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Cheapest round-trip
$264
Typical prices: $259-$430
Frontier
Mon 10/22Thu 10/25
PDX - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$267
Typical prices: $262-$436
Alaska Airlines
Sat 11/3Wed 11/7
PDX - SNA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines. Average duration is 2h 36m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 54% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $225 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Santa Ana (PDX-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Santa Ana

Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 25
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12:25 pm - 7:14 pmPDX  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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4:08 pm - 11:40 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PDX Portland
19h 32m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$264Frontier
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
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12:39 pm - 5:15 pmPDX  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 36m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:50 am - 11:43 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PDX Portland
23h 53m1 stop Denver Intl
$264Frontier
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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2:33 pm - 5:05 pmPDX  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
2h 32mnonstop
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2:16 pm - 4:43 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PDX Portland
2h 27mnonstop
$267Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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2:45 pm - 5:18 pmPDX  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
2h 33mnonstop
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2:13 pm - 4:38 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PDX Portland
2h 25mnonstop
$267Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
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7:50 am - 11:35 amPDX  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 45m1 stop San Jose
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4:25 pm - 9:05 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PDX Portland
4h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$268Southwest
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:50 am - 11:35 amPDX  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 45m1 stop San Jose
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4:25 pm - 9:05 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PDX Portland
4h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$268Southwest
Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 2
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5:15 am - 1:14 pmPDX  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:28 pm - 12:54 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PDX Portland
6h 26m1 stop San Francisco
$272United Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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9:25 am - 8:51 amPDX  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
23h 26m1 stop Provo
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11:38 am - 11:07 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PDX Portland
23h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
$274Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 17
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12:11 pm - 7:14 pmPDX  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 03m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:17 am - 1:32 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PDX Portland
4h 15m1 stop San Francisco
$276Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 2:14 pmPDX  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 14m1 stop San Francisco
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11:10 am - 6:09 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PDX Portland
6h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
$277United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Santa Ana flights

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

Round-trip flights from Portland to Santa Ana start at $264. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $259 to $430. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $264 on Frontier.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Santa Ana, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Santa Ana at $244 round-trip.
  • March ($402) and June ($355) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Portland to Santa Ana the cheapest?

Flights from Portland to Santa Ana are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 54% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Portland to Santa Ana

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on PDX

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Esther Carlstone

Esther Carlstone

Expert on SNA

Esther Carlstone is a travel and food writer based in Los Angeles. Her work has appeared in publications such as Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet, Forbes, Tripadvisor, Insider, and more.

Key details for Portland to Santa Ana flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$113
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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Your Portland to Santa Ana flight questions, answered

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

  • Where can I shop at the PDX airport?

    Pendleton has got you covered with wool apparels and blankets, don’t forget to check out their woven beach towels too. This is located at the entrance of terminal A, B and C. If you are a book lover then Powell is located adjacent to Terminal A, B and C. Nike and Columbia Sportswear are also located in the same area. Other stores that may interest you include Kiehl’s (south lobby post security), The Real Mother Goose (Oregon Market) etc.

  • Can I find parking services at the Portland International AIrport?

    Yes. The airport offers parking services to passengers who access the airport via personal cars. The parking options include long term parking and short term garages which are offered on the airport’s parking lot. The airport also offers valet parking and marked handicap accessible parking spaces.

  • Does SNA Airport offer accessible services to the disabled?

    The John Wayne Airport Helping Hands team provides services at no charge and is available every day from 6 am to 11 pm. There are wide parking lots which are easily accessible at the airport. Vans which are accessible by wheelchairs are also offered by shuttle and taxi companies. For quicker van service, booking prior to airport arrival is recommended. Rest rooms, water refill stations and drinking fountains are all accessible and are adjacent to the restrooms in the various terminals.

  • What mode of transport is available from SNA Airport?

    Several bus and train routes service the airport. Shuttle services are also available but booking has to made 24h in advance. Taxis are also located in the Ground Transportation Centre and in Terminal C. App-based rides like Uber also offer drop off and pick up services.

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

    Among airlines operating Portland to Santa Ana flights:

    • Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Portland to Santa Ana?

    Only Alaska Airlines operates flights between Portland and Santa Ana.

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

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

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

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

    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: 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 Portland to Santa Ana?

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $225 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $333 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$40 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 Portland to Santa Ana?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 variants.

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

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

    • Sacramento Intl (SMF) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • San Jose (SJC) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Sacramento Intl (SMF) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Portland to Santa Ana route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 13%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $317 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $362: a $45 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Portland to Santa Ana flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 40%, afternoon flights for 20%, and night 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.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 9:36 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:02 pm and lands at 10:38 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 36m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 80% above the route average of $330. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Portland to Santa Ana takes 2h 36m, covering 860 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Portland 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.

  • Have flight prices from Portland 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 $264 to $2,159. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Portland to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $133, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Sacramento Intl (SMF) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 11m, compared with 4h 18m via San Jose (SJC) and 4h 46m via Oakland (OAK).

  • 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 Portland to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Portland to Santa Ana range from $259 to $430, with an average of $330 over the past 12 months. Anything below $259 counts as a good deal.

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

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

Your guide to booking Portland 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 $317 - about $45 less than Sunday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 54% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Santa Ana trip for January. Fares historically average $244 round-trip in that month - typically $158 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 Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $225 round-trip on this route - about $108 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
    - Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
    - voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
  • The Portland International Airport (PDX) is located in the south of Multnomah County in Portland City. A drive from downtown Portland to the airport takes between 20min to 70min. You can also opt for the MAX light rail Red line which is much faster as it takes about 38min between the airport and downtown, with the first train arriving at PDX at 4:45 am. Another means of travel to the PDX airport is by taxi cabs. You can always order through the main operators or from a hotel.
  • The PDX airport has many lounges including four Priority Pass locations. As a traveller on economy class at the airport you will have access of the Priority Pass locations as long as you purchase a day pass, pay at the door or purchase an annual membership. The Alaska Airlines lounge at Concourse C, Delta Air lines Sky Club at Concourse D, United Airlines in Concourse E and USO Northwest -Portland Center lounges are available.
  • Animals such as those for comfort or emotional support are allowed at the PDX airport on condition that they be accompanied by their owners and or be kept in pet carriers except when making use of the relief area. Service dogs are allowed at the airport. The general rule is that all animals must be under control all the time.
  • For nursing mothers, once you land at the John Wayne Airport (SNA) you can go to rooms across from Gate C16 which provides the right environment while nursing your baby. The room has a comfy chair to sit, a sink, ample space and is pristine.
  • If you are travelling with kids to John Wayne Airport (SNA), then make a point to visit the children’s Wish lounge located at Terminal B, post security adjacent to Gates 11 and 12. While here, they can play games, color, take selfies with the Ted-E-Bear and read books.

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Portland to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Monday

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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 Portland

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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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