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Cheapest round-trip
$275
Typical prices: $459-$638
Breeze Airways
Sat 12/8Fri 1/5
RIC - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$106
Typical prices: $228-$428
Breeze Airways
Sat 12/8
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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May
Cheapest • 18% price drop
March
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $348 (round-trip)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 7h 44m (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, Dec 8 - Tue, Jan 5
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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
$275Breeze Airways
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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7:05 am - 2:04 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:47 am - 10:41 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$319American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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8:05 am - 3:17 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 12m1 stop Newark
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11:20 am - 10:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 39m1 stop Denver Intl
$319United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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12:25 pm - 6:52 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 10:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
$319United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 12:30 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 11:01 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
10h 06m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$324American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Jan 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
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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9:58 am - 8:13 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
43h 15m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Tampa
$344Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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6:05 am - 2:00 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 55m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl
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7:40 pm - 10:50 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
12h 10m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Baltimore/Washington
$355Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:05 am - 2:00 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 55m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl
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8:35 am - 7:15 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Nashville Intl
$382Southwest
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:58 am - 3:18 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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4:01 pm - 7:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
24h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$406Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
Breeze Airways Logo
9:26 pm - 3:18 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
20h 52m3 stops Charleston Akron/Canton 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
$937Breeze Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Santa Ana flights

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Santa Ana typically range from $459 to $638. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $275, on Breeze Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond 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 Richmond to Santa Ana. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Santa Ana at $431 round-trip.
•October ($887) and August ($646) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 105% 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

$106
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Richmond to Santa Ana

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

  • 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

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

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to Santa Ana takes 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 much should I expect to pay for a Richmond to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Santa Ana range from $459 to $638, with an average of $524 over the past 12 months. Anything below $459 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $177, 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 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).

  • 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) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Richmond to Santa Ana. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $468 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $637, a difference of $169.

    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 Richmond to Santa Ana?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 32m, compared with 7h 44m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 7h 46m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • 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 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 Richmond 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 Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $468, about $169 less than Sunday fares (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 $456 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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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