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Cheapest round-trip
$379
Typical prices: $449-$674
United Airlines
Mon 11/19Mon 11/26
SNA - DAY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$278
Typical prices: $249-$389
United Airlines
Sat 11/24
SNA - DAY • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Ana and Dayton. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 18% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $468 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 7h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Dayton (SNA-DAY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Dayton

Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
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11:10 am - 10:42 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAY Dayton
8h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:10 am - 11:37 amDAY  Dayton-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$379United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 16
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1:00 pm - 10:06 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAY Dayton
6h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:15 am - 11:37 amDAY  Dayton-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$379United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 16
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2:04 pm - 11:29 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAY Dayton
6h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:16 am - 1:01 pmDAY  Dayton-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$384United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
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11:10 am - 10:42 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAY Dayton
8h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:10 am - 2:14 pmDAY  Dayton-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
$384United Airlines
Tue, Apr 6 - Sun, Apr 11
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7:05 pm - 10:27 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAY Dayton
12h 22m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 11:13 amDAY  Dayton-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$404Delta
Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 13
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7:05 pm - 10:27 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAY Dayton
12h 22m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:55 pm - 10:19 pmDAY  Dayton-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$404Delta
Tue, Apr 6 - Sat, Apr 10
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7:05 pm - 10:27 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAY Dayton
12h 22m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 11:13 amDAY  Dayton-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$404Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
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1:26 pm - 11:26 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAY Dayton
7h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:44 pm - 10:32 pmDAY  Dayton-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 48m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$414American Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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1:17 pm - 11:25 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAY Dayton
7h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:31 am - 3:48 pmDAY  Dayton-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$537American Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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1:17 pm - 11:25 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DAY Dayton
7h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:31 am - 3:48 pmDAY  Dayton-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$537American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Dayton flights

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Dayton typically range from $449 to $674. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $379, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Dayton. It’s 29% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 72% higher.

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

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Dayton at $444 round-trip.
•April ($985) and May ($931) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 121% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Santa Ana to Dayton flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$278
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 53% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Ana to Dayton

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Dayton

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Ana to Dayton 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 Dayton flight questions, answered

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

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Dayton takes 00m, covering 1,897 miles.

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

    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 Santa Ana to Dayton flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Dayton range from $449 to $674, with an average of $539 over the past 12 months. Anything below $449 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Ana to Dayton 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 $379 to $2,258. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Dayton are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $361, which is 25% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Dayton Airport (DAY)?

    Dayton Airport (DAY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Avis

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 59% on flights from Santa Ana to Dayton. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $388 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $931, a difference of $543.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 11m, compared with 7h 11m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 54m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    Dayton is 3 hours ahead of Santa Ana (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to Dayton 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $388, about $543 less than Sunday fares (58% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Dayton trip for August. Fares historically average $444 round-trip in that month - typically $541 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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