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Cheapest round-trip
$294
Typical prices: $388-$539
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Wed 11/14Sun 11/18
DAL - SNA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$147
Typical prices: $235-$336
Southwest
Fri 2/23
DAL - SNA • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 3h 17m
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $472 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Love Field to Santa Ana (DAL-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Love Field to Santa Ana

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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5:05 pm - 6:20 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 15mnonstop
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7:45 am - 12:45 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAL Dallas Love Field
3h 00mnonstop
$294Southwest
Thu, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 3
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12:15 pm - 2:55 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:55 am - 3:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAL Dallas Love Field
2h 55mnonstop
$299Southwest
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:00 am - 9:20 amDAL  Dallas Love Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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1:55 pm - 6:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAL Dallas Love Field
2h 55mnonstop
$304Southwest
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:00 am - 9:25 amDAL  Dallas Love Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 25m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:45 am - 12:45 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAL Dallas Love Field
3h 00mnonstop
$304Southwest
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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8:00 am - 1:10 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:45 am - 12:45 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAL Dallas Love Field
3h 00mnonstop
$304Southwest
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23
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8:00 am - 9:20 amDAL  Dallas Love Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 20mnonstop
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9:05 pm - 6:00 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAL Dallas Love Field
6h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$304Southwest
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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5:05 pm - 6:20 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 15mnonstop
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6:45 am - 3:20 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAL Dallas Love Field
6h 35m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Tucson
$309Southwest
Thu, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 3
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12:15 pm - 2:55 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:30 am - 4:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAL Dallas Love Field
7h 20m1 stop Sacramento Intl
$309Southwest
Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 24
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3:59 pm - 10:12 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:45 am - 6:05 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAL Dallas Love Field
9h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$628Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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6:30 am - 12:44 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:45 am - 6:05 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAL Dallas Love Field
9h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$729Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana?

Round-trip flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana typically range from $388 to $539. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $294, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana at $360 round-trip.
•October ($571) and May ($563) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 58% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$147
Beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 26% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Love Field to Santa Ana

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Your Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:00 am and lands at 11:17 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:50 pm and lands at 12:07 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 17m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana.

  • How long is a flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana?

    A nonstop flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana takes 3h 17m, covering 1,213 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dallas Love Field Airport 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana range from $388 to $539, with an average of $454 over the past 12 months. Anything below $388 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $472 round-trip via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX), compared to $509 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Dallas Love Field Airport 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 $294 to $1,864. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $150, which is 48% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 $20 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana?

    Flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana usually depart from Dallas Love Field (DAL) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 85% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $396 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $525, a difference of $129.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Dallas Love Field Airport and Santa Ana.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 12m, compared with 5h 19m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 6h 02m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Dallas Love Field Airport and Santa Ana?

    Santa Ana is 2 hours behind Dallas Love Field Airport (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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, Santa Ana Zoo and Old Orange County Courthouse. These are among the most viewed places in Santa Ana on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana flights?

    Among airlines operating Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $396, about $129 less than Thursday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dallas Love Field Airport to Santa Ana trip for September. Fares historically average $360 round-trip in that month - typically $211 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $472 round-trip on this route - about $37 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
    • voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
    • Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton

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