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

Flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana usually depart from Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana: • Economy Class • First Class

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

One-stop flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana most commonly connect through: • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 59% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 20% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 16% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $323 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $876, a difference of $553. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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.

How long is a flight from Wilmington to Santa Ana?

A nonstop flight from Wilmington to Santa Ana takes 00m, covering 2,274 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Wilmington 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.

Have flight prices from Wilmington 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 $433 to $2,009. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Wilmington to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $338, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 52m, compared with 7h 55m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 08m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

What is the time difference between Wilmington and Santa Ana?

Santa Ana is 3 hours behind Wilmington (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

How much should I expect to pay for a Wilmington to Santa Ana flight?

Round-trip flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana range from $342 to $598, with an average of $471 over the past 12 months. Anything below $342 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana typically range from $342 to $598. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $433, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wilmington to Santa Ana. It’s 32% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 85% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to Santa Ana at $290 round-trip. •April ($839) and November ($668) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 189% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Wilmington to Santa Ana?

Delta ($433) and American Airlines ($489) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Wilmington to Santa Ana according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Wilmington to Santa Ana?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the Wilmington to Santa Ana route. 59% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DFW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Wilmington to Santa Ana?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $330. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Wilmington to Santa Ana which airport offers the shortest layover?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Wilmington to Santa Ana layovers at 4h 50m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Wilmington to Santa Ana

Wed, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 13

6:00 am - 11:13 amILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

8h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:55 am - 11:04 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$433Delta

Sat, Feb 27 - Thu, Mar 4

2:50 pm - 9:19 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

9h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:45 am - 7:39 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

8h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$489American Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8

6:07 am - 11:48 amILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

8h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:45 am - 4:43 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

6h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$489Delta

Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 13

6:00 am - 11:13 amILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

8h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:55 am - 11:04 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$489Delta

Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8

1:00 pm - 10:15 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

12h 15m2 stops Newark Denver Intl

6:19 pm - 12:22 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

15h 03m2 stops San Francisco Newark

$504United Airlines

Thu, Apr 8 - Tue, Apr 13

6:00 am - 11:13 amILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

8h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:55 am - 11:04 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$515Delta

Sun, Apr 4 - Tue, Apr 13

6:00 am - 11:13 amILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

8h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:55 am - 11:04 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$515Delta

Fri, Apr 9 - Tue, Apr 13

6:00 am - 11:13 amILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

8h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:55 am - 11:04 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$515Delta

Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8

1:00 pm - 10:30 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

12h 30m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:55 am - 11:44 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

11h 49m2 stops Denver Intl Newark

$526United Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8

6:13 pm - 10:22 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

7h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

10:47 am - 10:49 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

9h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$538American Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Wilmington to Santa Ana

Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9

6:00 am - 4:46 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

13h 46m2 stops Newark San Francisco

8:00 pm - 11:22 amSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

12h 22m2 stops San Francisco Newark

$574United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10

5:15 pm - 10:12 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

7h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:45 am - 4:49 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

7h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$582Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10

6:20 pm - 10:32 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

7h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

9:55 am - 9:31 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

8h 36m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas

$610American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10

4:12 pm - 10:32 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

9h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

9:12 am - 11:11 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

10h 59m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas

$610American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10

4:12 pm - 10:32 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

9h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:45 am - 9:31 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

11h 46m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas

$610American Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9

3:35 pm - 10:32 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

9h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:45 am - 9:31 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

11h 46m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas

$621American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10

3:05 pm - 10:32 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

10h 27m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

9:12 am - 11:11 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

10h 59m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas

$649American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10

4:12 pm - 10:32 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

9h 20m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

8:00 am - 9:31 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

10h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas

$649American Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9

5:26 pm - 10:32 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

8h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

12:10 pm - 10:46 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

7h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$676American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10

3:05 pm - 10:34 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

10h 29m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

9:55 am - 11:11 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

10h 16m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas

$678American Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Wilmington to Santa Ana? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Wilmington to Santa Ana departing in april.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wilmington to Santa Ana?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wilmington to Santa Ana. It’s 32% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 85% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to Santa Ana? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to Santa Ana at $290 round-trip.
•April ($839) and November ($668) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 189% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from Wilmington to Santa Ana?
A nonstop flight from Wilmington to Santa Ana takes 00m, covering 2,274 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Wilmington 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 Wilmington to Santa Ana flight?
Round-trip flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana range from $342 to $598, with an average of $471 over the past 12 months. Anything below $342 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Wilmington 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 $433 to $2,009. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Wilmington to Santa Ana looking right now?
One-way fares from Wilmington to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $338, which is 28% 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 Wilmington to Santa Ana?
Flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana usually depart from Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).
Which airports do connecting flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana pass through?
One-stop flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana most commonly connect through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 59% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 16% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 5% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $323 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $876, a difference of $553.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Wilmington to Santa Ana?
Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 52m, compared with 7h 55m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 08m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
What is the time difference between Wilmington and Santa Ana?
Santa Ana is 3 hours behind Wilmington (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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $323, about $553 less than Monday fares (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Wilmington to Santa Ana trip for January. Fares historically average $290 round-trip in that month - typically $549 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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

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