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Fri, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 27
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6:37 am - 11:16 amTPA-SNA
7h 39m1 stop
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12:01 pm - 9:42 pmSNA-TPA
6h 41m1 stop
$163Frontier
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Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
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6:37 am - 11:16 amTPA-SNA
7h 39m1 stop
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12:01 pm - 9:42 pmSNA-TPA
6h 41m1 stop
$171Frontier
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Sat, Oct 18 - Sat, Nov 1
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7:10 am - 1:35 pmTPA-SNA
9h 25m1 stop
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2:20 pm - 5:22 amSNA-TPA
12h 02m1 stop
$173Frontier
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Sat, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 8
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6:50 am - 12:13 pmTPA-SNA
8h 23m1 stop
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6:45 am - 6:31 pmSNA-TPA
8h 46m1 stop
$202Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21
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5:25 pm - 10:03 pmTPA-SNA
7h 38m1 stop
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6:45 am - 4:21 pmSNA-TPA
6h 36m1 stop
$204Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
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6:37 am - 11:16 amTPA-SNA
7h 39m1 stop
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12:01 pm - 9:42 pmSNA-TPA
6h 41m1 stop
$207Frontier
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Sat, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 25
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7:10 am - 1:35 pmTPA-SNA
9h 25m1 stop
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2:20 pm - 9:45 amSNA-TPA
16h 25m2 stops
$208Frontier
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Wed, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 8
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5:44 pm - 10:05 pmTPA-SNA
7h 21m1 stop
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6:45 am - 4:21 pmSNA-TPA
6h 36m1 stop
$222Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 14
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5:25 pm - 10:03 pmTPA-SNA
7h 38m1 stop
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6:45 am - 4:21 pmSNA-TPA
6h 36m1 stop
$232Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Oct 25 - Wed, Nov 5
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5:25 pm - 10:03 pmTPA-SNA
7h 38m1 stop
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5:46 pm - 5:16 amSNA-TPA
8h 30m1 stop
$240Spirit Airlines
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TPA's efficient layout ensures short security lines.
SNA offers easy rideshare pick-up zones for arrivals.
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Cheapest round-trip
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Overall average: $378
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TPA - SNA • 1 stop
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Typical prices: $195-360
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TPA's efficient layout makes navigating easy, with short security lines due to dispersed checkpoints across four concourses.

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SNA

SNA offers easy rideshare pick-up zones outside terminals, making it convenient for arrivals.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Tampa to Santa Ana flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Tampa to Santa Ana to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tampa to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Tampa to Santa Ana clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to John Wayne (Santa Ana) on a Monday and more expensive on a Friday. On your return trip to Tampa, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Tampa to Santa Ana, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Tampa to Santa Ana is July, where tickets cost $278 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $536 and $456 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Tampa to Santa Ana?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $333, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Tampa to Santa Ana?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Tampa to Santa Ana, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Tampa to Santa Ana, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 39% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonMay
Cheapest flight$87
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from Tampa to John Wayne (Santa Ana)

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FAQs for booking flights from Tampa to John Wayne (Santa Ana)

  • What is the cheapest flight from Tampa to Santa Ana?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Tampa to Santa Ana was $87 for a one-way ticket and $163 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Tampa and John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    A passport is not required to fly from Tampa to John Wayne (Santa Ana).

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Tampa to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    On your way to John Wayne (Santa Ana), you’ll fly out from Tampa. You’ll be landing at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Tampa to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    The Airbus A220-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Tampa to John Wayne (Santa Ana) flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Tampa to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Tampa and John Wayne (Santa Ana).

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Tampa to Santa Ana, Southwest or Breeze Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Tampa to Santa Ana are Southwest and Breeze Airways. With an average price for the route of $500 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Breeze Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $259 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Tampa to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Tampa to John Wayne (Santa Ana).

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Tampa to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to John Wayne (Santa Ana) from Tampa is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Tampa to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to John Wayne (Santa Ana) with an airline and back to Tampa with another airline. Booking your flights between Tampa and SNA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Tampa to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to John Wayne (Santa Ana) from Tampa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Tampa to Santa Ana

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4242 reviews
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
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If we are going to have to pay for luggage, make it easier to do. Put something on the app during check-in so I don't need to do it at the kiosk. I've done it twice recently and I ended up having to pay at the desk because something went wrong at the kiosk in Tampa.

8.0 ExcellentBrian, Aug 2025TPA - BWI
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If we are going to have to pay for luggage, make it easier to do. Put something on the app during check-in so I don't need to do it at the kiosk. I've done it twice recently and I ended up having to pay at the desk because something went wrong at the kiosk in Tampa.

Very smooth checking in our luggage with a super pleasant SW agent. I enjoyed a fun entertaining movie.

First time traveling on Southwest since bag fees were implemented. Usual good service. Just more expensive now.

It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Boarding process, crew were good. But the seats were so uncomfortable that was all I could focus on. I literally had to sit forward so that all 3 of us could fit in row. I will try to avoid Southwest in the future for any flights over 60 minutes.

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

Great experience flying Southwest. The crew was really kind and helpful, and very friendly with our toddler.

Plane late from DC to Austin 30 minutes. Crew made up much of the time enroute to San Diego.

Flight was awfully bumpy and landing was a bit jolting. I was in the restroom when snacks and drinks were served and was not asked if i wanted any. I had to ask for water finally.

Fine, but how to board on SW versus othrr airlines, is just lame. Goood staff though and all was solid otherwise.

Given some type of snack. Had staff that hated their job and life in general. Have regular overhead bins. The bags have to go sideways and even then, they barely fit. The seats in the front - what would be considered business class were nice. Nothing extra but nice for a short flight. But the regular seats were so close I have no idea how people even fit it them.

Our gate was changed twice, but since they were super close it wasn't an issue. We were delayed 90 mins or so, which wasn't great, but sometimes that's just what happens. Communication was the issue. We weren't kept informed about delays--with more information I would have gotten a real meal, taken a "bio break" and purchased a new book. Because another. flight was being updated more frequently about their delays, I thought ours would be shorter and stayed close by. It left me feeling more frustrated than was necessary.

Your feedback should include a "not applicable" button. There was no food, nor entertainment on our flight. Also, a snack on a short flight will be nice to have

Boarding at BDL gate 24 was confused, but balanced out by friendly, responsive gate attendants. The crew were friendly and made for a straightforward flight. Seats were fine, but the aircraft needs to go in for cabin maintenance. The air nozzles overhead were all loose and could not be closed or adjusted.

Head rest did not move, very uncomfortable. Staff was great. There was no entertainment, would be nice not to have to pay for snack.

Worst airline - on our flight down from MCO to EYW, there was a huuuuuge delay. We were supposed to take off 12p and it was pushed back to almost 2:30p. We boarded the plane and then sat on the tarmac forever because we were "over" weight and had to burn fuel. Rather than ask guests to volunteer and leave, they kept us on the plane. Finally a family decided to off board and take their luggage with them. Shortly after, we left the terminal but then the pilot told us we may have to sit at the end of the runway for 15-20mins to burn more fuel. Which we ended up doing and of course it started to rain. We finally took off 2:50p. We were supposed to land 1p and didn't land until 3:45p. Basically had time to scramble off the plane, grab our luggage, request transportation to our hotel, unpack, rinse off and hustle over to our 6:30p dinner ressy. It's a shame Breeze is the only non-stop airline from MCO to EYW. For this, not sure I'd ever go back to EYW - most def will not take Breeze again.

Flight was rescheduled from (originally) early Saturday departure to a late Sunday departure. Then the late Sunday departure was delayed again (weather) and got in very late. We’ve enjoyed Breeze a lot, but this particular experience was a little disappointing.

Breeze was good but the sandiego airport had traffic and waiting 1 hour in the plane till take off

The return flight was soooooo much colder than the departure flight to Connecticut! I appreciated the layover because I didn't have to change planes. The staff and the service were the best! Everyone was so professional and accommodating. Having internet was great, but for the movies the flight offers through the app could be updated. THANKS EVERYONE! I fly BREEZE every opportunity I can get.

The flight was comfortable with the usual slight turbulence. Macadamia Nuts would be great snacks to purchase in flight.

It is clear that someone knew, and competent, is in charge of food at United Airlines at least for the international flights. I was flying in coach, but the choices of the dinner were excellent. Tasty, and appropriate size. I had the beef, which was a little bit like a shepherds pie, and it was good. Nothing comparable has been served on a United flight in years. It will not be confused with three star food, but it is very good for airline food. Even better was the breakfast choice between a cinnamon roll and a breakfast sandwich. I chose the breakfast sandwich which was absolutely delicious and which I would happily order again at my local Starbucks or Panera. It is clear that someone knew indifferent is in charge of the food and it’s about time.

The flight was comfortable with the exit row and great service

Plane was crowded and even when we hit altitude, the plane was hot, not enough air flow.

1. when we went to check in, our 2 first class seats had been CANCELED and the flight was sold out. This was done without our prior knowledge. It was all we could do to restore one first class seat for my wife and I flew economy. 2, Our flight home was scheduled to leave at 10:30 pm. Due to tsunami warnings, the roads were closed and our flight status was uncertain as to whether it would leave as scheduled. It was announced that it would now leave at 11:20 pm and the roads were now open since the tsunami had come and gone. We made a mad dash to the airport and checked in. Delays were announced at 12:30 pm, 1:30 am, 2:30 am and at 3:30 am it was canceled. Since this was a flight due to natural (tsunami) causes, there was no compensation. We were told to return at 1:00 pm the next day and our baggage would be kept on the plane since the same plane was going to leave at 1:00 pm. We had to return to our hotel for the rest of the night. The same plane did not leave at 1:00 pm and our baggage was gone! All in all, it was a miserable performance by UA. Information was hard to obtain and no one knew what was going on and what was going to happen. Hundreds of passengers slept on the floor, chairs, etc. No food and no water was made available to the passengers. It was a situation where UA could care less what was going on. As a one million mile flyer, I had not experienced anything like this before and it was hugely disappointing!

Boarded plane and then delayed 1.5 hours while on the plane

online check in was not available so i had to get to airport extra early. The flight was delayed and my luggage was lost. I had an argument with the person behind me who wanted to keep her bag on the floor and not allow my seat to recline on a 9hr plus flight. So overall, lots and lots of areas for improvement.

Horrific. They missed my connecting flight to San Diego. I didn’t get there until Monday at 9am when I had a mandatory court settlement conference scheduled at 6am since we had parties on the east coast. This caused many issues. All because United apparently forgot to hold the doors open until my flight landed that only had a 10 minute delay. This was the last flight to Southern California. So I couldn’t even rent a car to finish the trip. United cannot be trusted when traveling on specific days and times since weather didn’t have anything to do with the delays.

My flight was delayed a very short period of time but they did not hold my connecting flight to San Diego, also through United. So they closed the doors before we got off our plane. They would only have to help the door open for another five to ten minutes. So I missed a court deadline for a manditory mediation settlement conference for my client. I had to get an associate to be there in person and be on the phone with him relaying what he needs to do the entire time. The court was very upset with me and so was my client. United cannot be trusted.

We were given vouchers we couldn’t use with a 5.5 hour delay

Really good 😊 the woman at the gate entrance was a little rude checking in our carry-on but i dont think she worked for the airline, she worked for the airport at sacramento, other than that amazing.

Great. Quick and quiet and east. The breakfast choices were a welcome surprise!

The stewardess hit me with the food kart twice on the head and didn't say I'm sorry once. The same stewardess gave me a warm Apple Juice with No ice. The Flight was delayed for Departure 6 times, starting from 2:36pm, finally taking off 7:50pm. I was late picking up my child from the sitter by 3 hours.

Did not get the seat I selected and paid for.

My flight was delayed for several hours. Sitting at gate 16 for several hours, I got a text from Kayak the gate changed to 9 before it was announced. Very bad communication at each gate from American Airlines employees. I received 10 notifications of delay from Kayak. My vacation started off horrible! I will write to American Airlines corporate office also.

Delayed flight that lead to a missed connection and a 5-hour trip became a 12-hour flight 🙄

There is no room, no gluten free options, or any free internet/entertainment. You have to bring your own tablet or smartphone because there are no screens.

Amazing food, great staff, with one noticable detail missing ...but no seat entertainment in any of aircraft ...I am not a fan

Boarding gate in Honolulu was staffed with a great clerk with a soothing voice despite the flight delay of over an hour. Flight attendants in the plane were all grumpy, not pleasant looking bunch. Their sour attitude showed throughout the flight. Inly able to get a select few movies started. Most of the movie links in the “free entertainment” did not work.

This was a horrible experience. For a first class experience, my chair was held together by 3M tape - and I have a photo. The crew weren’t very attentive, somewhat dismissive and forgot my drink and snack, the chair reclined about 3 inches on a 6-hour cross country flight. I was also not informed that there was no lounge available in Newark airport because of renovations, so all around this was one of the worst experiences and I would actively avoid both American and Alaska Air going forward.

Boarding was very efficient. Everyone got on board and we got on our way very quickly. It was frustrating that the entertainment app was not functioning properly. I was not able to activate some of the movies offered. The crew on this flight appears to be pretty grumpy. They had no smile on their faces. I felt like they were doing us a favor for being there.

Changing the flight time to 6:15 am on the return flight is extremely inconvenient. The flight was okay. It was on time. The crew was friendly. The seats were uncomfortable. All the upsells are annoying, and I would prefer paying a single higher fee and not have to purchase so much extra.

Cancelled my flight last minute and did not help me rebook. It was a horrible experience.

The flight and boarding process was smooth. Wifi was unavailable and I prepaid for it. Have requested a refund

Late departure by 1:45min. No explanation why. During boarding inconsistent policing of their baggage rules. Before takeoff and lamdimg strange obsession with window shade and armrest positions. Don't know why they care. 15 min tarmac delay on arrival, they blamed airport congestion but we were the o lh flight waiting, it was clear it was due to poor staff planning (only one ground crew to receive airplanes and multiple arrivals) Got there but was rrally lame the whole trip.

Boarding was a breeze, however, two of the flights that I boarded with Spirit did not have Wi-Fi available.

Very good. Nothing more or less than expected. No complaints.

My experience with the spirit as a first time it was OK, but the seats need a little cushion, the problem I had the most impacted me was when checking in the scales were so off and wrong. It will tell that you would have more weight, which was not true. The scale was say that it had Thirty Eight Pounds, when get in the labels when we send the luggage into the band. It says that it was overweight. I really really dislike that because the scales are not accurate. If I use Spirit and I have that issue again. That will be my last time flying with the spirit, even though I like so much to service the planes, and everything else

hahaha we are delayed for one hour plus.. but thx we arrived San Diego safe

Not having it be changed after we bought the flight tickets from a direct flight getting in at a reasonable time to a connecting flight red eye of 9 hours, so that we would lose our 35 dollars in nonrefundable insurance would've been great! Our country really does need low-cost carrier options, but this type of "service" ain't it. Fortunately, had a little better success with them flying to and from San Juan PR last month at least.

Worst airline ever! The guy weighing my bag had his foot on the metal plate and when I called him out on it, I got this stupid little smirk. La is a scam and so is Spirit Airlines. All the flight attendants looked like they hated our flight just as much as we did.

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