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Cheapest round-trip
$289
Typical prices: $375-$589
Frontier
Mon 10/15Thu 10/18
SNA - DFW • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$133
Typical prices: $189-$439
Frontier
Fri 9/21
SNA - DFW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines, Southwest and Frontier. Average duration is 3h 11m
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Cheapest • 11% average savings
Most popular
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $274 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Dallas (SNA-DFW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Dallas

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
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6:54 pm - 12:02 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 08mnonstop
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4:40 pm - 6:09 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 29mnonstop
$289Frontier
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Dec 7
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8:55 pm - 3:07 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
16h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:13 pm - 4:41 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 28mnonstop
$289Frontier
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
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7:30 am - 9:06 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
11h 36m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:00 am - 10:52 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
29h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
$289Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
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7:30 am - 7:24 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
33h 54m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
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8:20 pm - 3:23 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
21h 03m1 stop San Francisco
$292Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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1:55 pm - 6:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAL Dallas Love Field
2h 55mnonstop
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8:00 am - 9:20 amDAL  Dallas Love Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 20mnonstop
$317Southwest
Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 24
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10:55 am - 3:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAL Dallas Love Field
2h 55mnonstop
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11:10 am - 12:30 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 20mnonstop
$317Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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1:05 pm - 8:47 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 42m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:55 pm - 10:00 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$337United Airlines
Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 24
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3:25 pm - 11:03 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:10 am - 11:17 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 07m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$337United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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2:03 pm - 11:57 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
7h 54m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:49 pm - 6:22 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 33m1 stop Salt Lake City
$337Delta
Thu, Dec 24 - Tue, Jan 5
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7:00 am - 5:35 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
8h 35m1 stop Salt Lake City
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4:30 pm - 10:24 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 54m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$337Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Dallas flights

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Dallas start at $289. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $375 to $589. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $289 on Frontier.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Dallas, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 38% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Dallas?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Dallas at $383 round-trip.
  • July ($530) and April ($520) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Santa Ana to Dallas the cheapest?

Flights from Santa Ana to Dallas are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% 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 Dallas

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

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

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.

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Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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.

Key details for Santa Ana to Dallas flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$133
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from Santa Ana to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

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.
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Your Santa Ana to Dallas flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Among airlines operating Santa Ana to Dallas flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Santa Ana to Dallas?

    3 airlines operate flights between Santa Ana and Dallas. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • Southwest
    • Frontier

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

    Flights from Santa Ana to Dallas usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and may arrive at several airports in Dallas area, including Dallas Addison (ADS), Dallas Love Field (DAL) and Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Santa Ana to Dallas flights?

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

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Santa Ana to Dallas:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $274 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $461 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

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

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 15% of one-stop connections

    Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Santa Ana to Dallas route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 34%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $415 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $626: a $211 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Santa Ana to Dallas spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Santa Ana to Dallas flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, evening flights for 10%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dallas?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dallas are American Airlines Center, Dallas Market Center and Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Dallas on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Santa Ana to Dallas?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:45 am and lands at 9:56 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:54 pm and lands at 10:05 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 11m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 11% above the route average of $453. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Dallas takes 3h 11m, covering 1,216 miles.

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

    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 Santa Ana to Dallas 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 $289 to $2,004. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Dallas are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $154, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 10m, compared with 5h 51m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 5h 53m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

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

    Dallas is 2 hours ahead of Santa Ana (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available in Dallas?

    Since Dallas is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) — daily rates from around $18:

    · Easirent
    · Europcar
    · Ace
    · Hertz
    · Thrifty

    Near Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) — daily rates from around $24:

    · Easirent
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Budget
    · Hertz

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

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Dallas range from $375 to $589, with an average of $453 over the past 12 months. Anything below $375 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Santa Ana to Dallas flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Santa Ana to Dallas flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to Dallas 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $415 - about $211 less than Sunday (34% 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 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Dallas trip for August. Fares historically average $383 round-trip in that month - typically $147 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $274 round-trip on this route - about $187 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Dallas Addison Airport

    · Residence Inn by Marriott Dallas Addison/Quorum Drive
    · Clarion Pointe Addison - Dallas North
    · Dallas/Addison Marriott Quorum by the Galleria

    Near Dallas Love Field Airport

    · Dallas Love Field Inn
    · Wingate by Wyndham Dallas Love Field
    · DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Love Field

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

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

Direct departures

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Dallas

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Dallas to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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