How far in advance should I book tickets for a flight with United Airlines from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

Generally, when trying to get a below average price for your ticket, try to book around 12 days before departure. For the cheapest possible price, our data suggests booking 84 days before departure.

Is United Airlines the cheapest airline to fly with from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

With an average price of $226 return, United Airlines is not the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco with. Instead, for the lowest price, our data suggests flying with Spirit Airlines, where a return flight costs $120 on average.

Does United Airlines fly direct to San Francisco from Santa Ana?

Yes, United Airlines does offer direct flights for the route, with around 36 flights per week.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco with United Airlines?

On average, the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco with United Airlines is Tuesday, when prices are around $28. The most expensive day is generally Saturday, where the average price is around $98.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco with United Airlines?

The cheapest month for United Airlines flights to San Francisco from Santa Ana is generally January, where plane tickets cost $98 on average. If possible, try to avoid the most expensive months of December and November, where tickets cost $223 and $231 respectively.

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Recent round-trip United Airlines flight deals from Santa Ana to San Francisco

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

6:25 pm - 8:07 pm

SNA

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1h 42mnonstop

10:40 am - 12:15 pm

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SNA

1h 35mnonstop

$197United Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Fri, Apr 17

2:38 pm - 4:03 pm

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1h 25mnonstop

10:34 am - 12:18 pm

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1h 44mnonstop

$216United Airlines

Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 1

7:50 am - 9:25 am

SNA

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1h 35mnonstop

7:10 pm - 8:50 pm

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1h 40mnonstop

$226United Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Apr 16

7:15 am - 8:45 am

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1h 30mnonstop

1:50 pm - 3:43 pm

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SNA

1h 53mnonstop

$236United Airlines

Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 17

7:25 am - 9:07 am

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1h 42mnonstop

1:05 pm - 2:48 pm

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SNA

1h 43mnonstop

$252United Airlines

Sat, Jan 10 - Tue, Jan 13

9:22 am - 11:15 am

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1h 53mnonstop

7:20 am - 8:58 am

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SNA

1h 38mnonstop

$277United Airlines

Mon, Jan 26 - Thu, Jan 29

3:41 pm - 5:34 pm

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1h 53mnonstop

10:40 am - 12:15 pm

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SNA

1h 35mnonstop

$297United Airlines

Tue, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 9

10:00 am - 11:53 am

SNA

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1h 53mnonstop

4:50 pm - 6:29 pm

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SNA

1h 39mnonstop

$357United Airlines

Fri, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 7

7:00 am - 10:58 pm

SNA

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15h 58m1 stop

7:10 pm - 8:42 pm

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SNA

1h 32mnonstop

$390United Airlines

Fri, Jan 2 - Fri, Jan 2

7:04 am - 8:45 am

SNA

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1h 41mnonstop

10:52 am - 12:22 pm

SFO

SNA

1h 30mnonstop

$442United Airlines

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Low season	August
High season	May
Cheapest flight	$99
Average price round-trip	$284

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 27% lower on average.

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How far in advance should I book tickets for a flight with United Airlines from Santa Ana to San Francisco?
Generally, when trying to get a below average price for your ticket, try to book around 12 days before departure. For the cheapest possible price, our data suggests booking 84 days before departure.
Is United Airlines the cheapest airline to fly with from Santa Ana to San Francisco?
With an average price of $226 return, United Airlines is not the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco with. Instead, for the lowest price, our data suggests flying with Spirit Airlines, where a return flight costs $120 on average.
What is the cheapest United Airlines flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco?
In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight with United Airlines from Santa Ana to San Francisco was $103 for a return flight and $73 for a one-way flight.
Does United Airlines fly direct to San Francisco from Santa Ana?
Yes, United Airlines does offer direct flights for the route, with around 36 flights per week.
What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco with United Airlines?
On average, the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco with United Airlines is Tuesday, when prices are around $28. The most expensive day is generally Saturday, where the average price is around $98.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco with United Airlines?
The cheapest month for United Airlines flights to San Francisco from Santa Ana is generally January, where plane tickets cost $98 on average. If possible, try to avoid the most expensive months of December and November, where tickets cost $223 and $231 respectively.

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10.0 Wonderful

Rob, Dec 2025

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ORD

They did the one thing that really matters - got to Chicago early.

8.0 Very good

Verified traveler, Dec 2025

ORD

PHX

I liked the snacks and the flight attendants were friendly.

10.0 Wonderful

Betty, Dec 2025

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10.0 Wonderful

Betty, Dec 2025

UIO

IAH

Very Good!! Offered drinks and very polite

2.0 Poor

Verified traveler, Dec 2025

ATL

FRA

Gate agent at Frankfurt was terrible. She denied PRE boarding even as it was printed on the boarding pass. Refused to look at the boarding pass and literally shouting for no reason. Frankfurt airport has horrible and rude staff who avoids trying to answer any question at all. Overall, horrible experience.

10.0 Wonderful

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YUL

IAD

Everything was incredible. thank you

8.0 Very good

Verified traveler, Dec 2025

LGA

ORD

They were professional and courteous.

2.0 Poor

Verified traveler, Dec 2025

MSY

EWR

The aircraft reliability cancelled the trip.

4.0 Mediocre

Claudia, Dec 2025

IAD

GUA

The Crew and the food was the worst I ever had in Business Class. First they told us there were no space for carry on. It was plenty of space over our 2 row seats, we had to ask to let us travel with it which was accepted. They were aware that we had to run for the connection due to the previous flight delay. Have us one hour waiting for more customers and not even offer a glass of water. Then started the service and they started to serve other passengers drinks in business and did not offer any drinks until they serve our pre ordered meal and I ask for something to drink. I had to wait until they finished to serve all passengers until Inget something. The crew was the worts I ever had for Business Class in my life.

6.0 Okay

Claudia, Dec 2025

AMS

IAD

The flight was delayed for 1:30 hours for maintenance issues. They should give more information about connecting flights. For a Business Cabin the Crew was mediocre.

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How far in advance should I book tickets for a flight with United Airlines from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

Generally, when trying to get a below average price for your ticket, try to book around 12 days before departure. For the cheapest possible price, our data suggests booking 84 days before departure.

Is United Airlines the cheapest airline to fly with from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

With an average price of $226 return, United Airlines is not the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco with. Instead, for the lowest price, our data suggests flying with Spirit Airlines, where a return flight costs $120 on average.

What is the cheapest United Airlines flight from Santa Ana to San Francisco?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight with United Airlines from Santa Ana to San Francisco was $103 for a return flight and $73 for a one-way flight.

Does United Airlines fly direct to San Francisco from Santa Ana?

Yes, United Airlines does offer direct flights for the route, with around 36 flights per week.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco with United Airlines?

On average, the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco with United Airlines is Tuesday, when prices are around $28. The most expensive day is generally Saturday, where the average price is around $98.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to San Francisco with United Airlines?

The cheapest month for United Airlines flights to San Francisco from Santa Ana is generally January, where plane tickets cost $98 on average. If possible, try to avoid the most expensive months of December and November, where tickets cost $223 and $231 respectively.

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