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

• Earliest: departs at 6:30 am and lands at 9:22 am
• Latest: departs at 7:47 pm and lands at 10:39 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 52m.

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

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Seattle to Santa Ana takes 2h 52m, covering 979 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 Seattle to Santa Ana range from $228 to $416, with an average of $318 over the past 12 months. Anything below $228 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 85% above the $318 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $249 round-trip via Oakland (OAK), compared to $320 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Seattle to Santa Ana flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, evening flights for 30%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $215 to $1,089. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Seattle to Santa Ana flights:

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta

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 Seattle to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $86, which is 64% below the typical average for this route.

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $20 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Budget
• Alamo

Flights from Seattle to Santa Ana usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

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

• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 37% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 19% of one-stop connections
• Sacramento Intl (SMF) - 19% of one-stop connections
• San Jose (SJC) - 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Seattle to Santa Ana. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $298 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $352, a difference of $54.

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

2 airlines operate flights between Seattle and Santa Ana. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta

Flying via Oakland (OAK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 15m, compared with 4h 34m via San Jose (SJC) and 4h 38m via Sacramento Intl (SMF).

Some of the most popular sights in Santa Ana are Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport, Santa Ana Zoo and Old Orange County Courthouse. These are among the most viewed places in Santa Ana on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Seattle to Santa Ana flights:

• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: 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
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American 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.

Yes, on-site car rental company counters are located between Terminals A and B at John Wayne Airport. Car pickup and return take place in parking lots A2 and B2, which are open from 5:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Downtown Seattle is about 14 miles from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Driving usually takes 30–45 minutes, depending on traffic. Bus service is also available, with seven bus routes serving the airport area. Link Light Train is another option and takes 38 minutes from downtown Seattle to SEA.

Yes, Alaska Airlines offers in-flight entertainment. Travelers can choose a movie or TV show from the 1,000+ options in the entertainment library. Atmos Rewards members also get free in-flight Wi-Fi on aircraft featuring Starlink Wi-Fi, along with free text messaging.

SEA has on-site parking that is affordable and easy to access. Reserved Parking on Floor 4 requires an advance reservation and guarantees a space. Other options include General, Over-Height, Motorcycle, Electric Vehicle, Extended Stay and Accessible parking.