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Cheapest round-trip
$221
Typical prices: $208-$378
Southwest
Fri 12/7Mon 12/10
TUS - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$337
Typical prices: $157-$364
Alaska Airlines
Tue 12/18Tue 12/25
TUS - SNA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Tucson and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 69% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $238 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tucson to Santa Ana (TUS-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tucson to Santa Ana

Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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4:25 pm - 7:40 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:45 am - 11:25 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
3h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$221Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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11:55 am - 4:25 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:50 pm - 10:25 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
7h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$221Southwest
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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7:10 am - 10:50 amTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:20 pm - 9:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
3h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$221Southwest
Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27
American Airlines Logo
11:12 am - 3:31 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 19m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:30 pm - 11:49 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
3h 19m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$253American Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
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9:40 am - 11:45 amTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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4:56 pm - 8:49 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
2h 53m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$277American Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Thu, Jan 7
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12:40 pm - 3:39 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 59m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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9:35 am - 2:16 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
3h 41m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$277American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
2:41 pm - 9:09 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:50 am - 1:35 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
5h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
$311United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
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2:41 pm - 9:09 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:50 am - 1:35 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
5h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
$321United Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 20
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:03 pm - 7:45 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
1h 42mnonstop
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3:51 pm - 6:23 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
1h 32mnonstop
$337Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Tue, Jan 19
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4:04 pm - 4:44 pmTUS  Tucson-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
1h 40mnonstop
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12:52 pm - 3:24 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-TUS Tucson
1h 32mnonstop
$337Alaska Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Tucson to Santa Ana flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Tucson to Santa Ana typically range from $208 to $378. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $221, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tucson to Santa Ana. It’s 29% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Tucson to Santa Ana at $212 round-trip.
•June ($417) and October ($342) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 96% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Tucson to Santa Ana the cheapest?

Flights from Tucson to Santa Ana are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 69% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Tucson to Santa Ana flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$111
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 65% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Tucson to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Tucson to Santa Ana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Tucson to Santa Ana based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Tucson to Santa Ana 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 Tucson to Santa Ana?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 3:31 pm and lands at 5:13 pm
    • Latest: departs at 4:04 pm and lands at 5:46 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 42m.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Tucson to Santa Ana takes 1h 42m, covering 416 miles.

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

    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 Tucson to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Tucson to Santa Ana range from $208 to $378, with an average of $296 over the past 12 months. Anything below $208 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Tucson to Santa Ana flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 80% above the $296 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $238 round-trip via Salt Lake City (SLC), compared to $277 for nonstop.

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

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) variants.

  • Have flight prices from Tucson to Santa Ana 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 $1,203. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Tucson to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $161, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA)?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $58 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo

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

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

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 90% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Tucson to Santa Ana. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $212 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $357, a difference of $145.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Tucson to Santa Ana?

    Only Alaska Airlines operates flights between Tucson and Santa Ana.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 33m, compared with 3h 54m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 5h 06m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What popular places can I visit in Santa Ana?

    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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Tucson to Santa Ana flights?

    Among airlines operating Tucson to Santa Ana flights:

    • Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

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

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $212, about $145 less than Monday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 69% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tucson to Santa Ana trip for April. Fares historically average $212 round-trip in that month - typically $205 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $238 round-trip on this route - about $39 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport.

    • voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
    • Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
    • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

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

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

Direct departures

Tucson to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Monday

Alaska Airlines

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Tuesday

Alaska Airlines

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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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Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Tucson

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

Alaska Airlines

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