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Austin to Santa Ana

 
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3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Jan 2026
SFO - SAN
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3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

Still a fan of open seating. Flight was on schedule and arrived on time. The 737 MAX is very comfortable.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

Connecting flight is on time and boarding was a breeze!

AC sub par. WiFi not working correctly. Ac sucked. Seats very narrow.

I usually get upgraded so my experience is usually amazing. I did not get upgraded this time - which was fine - but the wifi had issues, the monitors were going in & out, & (though not Delta's fault) one of the gentlemen next to me desperately needed a shower.

I really liked the legroom. I am 6’4”.a at For some reason our seats were not together and using the app to fix it didn’t work. Passengers were nice enough to move for us but you should absolutely ensure a parent sits with their child.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They changed planes and the new plane couldn’t carry enough fuel to fly across the country so we had to stop in Kansas City to refuel. Flight was delayed .

Flight was too crowded and seats are too small, especially since passengrs are getting larger. Having a middle seat is ALWAYS tough! Woman on my left was large & kept creeping in to my space. Flight personnel were great! Have more savory rather than sweet snacks please.

The crew took good care of us. The flight from ATL to SFO is a longer one, and there were multiple beverage offerings. I like the 757's that Delta uses. Good airplane that is comfortable. I do wish Delta would separate Priority boarding from the better seats. I would gladly take a smaller seat in an open row than be jammed into Comfort just to get priority boarding, just to make sure I don't have to check a bag.

Gate agent rushed to fill hot jetway with crowd so it took over 12 minutes to go from gate to plane. Just like a discount airline Pooly prepared cabin and third time that claim of rough air prevented any cabin service. Friends on a Southwest flight at similar time had service.

I was uncomfortably cold on the plane. Other than that it was uneventful and therefore as enjoyable as a plane ride can be.

Everything was good until we were boarding our connection flight in Atlanta, we were told to gate check our carry-on, but when we got inside the plane, there was plenty of room in the overhead.

Food was surprisingly good but the WiFi was not great

Amazing I love American. I’ll never fly anyone else if I can help it.

Everything about the flight was lovely. My only suggestion would be to offer a few more options of tv series from Apple TV or HBO.

After the door had been closed, the cockpit makes an announcement that catering is running late and it is not the airline's fault. It is their fault in the sense that we had to sit for 2 hours or more when we could have stayed in the terminal. Poor communications between catering and airline. This caused a young man to lose his temper and he went storming out hitting objects. He had complained to the gate agent that he had already waited at the gate 7 hours and when can the airplane leave? Airilnes do a poor job of explaining delays, maintenance issues, etc. whereas being truthful may gain more sympathy or understanding.

We were told the flight was delayed 5 times, then it was moved to the next day.

The experience with American Airlines was good, although the Philippines Airlines flight was much better (better seats, better food, better entertainment options, overall better). Again, the MIA to LAX flight was fine, but nothing in comparison to the comfort and accommodations of the Philippines Airlines flight from LAX to MNL.

Loved the crew . Absolutely no complaints. Except for luggage lost

Wish some foods provided rather than just biscuit/cookie for flight more than 2 hours

We are too tired and frustrated to comment politely at this point

After we landed we sat on the tarmac for 1.5 hours waiting to get to our gate. Ridiculous.

The flight crew was rude. We were in first class and no one even offered water until an hour after we were in the air. Horrible experience

The flight was delayed by 2 hours and we had no food or water or chargers

Spirit was on time. They maintained updates and information. The crew was friendly and professional. Because this is a budget friendly airline, they have dispensed with a lot of frills and part of that comes with a price, for example, the seats are not quite as comfortable as others. I am ok with a pay for beverage and snack service as I prefer my own anyway so this was not a concern. I thought overall, having a great flight crew and on time service was definitely worth losing some of the frills from other carriers.

Horribly late because they had no crew!!! And then jet bridge didn’t work!! Then we arrived at a gate at lax miles away that we had to take a shuttle to a terminal!! I was over 3 hours late to getting the LA! Should have been here at 8:30 and at an appointment at 10:30 and arrived and left lax at 11 am!! Horrible experience!!!

Once again, the staff seem to think they are above the customers and treat everyone with disdain, belittling people.

Flight was canceled 8 hours before departure for lack of operational control and prepositioning of a plane. Then had the audacity to say it was because of weather, however there was no weather here in California or New Orleans or in between. It was the weather in Florida, Florida it had nothing to do with our flight path just the plane was supposed to fly us. 8 hours is more than enough time to move a plane anywhere in the US. That left me with a bill of 1200 dollars to re book a flight oh and kayaks insurance what a joke. Probably will never use kayak or spirit ever again terrible companies terrible customer service. I’ll also let everyone and anyone know this was an abomination and only for the customer. Also will be making a report to the DOT on bad business practices on behalf of kayak and spirit as well as the BBB. Do better, take care of your customers and don’t suck

The airplane had a strange noise that was constant throughout the flight. Thankfully I had noise-cancelling over-ear headphones that muted much of it.

it was terrible. flight was cancelled hours before the flight without a given reason and no other booking available .

I'd have like to check my bag and not toss my hair products.sears are very uncomfortable. And that even water isn't free really sucks. The ticket was almost $400

The plane was freezing and everyone had on their winter coats. I pulled out my sweaters out of my carryon to cover myself and put on an extra pair of socks. They offered NO FREE drinks or snacks on a 6 hour flight. The seats don’t have plugs or charges or any form of entertainment- so I just played my one downloaded game on my phone because I couldn’t sleep because I was too cold. Miserable flight though we landed safely.

Always comes in handy when I want a quick weekend getaway.

Very well recently! Frontier is improving and less harrassing customer on luggages! Positive!

Terrible. The canceled my entire flight when I requested a refund for a trip frontier canceled trip one way.

i was unable to check in the flight. refund requested

I think Frontier was very good at communication. Their app worked very well. Loading was great and the flight was nice and easy.

Great for the price. No wifi or entertainment, but gate agents and crew were fantastic and we boarded quickly and left on time.

Decent clean onboard experience. Okay discount airline experience. Unfortunately, any customer service interactions are difficult and unhelpful. There is no service. Also, a premium seat only gets you premium boarding if you line up first. Once they start general boarding you must go to the back of the line. Not very premium

The crew was mostly okay. The flight attendant who answered our questions was curt and unhelpful unfortunately. He seemed upset and I understand having off days.

We were delayed three times ,and that destroyed my plans, and reservations

Very bad! No good service delayed my second connection flight

They canceled flight. Hard to believe there was even a plane incoming for us to get on

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