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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 12:05 pm and lands at 4:23 pm
• Latest: departs at 12:59 pm and lands at 5:17 pm.

The flight takes about 4h 18m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 4h 18m, covering 1,954 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $386 to $706, with an average of $579 over the past 12 months. Anything below $386 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $579 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $395 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $620 for nonstop.

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.

The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Delta is the only airline on the Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $253, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Dollar
• Budget
• Thrifty
• Alamo

Flights from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

One-stop flights from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport most commonly connect through:

• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 53% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 24% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $468 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $639, a difference of $171.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Only Delta operates flights between Santa Ana and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 55m, compared with 7h 07m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 20m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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

Some of the most popular sights in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Greektown Casino, Ford Field and Comerica Park. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

• Delta: offers free seat selection

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

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.

All airlines traveling from SNA to DTW have layovers en route. Some of the frequent destinations include Las Vegas (LAS) by Spirit, Denver (DEN) by Frontier and United, Chicago (ORD) by United, Salt Lake City (SCL) by Delta, Dallas (DFW) by American Airlines, Atlanta (ATL) by Delta, and Seattle (SEA) by Alaska.

Consider flying Alaska, American, or Delta Air Lines to access special services for passengers with special needs. They get priority assistance during check-in, boarding, navigation, and deplaning. The airlines provide walkers, ramps for boarding assistance, and in-flight wheelchairs for those with reduced mobility. They also offer captioning on entertainment and braille safety cards for those who are hard of hearing and low-vision.

If you have an unaccompanied minor aged 5 to 14 years traveling from SNA to DTW, consider booking Delta Airways at a fee. Children aged 8 to 14 can also travel on connecting flights. Your child must check in at least two hours before departure time. You must provide a birth certificate or passport to prove your minor age. The accompanying adult must provide a government-issued ID or passport, address corresponding to your ID, phone number, and the receiving adult's name, address, and contact phone number at their destination.

DTW serves various cities, including Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Livonia. The transport options to these cities include the bus, train, and taxi. You can use Line 261 bus with an hourly interval and connect with the Wolverine train operating four times a day to Ann Arbor city. You can use Line 261 bus with an hourly interval directly to Dearborn. You can use Line 280 bus, Line 261 bus, or Line 250 bus to Livonia.