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Cheapest round-trip
$308
Typical prices: $378-$549
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Mon 12/10Sat 12/15
SNA - RDU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$137
Typical prices: $175-$351
Frontier
Mon 1/22
SNA - RDU • 2 stops
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 • 16% price drop
July
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Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $306 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 7h 06m (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 10 - Tue, Dec 15
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12:33 pm - 4:00 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
24h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:21 pm - 5:40 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
28h 19m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$308Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:50 pm - 3:23 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
17h 33m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:35 pm - 10:46 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
19h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
$323Frontier
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
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5:30 pm - 5:33 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 03m1 stop San Francisco
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6:10 am - 11:11 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 01m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$372United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
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7:00 am - 6:05 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 05m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
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5:45 am - 10:05 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$413Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
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12:10 pm - 11:15 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:45 am - 1:05 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 20m2 stops Nashville Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$418Southwest
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:45 am - 5:39 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 54m1 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
$424United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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1:55 pm - 12:28 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 am - 10:26 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 46m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$429Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
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2:00 pm - 12:28 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 am - 10:26 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 46m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$429Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 1
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10:45 am - 10:44 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:18 pm - 10:32 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$452American Airlines
Mon, Apr 12 - Thu, Apr 15
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1:17 pm - 11:36 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 19m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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3:00 pm - 9:14 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$507American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Raleigh flights

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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, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Raleigh. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 41% 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 ($602) and December ($596) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 51% 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

November

Cheapest flight

$137
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% 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 $378 to $549, with an average of $472 over the past 12 months. Anything below $378 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.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $75–$75 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • 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 $308 to $1,834. 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 $205, which is 13% 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 starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • 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) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 14% 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 41% on flights from Santa Ana to Raleigh. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $398 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $666, a difference of $268.

    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 Raleigh?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 06m, compared with 7h 18m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 21m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $398, about $268 less than Sunday fares (40% 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 $204 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
    • Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek

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