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Cheapest round-trip
$242
Typical prices: $244-$423
Frontier
Wed 8/5Sun 8/9
SNA - DFW • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$248
Typical prices: $342-$444
Frontier
Thu 10/1Sun 10/4
SNA - DFW • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with American Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 3h 16m
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Cheapest • Avg $331 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 59m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 6% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Dallas (SNA-DFW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Dallas that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Dallas

Wed, Aug 5 - Sun, Aug 9
Frontier Logo
4:13 pm - 11:59 pm
SNA
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DFW
29h 46m
2 stops
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10:23 pm - 1:42 pm
DFW
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SNA
17h 19m
1 stop
$242Frontier
Mon, Jul 27 - Thu, Aug 6
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2:27 pm - 6:03 pm
SNA
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DFW
25h 36m
1 stop
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5:20 am - 8:05 am
DFW
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SNA
28h 45m
1 stop
$243Frontier
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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11:06 am - 12:03 am
SNA
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DFW
10h 57m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:40 pm - 10:11 am
DFW
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SNA
14h 31m
1 stop
$244Frontier
Mon, Aug 10 - Tue, Aug 11
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3:32 pm - 8:52 pm
SNA
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DFW
3h 20mnonstop
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12:02 pm - 3:20 pm
DFW
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SNA
5h 18m
1 stop
$245Frontier
Wed, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 13
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4:13 pm - 5:48 am
SNA
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DFW
11h 35m
1 stop
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4:40 pm - 5:54 pm
DFW
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SNA
3h 14mnonstop
$246Frontier
Thu, Aug 13 - Fri, Aug 14
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2:27 pm - 10:59 am
SNA
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DFW
18h 32m
1 stop
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1:35 pm - 2:47 pm
DFW
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SNA
3h 12mnonstop
$247Frontier
Sat, Aug 15 - Wed, Aug 19
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7:53 pm - 5:48 am
SNA
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DFW
7h 55m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:58 pm - 8:54 am
DFW
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SNA
15h 56m
1 stop
$248Frontier
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13
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7:03 pm - 12:10 am
SNA
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DFW
3h 07mnonstop
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9:00 am - 5:35 pm
DFW
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SNA
10h 35m
1 stop
$249Frontier
Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 11
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4:13 pm - 5:48 am
SNA
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DFW
11h 35m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:02 pm - 3:20 pm
DFW
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SNA
5h 18m
1 stop
$250Frontier
Wed, Aug 5 - Mon, Aug 10
Frontier Logo
4:13 pm - 5:48 am
SNA
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DFW
11h 35m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
1:35 pm - 2:47 pm
DFW
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SNA
3h 12mnonstop
$251Frontier
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Santa Ana to Dallas flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Santa Ana to Dallas to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Santa Ana, California to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Santa Ana, California to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas, look for departures on Saturdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Dallas, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is August, where tickets cost $390 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $538 and $517 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $518 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 6% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Santa Ana to Dallas

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DFW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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.

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Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$157
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
Flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Dallas

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Ana to Dallas based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas flights

  • Are there pet relief areas at DFW?

    If you are traveling with your furry friend through Dallas, you don’t need to carry something to clean after your airport. The airport features a pet relief in terminals A, B, C, D, and E. Further, you can use the pet hotel at the airport’s north entrance, where your dog or cat can enjoy a vacation before you leave for your destination.

  • Where can I spend the night at DFW?

    This airport has designed first-minute suites around the clock nap center where passengers can conduct business, relax, or sleep during transit. There are also couches and chairs at the airport that are secure to sleep on for overnight campers. You just need to carry an extra traveling blanket, earplugs, and eye fold for more comfort.

  • Are there onsite hotels in SNA?

    There are several onsite hotels in SNA that you can consider booking your accommodation with. You can stay at Hilton Irvine/Orange County, DoubleTree by Hilton Orange, or Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine. These are some of the onsite top-rated hotels close to the airport that offer top-notch services that you would love.

  • Does SNA allow pets in the airport?

    Passengers traveling with their pets can carry their pets like dogs or cats to the airport, but they have to be in their crates. The pet relief center is at the arrival side, close to parking lot A1 at Terminal A. The pet relief area is outdoors and a walking distance of the parking lot and entrance of the airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport was $157 for a one-way ticket and $242 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between John Wayne (Santa Ana) and Dallas?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas?

    Delta, American Airlines, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and Iberia offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas?

    The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between John Wayne (Santa Ana) and Dallas, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas?

    There are nonstop flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $575 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $674 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Dallas from John Wayne (Santa Ana) is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Dallas with an airline and back to John Wayne (Santa Ana) with another airline. Booking your flights between John Wayne (Santa Ana) and DFW can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Dallas from John Wayne (Santa Ana) up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $225 or less one-way and $415 or less round-trip.
  • It is important to arrive at the John Wayne Santa Ana International Airport (SNA) 3 hours before your actual departure time. This airport is usually packed, so coming early is for you to get through the security checking point on time, get your boarding pass, and head to the boarding gate on time.
  • SNA offers ample parking for passengers. You can use the basement parking lot at Terminal 3 if you are flying for a long time. There is also a parking space at the new garage next to the gate where you can park if you are looking for a place to park for a few hours.
  • If you want something to eat before you board your flight to Dallas, you can go to the restaurant or cafe at the arrivals and departures hall at SNA. The restaurant offers good services. You can get hot food and beverages, and you can also get something from the vending machines at the airport.
  • Those traveling through Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) with kids can take advantage of the kids’ play area located in Gate 8 to release some steam. The play area is equipped with charging outlets and soft seating for parents to use while monitoring their kids. Nursing mothers can also access lactation rooms in the Minutes suites and airport Gates B, A, D, E, and C.
  • Dallas/Fort Worth Airport features massage chairs at almost all the airport gates that you can use to stretch your muscles after your long flight. Also, if you want to freshen up, you can utilize the shower amenities located in the minute suites.

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

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Dallas/Fort Worth.
Find which airlines fly direct from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Dallas/Fort Worth

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

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Direct returns

Dallas/Fort Worth to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

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