SNA - RDU

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Cheapest round-trip
$284
Typical prices: $376-$554
Frontier
Mon 12/3Mon 12/10
SNA - RDU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$97
Typical prices: $179-$360
Frontier
Tue 12/4
SNA - RDU • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Ana and Raleigh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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July
Cheapest • 15% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $306 (round-trip)
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Shortest trip • 6h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh (SNA-RDU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Raleigh

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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12:08 pm - 4:06 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
24h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:21 pm - 6:06 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
28h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$284Frontier
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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12:08 pm - 4:10 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
25h 02m2 stops Denver Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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4:21 pm - 6:06 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
28h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$290Frontier
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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11:34 am - 10:07 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 33m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:16 am - 11:46 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$372United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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12:10 pm - 10:42 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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3:35 pm - 10:17 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$377American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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12:10 pm - 10:42 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:22 pm - 10:22 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$377American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 15
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1:00 pm - 10:17 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:30 am - 10:30 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 00m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$377Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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11:30 am - 11:15 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl
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5:40 am - 10:05 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$382Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:45 am - 5:10 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 25m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:40 am - 12:15 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 35m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$382Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 15
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1:00 pm - 10:17 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:30 am - 10:30 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 00m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$399Delta
Sun, Dec 13 - Tue, Dec 15
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10:20 am - 9:39 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:16 am - 11:46 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$407United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh typically range from $376 to $554. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $284, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Raleigh. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 51% higher.

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

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Raleigh at $398 round-trip.
•November ($607) and December ($544) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 52% 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 Raleigh flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$97
Beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 21% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Ana to Raleigh

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Raleigh takes 00m, covering 2,207 miles.

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

    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 Raleigh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh range from $376 to $554, with an average of $468 over the past 12 months. Anything below $376 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $306 round-trip via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), compared to $338 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Ana to Raleigh 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 $284 to $1,723. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Raleigh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $184, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?

    Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $61 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 15% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $412 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $707, a difference of $295.

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

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

    Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 54m, compared with 7h 07m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 7h 16m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

    Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Raleigh are Raleigh Convention Center, Lenovo Center and NC State Fairgrounds. These are among the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to Raleigh 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $412, about $295 less than Sunday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Raleigh trip for July. Fares historically average $398 round-trip in that month - typically $209 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $306 round-trip on this route - about $32 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Raleigh-Durham Airport.

    • Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
    • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek
    • The Westin Raleigh-Durham Airport

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