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Cheapest round-trip
$341
Typical prices: $346-$595
American Airlines
Fri 1/5Tue 1/9
MFE - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$160
Typical prices: $187-$299
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/25
MFE - SNA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between McAllen and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 26% price drop
July
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $389 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 6h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from McAllen to Santa Ana (MFE-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from McAllen to Santa Ana

Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
5:57 am - 9:05 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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4:56 pm - 11:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 03m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$341American Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Fri, Oct 9
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9:59 pm - 3:03 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
19h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 9:41 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
12h 11m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$344Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
5:57 am - 9:05 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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4:56 pm - 11:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 03m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$350American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:04 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 04m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:37 pm - 12:15 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$350American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:11 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 11m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 8:54 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
10h 54m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
$355United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:04 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 04m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:32 pm - 11:48 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$359American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:04 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 04m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:32 pm - 11:48 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$359American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
5:57 am - 9:05 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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4:56 pm - 11:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 03m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$397American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
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6:00 am - 9:05 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:45 am - 5:31 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
8h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$429American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:02 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 02m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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8:00 pm - 8:53 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
10h 53m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
$434United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for McAllen to Santa Ana flights

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

Round-trip flights from McAllen to Santa Ana start at $341. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $346 to $595. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $341 on American Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from McAllen to Santa Ana, it is 23% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 126% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for McAllen to Santa Ana flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$160
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 51% increase in price.
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When to book flights from McAllen to Santa Ana

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

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from McAllen to Santa Ana:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from McAllen to Santa Ana takes 0h 00m, covering 1,281 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from McAllen to Santa Ana range from $346 to $595, with an average of $383 over the past 12 months. Anything below $346 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from McAllen 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 $341 to $2,809. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from McAllen to Santa Ana are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $302, which is 12% above 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 $19 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • GREEN MOTION

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

    Flights from McAllen to Santa Ana usually depart from McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the McAllen to Santa Ana route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 66%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $298 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $869: a $571 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 04m, compared with 6h 18m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 9h 15m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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

    Santa Ana is 2 hours behind McAllen (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.

Your guide to booking McAllen 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 Sunday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $298 - about $571 less than Thursday (66% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your McAllen to Santa Ana trip for April. Fares historically average $282 round-trip in that month - typically $468 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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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