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Cheapest round-trip
$295
Typical prices: $454-$637
Breeze Airways
Fri 1/12Fri 1/19
RIC - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$134
Typical prices: $218-$404
Breeze Airways
Sat 9/29
RIC - SNA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 18% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $387 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 7h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Santa Ana (RIC-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Santa Ana

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
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8:58 am - 3:03 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:30 am - 7:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$295Breeze Airways
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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7:47 am - 3:39 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 52m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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11:35 am - 10:03 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$310American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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7:47 am - 3:39 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 52m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:45 am - 7:27 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 42m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$315American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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6:00 am - 10:26 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 26m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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12:25 pm - 11:33 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 08m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$407Delta
Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29
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5:05 am - 11:38 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:45 am - 4:48 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$411Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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9:41 am - 7:08 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
12h 27m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:29 pm - 9:21 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
29h 52m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
$442Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 11:37 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:09 pm - 10:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
$447United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 26
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6:00 am - 1:51 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 51m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:50 am - 6:48 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
$447United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
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8:58 am - 8:26 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
14h 28m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:30 am - 7:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$464Breeze Airways
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:41 am - 7:11 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
12h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:55 pm - 7:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
24h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$490Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Santa Ana flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Santa Ana start at $295. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $454 to $637. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $295 on Breeze Airways.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Santa Ana, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 20% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • May and November are the cheapest months to fly from Richmond to Santa Ana at $431 round-trip.
  • August ($646) and July ($634) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Richmond to Santa Ana flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$134
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Richmond to Santa Ana

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

    Flights from Richmond to Santa Ana usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 12% 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 Richmond to Santa Ana?

    On the Richmond to Santa Ana route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 27%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $468 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $637: a $169 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, Westfield Mainplace and Santa Ana Zoo. These are among the most viewed places in Santa Ana on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to Santa Ana takes 0h 00m, covering 2,274 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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 Richmond to Santa Ana looking right now?

    One-way fares from Richmond to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $218, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 33m, compared with 7h 38m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 44m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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

    Santa Ana is 3 hours behind Richmond (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 Richmond to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Santa Ana range from $454 to $637, with an average of $527 over the past 12 months. Anything below $454 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Richmond 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 $468 - about $169 less than Sunday (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Santa Ana trip for May. Fares historically average $431 round-trip in that month - typically $215 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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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