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Cheapest round-trip
$185
Typical prices: $145-$291
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Wed 8/12Wed 8/12
SNA - OAK • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$87
Typical prices: $93-$326
Frontier
Sun 9/20
SNA - OAK • 1 stop
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4 weeks
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Oakland (SNA-OAK)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Oakland 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Oakland

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 12
Southwest Logo
7:30 am - 8:50 am
SNA
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OAK
1h 20mnonstop
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7:15 pm - 8:45 pm
OAK
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SNA
1h 30mnonstop
$185Southwest
Wed, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 11
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7:20 pm - 8:40 pm
SNA
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OAK
1h 20mnonstop
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7:00 am - 8:30 am
OAK
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SNA
1h 30mnonstop
$186Southwest
Mon, Aug 24 - Sat, Aug 29
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7:53 pm - 11:18 am
SNA
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OAK
15h 25m
1 stop
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12:13 pm - 1:42 pm
OAK
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SNA
25h 29m
2 stops
$189Frontier
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 12
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8:45 am - 1:10 pm
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OAK
4h 25m
1 stop
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3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
OAK
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1h 30mnonstop
$195Southwest
Sat, Aug 22 - Tue, Aug 25
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7:30 am - 8:50 am
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OAK
1h 20mnonstop
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4:30 pm - 5:55 pm
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1h 25mnonstop
$196Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 7
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4:25 pm - 5:45 pm
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OAK
1h 20mnonstop
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7:00 am - 8:30 am
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1h 30mnonstop
$197Southwest
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 12
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9:15 am - 10:40 am
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OAK
1h 25mnonstop
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3:25 pm - 9:05 pm
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5h 40m
2 stops
$200Southwest
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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4:50 pm - 10:10 pm
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5h 20m
1 stop
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9:25 am - 3:50 pm
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6h 25m
1 stop
$204Southwest
Sat, Aug 22 - Tue, Aug 25
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11:05 am - 5:45 pm
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OAK
6h 40m
1 stop
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8:55 am - 10:25 am
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1h 30mnonstop
$205Southwest
Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 5
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11:05 am - 12:30 pm
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1h 25mnonstop
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7:15 pm - 8:45 pm
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1h 30mnonstop
$206Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Santa Ana to Oakland flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Santa Ana to Oakland 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 Oakland, California?

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 Oakland, California departing in August.

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Oakland on a Thursday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to fly from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Oakland. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Fridays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Oakland?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Oakland, 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 Oakland is August, where tickets cost $190 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $447 and $384 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Oakland?

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 $192 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Oakland?

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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 55% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

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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.

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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$87
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 41% lower on average.
Flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Oakland

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Oakland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Ana to Oakland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Oakland

  • Where can I park my car in Santa Ana, John Wayne Airport?

    Depending on your travel schedule, you can choose between SNA long-term parking at the Main Street Parking area, Terminal Parking (A2, C, B2, and A1) or the Hourly and Daily Parking zones in front of each terminal entrance.

  • Can I get ground transportation out of at Oakland International Airport?

    Yes. The most convenient for passengers who don’t want to rent a vehicle is the Oakland airport BART station across from the Terminal 1 Baggage Claim Area. During most hours, trains depart every 6min from OAK and transport travelers to downtown San Francisco, Oakland, Berkeley, and other Bay Area destinations.

  • Are there on-airport car hire agencies at Oakland International Airport?

    If you haven’t reserved your rental through KAYAK, you can find companies like Dollar, Alamo, Enterprise, Avis, Budget, National, and Thrifty at the OAK airport Rental Car Center.

  • Is there a pick-up or drop-off zone at John Wayne Airport?

    Yes. If someone is dropping you off at the airport in time for your flight, they can temporarily park the car in the “cell phone waiting area” south of parking lot C.

  • What is the cheapest flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Oakland?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Oakland was $87 for a one-way ticket and $185 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Oakland. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Oakland?

    John Wayne (Santa Ana) and Oakland are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave John Wayne (Santa Ana) from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty and will be arriving at Oakland.

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

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

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Oakland flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Oakland are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $327 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $269 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 Oakland.

  • 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 Oakland?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Oakland 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 Oakland?

    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 Oakland with an airline and back to John Wayne (Santa Ana) with another airline. Booking your flights between John Wayne (Santa Ana) and OAK 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 Oakland?

    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 Oakland 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 Oakland

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $161 or less one-way and $323 or less round-trip.
  • Sometimes called the Santa Ana or Orange County airport, John Wayne Airport (SNA) is 8 miles from downtown Santa Ana. Other nearby cities the airport serves include Irvine, located 3.9 miles, Costa Mesa at 5.1 miles southwest, and Newport Beach, 6.4 miles southwest of Santa Ana. These are great optional points of departure to John Wayne because, with light traffic, you can be at the airport in less than 10min.
  • Located in Oakland, California, Metropolitan Oakland International (OAK) is the second-busiest airport in the region that serves the city of Oakland and the wide Bay Area. If you’re looking for alternative airports to Oakland, consider San Francisco International Airport at 14.04 miles and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport at 35.8 miles from Oakland.
  • If you’re traveling with a service animal through Santa Ana, John Wayne airport, you can find a modern indoor pet relief area in Terminal B by gates 12 and13 and two outdoor zones near the parking lots A1, Terminal A, and outside Terminal C near parking lot C. Metropolitan Oakland International airport also allows passengers flying with Dogs for Diabetics (D4D) to check them through post-security service animal relief area near Gate 25, Terminal 2.
  • There is a spacious and clean Nursing Mother’s Lounge in Terminal B between Gates 11 and 12 of John Wayne airport for moms who want a private space to pump or breastfeed their infants. Metropolitan Oakland International airport also has lockable Mamava Lactation Suites conveniently located post-security in Terminals 1 and 2 and equipped with comfortable seating and an electrical pumping outlet.
  • If you or your travel companion is a passenger with limited mobility or hidden disabilities, John Wayne’s Helping Hands staff provides you with a yellow bracelet and guides you through the arrival, check-in, security, and boarding processes. The yellow bracelet will help inform Airport employees at Oakland International that you need assistance to go through security screening and checkout. Wheelchairs are available at the curbside of OAK at Southwest Airlines in Terminal 2.

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Other airlines flying from Santa Ana to Oakland

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from Santa Ana to Oakland according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.
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