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Cheapest round-trip
$311
Typical prices: $398-$598
Frontier
Mon 10/29Thu 11/1
MSY - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$120
Typical prices: $208-$393
Frontier
Tue 12/11
MSY - SNA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 30% price drop
August
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $417 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Santa Ana (MSY-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Santa Ana

Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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10:45 am - 10:46 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
26h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:51 pm - 4:13 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
19h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$311Frontier
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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6:22 pm - 7:11 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
26h 49m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:51 pm - 4:13 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
19h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$317Frontier
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
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6:34 pm - 5:40 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
25h 06m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:50 pm - 4:13 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
19h 23m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$327Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:00 am - 1:51 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 51m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:09 pm - 9:32 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
$411United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28
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5:00 am - 2:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 59m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
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1:09 pm - 9:32 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
$416United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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8:55 am - 2:45 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 50m2 stops Houston Hobby Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:45 am - 4:15 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 30m2 stops Denver Intl San Antonio
$423Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:41 am - 11:00 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 19m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:26 pm - 11:27 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$425American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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9:46 am - 1:45 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:35 pm - 11:27 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$437American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 10:30 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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4:35 pm - 12:25 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$437Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Nov 28
United Airlines Logo
5:26 pm - 9:50 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 24m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:36 pm - 6:09 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 33m1 stop San Francisco
$517United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Santa Ana flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from New Orleans to Santa Ana with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Santa Ana start at $311. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $398 to $598. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $311 on Frontier.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Santa Ana, it is 22% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 21% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Santa Ana?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Santa Ana at $357 round-trip.
•May ($650) and January ($641) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for New Orleans to Santa Ana flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$120
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flight from New Orleans to Santa Ana

When to book flights from New Orleans to Santa Ana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Santa Ana?

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

  • How long is a flight from New Orleans to Santa Ana?

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Santa Ana takes 0h 00m, covering 1,635 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Santa Ana range from $398 to $598, with an average of $510 over the past 12 months. Anything below $398 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from New Orleans 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 $311 to $1,975. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New Orleans to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $191, which is 36% 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 $19 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • GREEN MOTION

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

    Flights from New Orleans to Santa Ana usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 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 New Orleans to Santa Ana?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 35% on the New Orleans to Santa Ana route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $402 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $618, a difference of $216. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 42m, compared with 6h 01m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 6h 09m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between New Orleans and Santa Ana?

    Santa Ana is 2 hours behind New Orleans (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 New Orleans 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 Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $402 - about $216 less than Friday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Santa Ana trip for February. Fares historically average $357 round-trip in that month - typically $293 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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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