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Cheapest round-trip
$98
Typical prices: $162-$389
Frontier
Sat 11/24Fri 12/7
SLC - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$379
Typical prices: $160-$417
Delta
Wed 12/19Sun 1/7
SLC - SNA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 2h 04m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 31% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $240 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana (SLC-SNA)

 

Cheap flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 7
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9:56 pm - 5:59 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
21h 03m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:21 pm - 8:45 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SLC Salt Lake City
5h 24m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$98Frontier
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 7
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9:56 pm - 5:59 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
21h 03m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:21 pm - 8:45 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SLC Salt Lake City
5h 24m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$102Frontier
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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9:28 am - 7:11 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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4:01 pm - 12:16 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SLC Salt Lake City
19h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$107Frontier
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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9:28 am - 7:11 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:30 am - 12:16 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SLC Salt Lake City
27h 46m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$168Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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2:07 pm - 5:40 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:30 am - 1:12 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SLC Salt Lake City
4h 42m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$170Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:28 am - 7:11 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 12:16 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SLC Salt Lake City
27h 46m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$210Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 13
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3:10 pm - 7:45 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 35m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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2:00 pm - 7:00 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SLC Salt Lake City
4h 00m1 stop Oakland
$243Southwest
Tue, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 13
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12:35 pm - 8:50 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 15m2 stops Denver Intl San Jose
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2:00 pm - 7:00 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SLC Salt Lake City
4h 00m1 stop Oakland
$248Southwest
Sat, Dec 19 - Thu, Jan 7
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8:59 pm - 10:05 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
2h 06mnonstop
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5:05 pm - 7:58 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 53mnonstop
$379Delta
Sun, Mar 21 - Sun, Mar 28
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8:10 am - 9:15 amSLC  Salt Lake City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
2h 05mnonstop
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7:05 pm - 10:00 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 55mnonstop
$379Delta

Price, demand and travel trends for Salt Lake City to Santa Ana flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana?

Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana typically range from $162 to $389. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $98, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana. It’s 23% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana at $174 round-trip.
•September ($439) and May ($408) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 152% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana the cheapest?

Flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice for your flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana

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

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SLC

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for Salt Lake City to Santa Ana flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$73
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 93% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana

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Your Salt Lake City to Santa Ana flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:49 am and lands at 9:53 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:14 pm and lands at 11:18 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 04m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana?

    A nonstop flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana takes 2h 04m, covering 588 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana range from $162 to $389, with an average of $254 over the past 12 months. Anything below $162 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Salt Lake City to Santa Ana flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 32% above the $254 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $240 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $260 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 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 Salt Lake City to Santa Ana?

    The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Breeze Airways and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Salt Lake City to Santa Ana flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 20%.

  • Have flight prices from Salt Lake City 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 $107 to $959. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Salt Lake City to Santa Ana flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Salt Lake City to Santa Ana route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana looking right now?

    One-way fares from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $119, which is 49% 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 starting from around $20 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana?

    Flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana usually depart from Salt Lake City (SLC) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana pass through?

    One-stop flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana most commonly connect through:

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $196 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $309, a difference of $113.

    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 airlines fly from Salt Lake City to Santa Ana?

    Only Delta operates flights between Salt Lake City and Santa Ana.

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

    Flying via San Jose (SJC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 53m, compared with 4h 13m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 4h 14m via Sacramento Intl (SMF).

  • What is the time difference between Salt Lake City and Santa Ana?

    Santa Ana is 1 hour behind Salt Lake City (Pacific Time vs Mountain 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.

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

    Among airlines operating Salt Lake City to Santa Ana flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Salt Lake City to Santa Ana flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Which is the best mode of transport to use in Salt Lake City?

    If you are taking a flight at SLC, the best mode of transport you could use is the TRAX Light Rail. The train takes you from Downtown Salt Lake City to the airport in 20min time. For those taking their flights from OGD, the best mode of transport is by bus, operating from Ogden to the airport in less than 30 minutes.

  • Is there a Spa featured in SNA?

    The short answer is Yes, there is a spa in SNA. You can have services like pedicures, manicures, facials and deep massages at the XpresSpa. The spa is located at Terminal B, Gate 10, on the Airside.

  • Are there facilities for people with limited mobility in Salt Lake City?

    Both SLC and ODG offer services and assistance for people with special needs. They offer assistance to wheelchair-accessible shuttles, washrooms, and lots also, and there is public transportation for passengers with disabilities. If you require these services, you are asked to make a request with the airport prior to your flight date. This means you should make a request at least 1-week before.

  • Where can I get information at SNA?

    If you need assistance or clarification about something, the airport features information desks where you can ask for help. Locations for information desks are in the baggage claim area across carousels 2 and 3. You can also get help from the airport ambassadors in red vests found around the airport.

Your guide to booking Salt Lake City 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $196, about $113 less than Wednesday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Salt Lake City to Santa Ana trip for February. Fares historically average $174 round-trip in that month - typically $265 less than the most expensive month, which is September (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 $240 round-trip on this route - about $20 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
    • voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
    • Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
  • If you wish to leave your vehicle while flying out from Salt Lake City, both Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) and Ogden-Hinckley Airport (OGD) offer splendid parking services. Both airports offer onsite and offsite parking to choose from, depending on your preferences. Although, parking onsite will cost you much more than offsite parking.
  • It is unlikely to find nonstop or direct flights operating from Salt Lake City to John Wayne. However, you can fly with carriers offering single layover flight options, such as American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. These airlines usually have layovers at SEA or LAS airports. Alternatively, if you are flying on a limited budget you should fly with United and Delta Airlines which offers multiple connecting flight services.
  • If you are arriving at SNA on an empty stomach, there are several dining options to choose from. The airport has at least 22 food and beverage concessions both on the landside and the airside. Also, most dining areas operate on a schedule, giving you access around the clock.
  • Salt Lake City airports require passengers to arrive at least 2 hours prior to departure time for domestic flights and 3 hours for international flights. This way, you have ample time to go through the security checkpoint and find your assigned gate as you wait to get to the plane.
  • Car rental companies can be found at SNA for those arriving and wishing to book a car to get around John Wayne. The car rental agencies that you can find at the airport are Alamo, Avis, Budget and Hertz. You can find these car rental services between Terminals A and B at the Lower Level of Arrivals.

Prefer to fly direct from Salt Lake City to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Salt Lake City Airport to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Salt Lake City to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Salt Lake City

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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