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Cheapest round-trip
$418
Typical prices: $415-$668
Frontier
Tue 1/9Sun 1/28
IAD - SNA • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$429
Typical prices: $509-$797
United Airlines
Sun 12/9Sun 12/16
IAD - SNA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 5h 46m
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When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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March
Cheapest • 21% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Provo (PVU)
Cheapest • Avg $305 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 7h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to Santa Ana (IAD-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dulles Intl to Santa Ana

Sat, Jan 9 - Thu, Jan 28
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5:30 am - 3:31 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 01m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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4:48 pm - 7:33 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$418Frontier
Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Jan 4
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8:51 pm - 6:33 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
24h 42m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:54 pm - 6:07 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
12h 13m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$418Frontier
Wed, Jan 13 - Thu, Jan 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:06 am - 2:52 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 46m1 stop Provo
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4:48 pm - 7:33 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$418Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:22 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:12 pm - 10:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$419American Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Jan 6
American Airlines Logo
7:14 am - 2:04 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:12 pm - 10:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$419American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Jan 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 3:44 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
21h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:48 pm - 1:09 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
18h 21m1 stop Provo
$421Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
United Airlines Logo
5:24 pm - 8:19 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 55mnonstop
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8:10 am - 4:15 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 05mnonstop
$429United Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Jan 13
United Airlines Logo
5:24 pm - 8:19 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 55mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 3:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 50mnonstop
$429United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 11
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 10:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
18h 30m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
12:56 pm - 11:36 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 40m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$431Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 13
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 10:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
18h 30m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
2:30 pm - 12:41 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$431Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana typically range from $415 to $668. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $418, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 56% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana at $399 round-trip.
•October ($640) and November ($625) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$122
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 50% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Dulles Intl to Santa Ana

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Your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times currently scheduled from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:24 pm and lands at 11:10 pm
    • Latest: departs at 5:45 pm and lands at 11:31 pm.

    The flight takes about 5h 46m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana takes about 5h 46m, covering 2,259 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana range from $415 to $668, with an average of $506 over the past 12 months. Anything below $415 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 51% above the $506 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $305 round-trip via Provo (PVU), compared to $654 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

    The Boeing 737-700 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana spread across the day?

    Flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Santa Ana typically depart in the evening.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 $418 to $3,131. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $210, which is 27% 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $438 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $793, a difference of $355.

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

  • What airlines fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

    Only United Airlines currently operates flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Santa Ana on a regular basis.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

    Flying via Provo (PVU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 13m, compared with 7h 20m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 26m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Santa Ana?

    Santa Ana is 3 hours behind Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 free seat selection on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana flights?

    Only United Airlines currently offers free seat selection on this route. Availability depends on fare class.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana flights?

    None of the airlines on this route currently offer extra legroom.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana flights?

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

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $438, about $355 less than Sunday fares (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Ana trip for March. Fares historically average $399 round-trip in that month - typically $241 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Provo Airport (PVU) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $305 round-trip on this route - about $348 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.

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

Prefer to fly direct from Washington Dulles Airport to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

 
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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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