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Cheapest round-trip
$236
Typical prices: $326-$485
Frontier
Mon 9/24Fri 9/28
SNA - SAT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$118
Typical prices: $150-$326
Frontier
Mon 10/1
SNA - SAT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Ana and San Antonio. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $228 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to San Antonio (SNA-SAT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to San Antonio

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
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4:35 pm - 11:44 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SAT San Antonio
17h 09m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:39 pm - 5:15 pmSAT  San Antonio-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 36m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$236Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
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11:50 am - 7:25 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SAT San Antonio
5h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:39 pm - 5:15 pmSAT  San Antonio-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 36m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$236Frontier
Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 29
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4:35 pm - 2:20 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SAT San Antonio
19h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:19 pm - 5:40 pmSAT  San Antonio-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
28h 21m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$311Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 17
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7:30 am - 2:20 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SAT San Antonio
28h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:39 pm - 5:15 pmSAT  San Antonio-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 36m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$332Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
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8:13 am - 5:44 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SAT San Antonio
7h 31m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:30 am - 9:07 amSAT  San Antonio-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$350United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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1:20 pm - 10:56 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SAT San Antonio
7h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:06 pm - 10:34 pmSAT  San Antonio-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$355American Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 29
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1:40 pm - 9:06 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SAT San Antonio
5h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 10:50 amSAT  San Antonio-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$355American Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
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4:35 pm - 1:20 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SAT San Antonio
6h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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3:20 pm - 9:25 pmSAT  San Antonio-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 05m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$355Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
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12:03 pm - 7:58 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SAT San Antonio
5h 55m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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9:24 am - 3:32 pmSAT  San Antonio-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 08m1 stop San Francisco
$355United Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
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2:05 pm - 10:30 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-SAT San Antonio
6h 25m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl El Paso
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7:05 pm - 10:05 pmSAT  San Antonio-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$360Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to San Antonio flights

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to San Antonio start at $236. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $326 to $485. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $236 on Frontier.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to San Antonio, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 25% 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 San Antonio?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to San Antonio at $294 round-trip.
  • May ($517) and July ($491) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Santa Ana to San Antonio flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$118
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 19% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
Flight from Santa Ana to San Antonio

When to book flights from Santa Ana to San Antonio

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

    Flights from Santa Ana to San Antonio usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at San Antonio (SAT).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Santa Ana to San Antonio.

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) 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 San Antonio?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Santa Ana to San Antonio route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $383 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $517, a difference of $134. 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 San Antonio?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Antonio are San Antonio River Walk, SeaWorld San Antonio and Henry B. González Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Antonio on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Santa Ana to San Antonio?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to San Antonio takes 0h 00m, covering 1,174 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Santa Ana to San Antonio?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Santa Ana to San Antonio:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    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 San Antonio 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 $236 to $1,854. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to San Antonio are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $166, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 01m, compared with 5h 24m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 37m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Ana and San Antonio?

    San Antonio is 2 hours ahead of Santa Ana (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at San Antonio Airport (SAT)?

    San Antonio Airport (SAT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $22 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Europcar
    · Fox
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Alamo

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

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to San Antonio range from $326 to $485, with an average of $413 over the past 12 months. Anything below $326 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to San Antonio 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 Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $383 - about $134 less than Sunday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to San Antonio trip for October. Fares historically average $294 round-trip in that month - typically $223 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Antonio Airport.
    - Wyndham Garden San Antonio Airport
    - Heritage Inn & Suites San Antonio Airport, Trademark Wyndham
    - Crowne Plaza San Antonio Airport By IHG

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