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Cheapest round-trip
$337
Typical prices: $390-$680
Delta
Fri 12/7Sat 12/15
SNA - RIC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$169
Typical prices: $254-$499
Delta
Fri 11/2
SNA - RIC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Ana and Richmond. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 29% price drop
November
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $331 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Richmond (SNA-RIC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Richmond

Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 15
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9:20 pm - 9:43 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:23 am - 12:41 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$337Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:45 am - 4:11 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:46 pm - 6:41 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$337Delta
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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2:22 pm - 12:34 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 1:51 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 51m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$377United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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8:46 am - 12:34 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
12h 48m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:33 pm - 9:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 22m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$382United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:30 am - 7:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:58 am - 3:03 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$400Breeze Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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8:45 am - 7:46 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:47 am - 3:39 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 52m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$416American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 15
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11:40 am - 10:17 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:29 pm - 10:32 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$417American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 5
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7:30 am - 7:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:20 pm - 3:03 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
24h 43m2 stops New Orleans Louis Armstrong Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$436Breeze Airways
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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11:05 am - 11:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington
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6:15 am - 1:35 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 20m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl
$487Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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11:05 am - 11:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington
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6:15 am - 1:35 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 20m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl
$507Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Richmond flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Richmond start at $337. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $390 to $680. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $337 on Delta.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Richmond, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 79% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Richmond?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Richmond at $382 round-trip.
  • March ($882) and January ($682) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 130% 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 Richmond flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$169
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Santa Ana to Richmond

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Ana to Richmond 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 Richmond flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Santa Ana to Richmond usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santa Ana to Richmond?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 16% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the Santa Ana to Richmond route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $476 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $958, a difference of $482. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Richmond?

    Some of the most popular sights in Richmond are Downtown Richmond, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Hippodrome Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Richmond on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Richmond takes 0h 00m, covering 2,274 miles.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Ana to Richmond 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 $337 to $2,311. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Richmond are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $256, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 39m, compared with 7h 42m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 46m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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

    Richmond 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 car rental options are available at Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC)?

    Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Santa Ana to Richmond flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Richmond range from $390 to $680, with an average of $535 over the past 12 months. Anything below $390 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to Richmond flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $476 - about $482 less than Sunday (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Richmond trip for August. Fares historically average $382 round-trip in that month - typically $500 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport.
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Richmond Airport
    - Candlewood Suites Richmond Airport By IHG
    - Super 8 by Wyndham Richmond Airport VA

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