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Cheapest round-trip
$272
Typical prices: $466-$722
American Airlines
Tue 1/9Sat 1/13
PWM - SNA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$139
Typical prices: $254-$443
Southwest
Sun 12/2
PWM - SNA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Portland and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 33% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg $454 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Santa Ana (PWM-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Santa Ana

Sat, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 13
American Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 3:49 pmPWM  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 39m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:45 am - 9:36 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PWM Portland
10h 51m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$272American Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
United Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 5:31 pmPWM  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 08m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
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9:04 pm - 8:19 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PWM Portland
8h 15m1 stop Newark
$272United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 13
American Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 3:49 pmPWM  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 39m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:45 am - 9:36 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PWM Portland
11h 51m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$277American Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
American Airlines Logo
10:59 am - 10:45 pmPWM  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
14h 46m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:33 pm - 10:16 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PWM Portland
14h 43m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Philadelphia
$277American Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:57 pmPWM  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
14h 57m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:33 pm - 10:16 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PWM Portland
14h 43m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Philadelphia
$277American Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
United Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 5:31 pmPWM  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 08m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
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9:04 pm - 8:19 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PWM Portland
8h 15m1 stop Newark
$332United Airlines
Mon, Jan 11 - Fri, Jan 15
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:56 pmPWM  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:05 pm - 11:53 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PWM Portland
13h 48m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$352Delta
Mon, Jan 11 - Fri, Jan 15
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12:50 pm - 10:00 pmPWM  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
12h 10m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
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7:05 pm - 11:53 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PWM Portland
13h 48m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$357Delta
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
United Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 10:30 pmPWM  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:04 pm - 8:19 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PWM Portland
8h 15m1 stop Newark
$360United Airlines
Mon, Jan 11 - Fri, Jan 15
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:56 pmPWM  Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:05 pm - 11:53 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PWM Portland
13h 48m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$381Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Santa Ana flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Portland to Santa Ana start at $272. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $466 to $722. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $272 on American Airlines.

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 18% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 76% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Portland to Santa Ana flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$139
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Portland to Santa Ana

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

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

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

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 54%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $478 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,021: a $543 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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.

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

    A nonstop flight from Portland to Santa Ana takes 0h 00m, covering 2,617 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.

  • 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 $245, which is 30% 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 Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 57m, compared with 8h 51m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 54m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Santa Ana is 3 hours behind Portland (Pacific Time vs Eastern 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 Portland to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Portland to Santa Ana range from $466 to $722, with an average of $580 over the past 12 months. Anything below $466 counts as a good deal.

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 $478 - about $543 less than Sunday (53% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Santa Ana trip for January. Fares historically average $387 round-trip in that month - typically $634 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.
    - Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County
    - Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
    - voco Orange County - Airport by IHG

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