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Cheapest round-trip
$766
Typical prices: $478-$743
American Airlines
Sat 12/8Mon 12/10
RST - SNA • 1 stop
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 36% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $505 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 7h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rochester to Santa Ana (RST-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rochester to Santa Ana

Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 9:24 pmRST  Rochester-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
3:23 pm - 11:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RST Rochester
6h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$766American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
7:02 am - 3:42 pmRST  Rochester-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 11:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RST Rochester
9h 19m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$777American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
Delta Logo
4:24 pm - 9:04 pmRST  Rochester-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 40m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
9:53 am - 10:51 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RST Rochester
10h 58m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
$890Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
4:27 pm - 10:45 amRST  Rochester-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
20h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 12:07 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RST Rochester
13h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,007American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 3:44 pmRST  Rochester-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 36m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 12:07 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RST Rochester
6h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,046American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
Delta Logo
4:24 pm - 9:04 pmRST  Rochester-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 40m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 3:43 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RST Rochester
5h 43m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$1,081Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
1:02 pm - 10:29 pmRST  Rochester-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 27m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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8:45 am - 12:07 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RST Rochester
13h 22m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,137American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rochester to Santa Ana flights

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

Round-trip flights from Rochester to Santa Ana start at $766. Prices are above average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $478 to $743. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $766 on American Airlines.

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Key details for Rochester to Santa Ana flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$383
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Rochester to Santa Ana

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

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

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Rochester to Santa Ana.

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

    Connecting flights from Rochester to Santa Ana most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 31% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 40% on the Rochester to Santa Ana route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $478 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $793, a difference of $315. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 Rochester to Santa Ana?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Rochester to Santa Ana. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 42m and 7h 38m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Rochester 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 Rochester to Santa Ana changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $766 to $1,137. That means the highest observed fare was about 48% higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 42m, compared with 7h 38m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Santa Ana is 2 hours behind Rochester (Pacific Time vs Central 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 Rochester to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Rochester to Santa Ana range from $478 to $743, with an average of $543 over the past 12 months. Anything below $478 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Rochester 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 Friday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average $478 - about $315 less than Saturday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rochester to Santa Ana trip for January. Fares historically average $348 round-trip in that month - typically $458 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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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