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

• Earliest: departs at 6:46 am and lands at 8:24 am
• Latest: departs at 8:51 pm and lands at 10:29 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 38m.

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

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco takes 1h 38m, covering 372 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco range from $191 to $355, with an average of $257 over the past 12 months. Anything below $191 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 59% above the $257 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $133 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $258 for nonstop.

United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Alaska Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Santa Ana to San Francisco flights are:

• United Airlines: 76% on time
• Alaska Airlines: 74% on time
• Frontier: 71% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 75% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Santa Ana to San Francisco flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, morning flights for 27%, and night flights for 0%.

Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Santa Ana to San Francisco flights:

• Alaska Airlines
• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Santa Ana to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $97, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

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

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Santa Ana to San Francisco route, 25% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 02m.

Most connecting flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco pass through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $228 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $338, a difference of $110.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Santa Ana and San Francisco. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Alaska Airlines
• United Airlines
• Frontier

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Santa Ana to San Francisco flights:

• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Frontier: offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

To enjoy in-flight Wi-Fi on your trip from Santa Ana to San Francisco, consider booking with United Airlines or Alaska Airlines. They offer passengers unlimited wireless internet that is good enough for web browsing, streaming, and even gaming. However, it is essential to note that passengers must pay for the Wi-Fi as the plane ticket does not cover it.

Downtown San Francisco is about 14 miles away from San Francisco International Airport. There are a few ways to get there, including the bus, taxi, rental car, or the Bay Area Rapid Transit. Of all these options, the bus and Bay Area Rapid Transit are the cheapest and arguably most reliable means. To take the Bay Area Rapid Transit, head to the station located in the international terminal. Board the yellow line towards Antioch, and you’ll be downtown in no time. You can also find the bus at the international terminal on Courtyard G.

Yes, San Francisco International Airport offers wheelchair assistance to all passengers with limited mobility. You can request one at the ticket counter or any help desk around the airport. Alternatively, you can also alert your airline during booking so that they can inform the concerned officials at the airport. This way, you will have a wheelchair reserved for you regardless of when your flight lands.

SFO Airport has multiple pet relief areas for anyone traveling with their pet or a service animal. They can be found both inside and outside the airport terminals, so you’re never too far away from one. For travelers arriving at the airport, each terminal has a conveniently located pet relief area next to baggage claim. In the case of Terminal 1, it is located on Courtyard 2, Terminal 2, Courtyard 3, and Terminal 3, Courtyard 4. If you would rather use the outside ones, follow the painted paw prints on the curbside walkways.