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Cheapest round-trip
$279
Typical prices: $362-$662
Frontier
Tue 12/4Sun 12/9
SNA - PHL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$112
Typical prices: $182-$322
Frontier
Tue 12/11
SNA - PHL • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Ana and Philadelphia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 63% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 19% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $329 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 7h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Philadelphia (SNA-PHL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Philadelphia

Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 9
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4:44 pm - 10:56 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
15h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:31 pm - 3:44 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
24h 13m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Dallas/Fort Worth
$279Frontier
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:51 pm - 10:16 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
12h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:55 pm - 5:59 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
23h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$294Frontier
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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8:00 am - 6:19 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
7h 19m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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7:10 am - 12:00 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 50m1 stop Salt Lake City
$320Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
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4:32 pm - 5:06 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
9h 34m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:00 am - 2:04 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$321American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
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1:17 pm - 12:15 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
7h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 am - 12:30 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$321American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Dec 3
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12:47 pm - 11:46 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
7h 59m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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5:34 am - 12:51 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 17m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$321Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23
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4:30 pm - 5:32 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
10h 02m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:00 am - 3:14 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$321Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 12
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7:30 am - 6:32 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
32h 02m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:01 pm - 3:44 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
30h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$343Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 3
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10:00 am - 9:30 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
8h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Lambert-St Louis
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5:00 am - 2:00 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
12h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$387Southwest
Fri, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 27
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2:15 pm - 12:55 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PHL Philadelphia
7h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:45 am - 2:50 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 05m2 stops Chicago Midway San Jose
$394Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Philadelphia flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Philadelphia typically range from $362 to $662. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $279, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Philadelphia. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 31% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Philadelphia at $368 round-trip.
•August ($753) and September ($619) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 104% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Santa Ana to Philadelphia the cheapest?

Flights from Santa Ana to Philadelphia are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 63% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Santa Ana to Philadelphia flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$112
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 60% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Ana to Philadelphia

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Philadelphia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Ana to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Santa Ana to Philadelphia:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Philadelphia takes 00m, covering 2,373 miles.

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

    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 Philadelphia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Philadelphia range from $362 to $662, with an average of $455 over the past 12 months. Anything below $362 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 74% above the $455 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Ana to Philadelphia 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 $279 to $2,545. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Philadelphia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $156, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Philadelphia Airport (PHL)?

    Philadelphia Airport (PHL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $69 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Payless
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

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

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

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 73% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Santa Ana to Philadelphia. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $375 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $597, a difference of $222.

    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 Philadelphia?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 13m, compared with 7h 41m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 44m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Philadelphia?

    Some of the most popular sights in Philadelphia are Philadelphia Convention Center, Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Philadelphia on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to Philadelphia 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $375, about $222 less than Monday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 63% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Philadelphia trip for October. Fares historically average $368 round-trip in that month - typically $385 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Philadelphia Airport.

    • Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport
    • Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
    • Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

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