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Cheapest round-trip
$221
Typical prices: $241-$422
American Airlines
Mon 11/26Mon 12/3
SNA - TUS • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$337
Typical prices: $205-$360
Alaska Airlines
Tue 12/18Sun 12/23
SNA - TUS • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Ana and Tucson. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $369 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Tucson (SNA-TUS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Tucson

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
American Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 2:14 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
3h 19m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:54 pm - 10:33 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 39m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$221American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 18
Southwest Logo
10:45 am - 5:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
6h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 11:20 amTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$221Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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9:30 am - 5:30 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
7h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
12:35 pm - 4:25 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$221Southwest
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 18
Southwest Logo
2:35 pm - 9:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
6h 20m2 stops Sacramento Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
7:10 am - 9:25 amTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$226Southwest
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 10:45 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
3h 00m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 6:54 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 54m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$231American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 12:03 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
4h 18m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 6:54 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 54m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$241American Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 24
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 10:39 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
4h 24m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
12:25 pm - 4:15 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 50m1 stop Salt Lake City
$277Delta
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 24
Delta Logo
1:41 pm - 10:39 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
7h 58m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
12:25 pm - 4:15 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 50m1 stop Salt Lake City
$277Delta
Thu, Dec 17 - Sun, Dec 20
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:48 pm - 4:21 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
1h 33mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:31 pm - 4:14 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
1h 43mnonstop
$337Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 23
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:48 pm - 4:21 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
1h 33mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:31 pm - 4:14 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
1h 43mnonstop
$337Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Tucson flights

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Tucson typically range from $241 to $422. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $221, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Tucson. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Tucson at $277 round-trip.
•June ($518) and September ($438) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 87% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Santa Ana to Tucson flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$111
Beat the crowds with an average 75% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 73% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Ana to Tucson

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Tucson

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Your Santa Ana to Tucson flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:52 pm and lands at 2:25 pm
    • Latest: departs at 1:48 pm and lands at 3:21 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 33m.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Tucson takes 1h 33m, covering 416 miles.

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

    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 Tucson flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Tucson range from $241 to $422, with an average of $317 over the past 12 months. Anything below $241 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $287 round-trip, compared to $369 via a layover through Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Ana to Tucson 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 $221 to $816. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Tucson are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $149, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Tucson Airport (TUS)?

    Tucson Airport (TUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Sixt
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Economy Rent a Car

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

    Flights from Santa Ana to Tucson usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Tucson (TUS).

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 81% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Santa Ana to Tucson. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $287 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $376, a difference of $89.

    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 airlines fly from Santa Ana to Tucson?

    Only Alaska Airlines operates flights between Santa Ana and Tucson.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 35m, compared with 4h 02m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 5h 10m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Santa Ana to Tucson flights?

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

    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to Tucson flights

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Prefer to fly direct from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Tucson?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport to Tucson Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Tucson

Monday

Alaska Airlines

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Tuesday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Thursday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Friday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Saturday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Sunday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

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Direct returns

Tucson to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Monday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Thursday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Friday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Saturday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Sunday

Alaska Airlines

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