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Cheapest round-trip
$261
Typical prices: $356-$533
Frontier
Wed 11/21Sat 11/24
PHL - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$120
Typical prices: $195-$350
Frontier
Tue 11/20
PHL - SNA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Philadelphia and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 60% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 16% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $240 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 7h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Santa Ana (PHL-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Philadelphia to Santa Ana

Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 24
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8:38 pm - 10:57 amPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
17h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:12 pm - 6:01 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
12h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$261Frontier
Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 24
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8:38 pm - 10:57 amPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
17h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:12 pm - 6:01 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
12h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$261Frontier
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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8:38 pm - 10:57 amPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
17h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:30 am - 1:07 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
26h 37m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$313Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Sat, Dec 19
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6:11 pm - 10:17 amPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
19h 06m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:54 pm - 5:11 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
11h 17m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$316Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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5:49 am - 10:48 amPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:10 pm - 12:13 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
9h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$321American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 19
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3:00 pm - 8:55 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 55m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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5:17 pm - 5:55 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
9h 38m1 stop Salt Lake City
$321Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
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5:34 am - 12:51 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 17m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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8:00 am - 6:19 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
7h 19m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$321Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:00 am - 2:14 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 14m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco
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11:34 am - 10:56 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
8h 22m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$326United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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6:00 am - 2:14 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 14m1 stop San Francisco
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8:55 am - 7:31 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
7h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
$352United Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Jan 18
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6:10 am - 11:47 amPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 37m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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9:35 am - 9:06 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
8h 31m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$355American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Philadelphia to Santa Ana flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Santa Ana typically range from $356 to $533. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $261, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Santa Ana. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Santa Ana?

•October and November are the cheapest months to fly from Philadelphia to Santa Ana at $368 round-trip.
•March ($535) and December ($506) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Philadelphia to Santa Ana the cheapest?

Flights from Philadelphia to Santa Ana are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 60% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Philadelphia to Santa Ana flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$120
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 50% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Philadelphia to Santa Ana

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

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Santa Ana takes 00m, covering 2,373 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Santa Ana range from $356 to $533, with an average of $437 over the past 12 months. Anything below $356 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 65% above the $437 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Philadelphia to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $158, which is 40% 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 averaging $58 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Philadelphia to Santa Ana usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 73% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Philadelphia to Santa Ana. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $378 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $535, a difference of $157.

    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 Philadelphia to Santa Ana?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 34m, compared with 7h 35m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 7h 40m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

    Santa Ana is 3 hours behind Philadelphia (Pacific Time vs Eastern 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 Philadelphia 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $378, about $157 less than Monday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 60% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Philadelphia to Santa Ana trip for October. Fares historically average $368 round-trip in that month - typically $167 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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.

    • voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
    • Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
    • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

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