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Cheapest round-trip
$291
Typical prices: $309-$503
Frontier
Fri 9/14Mon 9/24
IAH - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$319
Typical prices: $328-$535
United Airlines
Sun 9/9Thu 9/13
IAH - SNA • Non-stop
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Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 3h 38m
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HOU - SNA
Cheapest • 6% average savings
IAH - SNA
Most popular
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 18% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $192 (round-trip)
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Shortest trip • 5h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Santa Ana

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Houston to Santa Ana

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 24
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6:25 am - 11:05 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:30 am - 4:47 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 17m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$291Frontier
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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1:14 pm - 5:35 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 21m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:27 pm - 9:35 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$291Frontier
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 7
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9:59 pm - 5:40 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
21h 41m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:29 pm - 10:40 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
20h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
$297Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16
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10:14 pm - 8:24 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
12h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:30 am - 6:25 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
8h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$304Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 13
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7:58 pm - 9:35 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 37mnonstop
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8:13 am - 1:32 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 19mnonstop
$319United Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
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12:24 pm - 2:02 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 38mnonstop
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12:06 pm - 5:25 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 19mnonstop
$319United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
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8:20 am - 2:35 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 15m1 stop Sacramento Intl
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6:45 am - 1:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$334Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:05 pm - 9:50 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:45 am - 1:40 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 55m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$334Southwest
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
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6:00 am - 9:45 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:35 am - 7:13 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 12
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2:09 pm - 5:29 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:45 am - 3:25 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston to Santa Ana flights

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

Round-trip flights from Houston to Santa Ana start at $291. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $309 to $503. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $291 on Frontier.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Santa Ana, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 22% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Santa Ana at $319 round-trip.
  • August ($429) and March ($429) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 34% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Houston to Santa Ana the cheapest?

Flights from Houston to Santa Ana are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Houston to Santa Ana flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$75
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
Flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Houston to Santa Ana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Houston 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 Houston to Santa Ana flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Houston to Santa Ana flights?

    Among airlines operating Houston to Santa Ana flights:

    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Houston to Santa Ana?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Houston and Santa Ana.

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

    Flights from Houston to Santa Ana may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH). Flights usually arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Houston to Santa Ana flights?

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

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Houston to Santa Ana:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $192 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $408 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Houston to Santa Ana?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 15% 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 Houston to Santa Ana?

    On the Houston to Santa Ana route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 28%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $350 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $480: a $130 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Houston to Santa Ana spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston to Santa Ana flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • 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 Houston to Santa Ana?

    A nonstop flight from Houston to Santa Ana takes 3h 38m, covering 1,346 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Houston to Santa Ana?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston to Santa Ana:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:30 am and lands at 1:08 pm
    • Latest: departs at 8:15 pm and lands at 11:53 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 38m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Houston to Santa Ana flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 28% above the route average of $391. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston 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 are flight prices from Houston to Santa Ana looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $142, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 03m, compared with 5h 34m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 40m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

    Santa Ana is 2 hours behind Houston (Pacific Time vs Central 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 Houston to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston to Santa Ana range from $309 to $503, with an average of $391 over the past 12 months. Anything below $309 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Houston to Santa Ana flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Houston to Santa Ana route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Houston 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 Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $350 - about $130 less than Sunday (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston to Santa Ana trip for November. Fares historically average $319 round-trip in that month - typically $110 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $192 round-trip on this route - about $216 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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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Houston

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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