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Cheapest round-trip
$207
Typical prices: $334-$578
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/7Thu 1/11
SNA - YYC • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$320
Typical prices: $328-$566
WestJet
Mon 1/15Fri 1/19
SNA - YYC • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with WestJet. Average duration is 3h 20m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 66% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 31% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $343 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Calgary (SNA-YYC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Calgary

Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Jan 11
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1:31 pm - 10:15 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YYC Calgary
6h 44m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:30 am - 12:36 pmYYC  Calgary-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 06m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$207Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
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10:07 am - 11:15 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YYC Calgary
23h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:00 pm - 9:22 amYYC  Calgary-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
15h 22m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$230Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Tue, Jan 19
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12:30 pm - 5:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YYC Calgary
3h 20mnonstop
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10:00 am - 11:30 amYYC  Calgary-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 30mnonstop
$320WestJet
Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 12
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12:30 pm - 5:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YYC Calgary
3h 20mnonstop
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10:00 am - 11:30 amYYC  Calgary-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 30mnonstop
$376WestJet
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 13
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8:00 am - 10:07 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YYC Calgary
12h 07m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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2:25 pm - 9:04 pmYYC  Calgary-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 39m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$401Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
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8:00 am - 10:07 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YYC Calgary
12h 07m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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2:25 pm - 9:04 pmYYC  Calgary-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 39m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$401Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 8
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1:45 pm - 11:34 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YYC Calgary
7h 49m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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6:45 am - 12:55 pmYYC  Calgary-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 10m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$426Air Canada
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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1:45 pm - 12:04 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YYC Calgary
8h 19m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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6:45 am - 12:55 pmYYC  Calgary-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 10m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$426Air Canada
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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1:00 pm - 10:53 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YYC Calgary
7h 53m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:06 pm - 9:09 pmYYC  Calgary-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 03m1 stop Denver Intl
$455United Airlines
Wed, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 21
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1:20 pm - 9:38 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YYC Calgary
7h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:00 pm - 9:50 pmYYC  Calgary-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$470United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Calgary flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Calgary. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Calgary at $304 round-trip.
•March ($568) and August ($536) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 86% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Santa Ana to Calgary the cheapest?

Flights from Santa Ana to Calgary are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 66% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Santa Ana to Calgary

 
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Kaitlyn McInnis

Kaitlyn McInnis

Expert on YYC

Kaitlyn is a guidebook author and travel writer splitting her time between Atlantic Canada and Istanbul, Türkiye. She has visited over fifty countries and all seven continents, so she is very familiar with many hotels, airports and airlines around the globe. But her favorite type of vacation is sunbathing by the sea with a good book in hand.

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.

Key details for Santa Ana to Calgary flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$41
Beat the crowds with an average 54% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 39% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Ana to Calgary

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Calgary

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Ana to Calgary based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Santa Ana to Calgary 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 Santa Ana to Calgary?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Santa Ana to Calgary:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:30 pm and lands at 3:50 pm
    • Latest: departs at 1:30 pm and lands at 4:50 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 20m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Calgary takes 3h 20m, covering 1,220 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Ana to Calgary?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Santa Ana to Calgary flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Calgary range from $334 to $578, with an average of $440 over the past 12 months. Anything below $334 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Santa Ana to Calgary flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 63% above the $440 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $343 round-trip via Vancouver Intl (YVR), compared to $425 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$100 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 Santa Ana to Calgary?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by WestJet and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Ana to Calgary looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Calgary are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $403, which is 109% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Calgary Airport (YYC)?

    Calgary Airport (YYC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

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

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

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

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

    • Vancouver Intl (YVR) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Santa Ana to Calgary. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $379 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $501, a difference of $122.

    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 Santa Ana to Calgary?

    Only WestJet operates flights between Santa Ana and Calgary.

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

    Flying via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 13m, compared with 6h 24m via Vancouver Intl (YVR) and 6h 33m via San Francisco (SFO).

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

    Calgary is 1 hour ahead of Santa Ana (Mountain Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Calgary?

    Some of the most popular sights in Calgary are Scotiabank Saddledome, Stampede Park and Central Memorial Park. These are among the most viewed places in Calgary on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Santa Ana to Calgary flights:

    • WestJet: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: 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 Santa Ana to Calgary flights?

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

    • WestJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to Calgary 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 Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $379, about $122 less than Friday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 66% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Calgary trip for May. Fares historically average $304 round-trip in that month - typically $264 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $343 round-trip on this route - about $82 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 Calgary Airport.

    • Hotel 11, Mod A Sonesta Collection
    • Hotel Clique Calgary Airport
    • Wingate by Wyndham Calgary Airport

Prefer to fly direct from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Calgary?

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

Direct departures

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Calgary

Thursday

WestJet

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Sunday

WestJet

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Direct returns

Calgary to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thursday

WestJet

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