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Spirit Airlines Logo
9:01 am - 12:25 pm
DTW
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SNA
6h 24m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 6:20 pm
SNA
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DTW
8h 35m
1 stop
$171Spirit Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 28
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9:01 am - 12:25 pm
DTW
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SNA
6h 24m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 11:57 pm
SNA
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DTW
14h 12m
2 stops
$189Spirit Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 28
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9:01 am - 12:25 pm
DTW
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SNA
6h 24m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
4:37 pm - 11:45 am
SNA
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DTW
16h 08m
2 stops
$193Spirit Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 4
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9:01 am - 3:42 pm
DTW
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SNA
9h 41m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:53 pm - 4:35 am
SNA
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DTW
10h 42m
1 stop
$197Spirit Airlines
Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 16
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9:01 am - 12:25 pm
DTW
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SNA
6h 24m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
4:37 pm - 4:30 am
SNA
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DTW
8h 53m
1 stop
$205Spirit Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 4
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9:01 am - 8:57 pm
DTW
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SNA
14h 56m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
10:48 am - 4:35 am
SNA
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DTW
14h 47m
1 stop
$212Spirit Airlines
Mon, Mar 9 - Fri, Mar 13
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10:27 pm - 10:47 am
DTW
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SNA
15h 20m
1 stop
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6:45 am - 4:35 am
SNA
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DTW
18h 50m
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$215Multiple Airlines
Fri, Mar 6 - Fri, Mar 13
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1:02 pm - 8:57 pm
DTW
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SNA
10h 55m
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Spirit Airlines Logo
4:37 pm - 6:05 am
SNA
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DTW
10h 28m
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$217Spirit Airlines
Sat, Apr 18 - Mon, Apr 27
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9:01 am - 8:57 pm
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SNA
14h 56m
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1:20 pm - 4:40 am
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DTW
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$225Spirit Airlines
Fri, Mar 6 - Wed, Mar 11
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1:02 pm - 8:57 pm
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10h 55m
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1:20 pm - 6:05 am
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DTW
13h 45m
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$228Spirit Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Fri, Apr 17

Frontier flights from Detroit to Santa Ana, California

Our best Frontier deals on Detroit to Santa Ana, California flight tickets
Frontier
Mar 7
DTW11:54 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 53m
1 stop
SNA9:47 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Mar 14
SNA11:32 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
20h 27m
1 stop
DTW10:59 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$240
Frontier
Feb 25
DTW5:28 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
17h 45m
2 stops
SNA8:13 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Mar 1
SNA11:22 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
27h 45m
1 stop
DTW6:07 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$257
Frontier
Feb 23
DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 46m
1 stop
SNA10:46 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Feb 28
SNA12:25 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 30m
1 stop
DTW11:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$266

Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to Santa Ana, California

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Detroit to Santa Ana, California flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Feb 24
DTW9:01 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 24m
1 stop
SNA12:25 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Feb 28
SNA6:45 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 35m
1 stop
DTW6:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$171
Spirit Airlines
Feb 24
DTW9:01 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 24m
1 stop
SNA12:25 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Feb 28
SNA6:45 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
14h 12m
2 stops
DTW11:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$189
Spirit Airlines
Mar 4
DTW9:01 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 24m
1 stop
SNA12:25 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Mar 4
SNA4:37 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
16h 08m
2 stops
DTW11:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$193

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DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/24

9:01 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/28

6:45 am-6:20 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$171

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/24

9:01 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/28

6:45 am-11:57 pm

2 stops14h 12m

$189

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

9:01 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/4

4:37 pm-11:45 am

2 stops16h 08m

$193

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

9:01 am-3:42 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/16

2:53 pm-4:35 am

1 stop10h 42m

$197

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

9:01 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/4

4:37 pm-4:30 am

1 stop8h 53m

$205

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

9:01 am-8:57 pm

1 stop14h 56m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 3/13

10:48 am-4:35 am

1 stop14h 47m

$212

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/6

10:27 pm-10:47 am

1 stop15h 20m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 3/13

6:45 am-4:35 am

1 stop18h 50m

$215

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/18

1:02 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop10h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/27

4:37 pm-6:05 am

1 stop10h 28m

$217

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/6

9:01 am-8:57 pm

1 stop14h 56m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/11

1:20 pm-4:40 am

1 stop12h 20m

$225

DetroitSanta Ana

DTW - SNA

DTWSNA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/15

1:02 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop10h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 4/17

1:20 pm-6:05 am

1 stop13h 45m

$228

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit to Santa Ana, California

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Santa Ana, California?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Ana, California?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Santa Ana, California. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $278. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to Santa Ana, California from Detroit during July instead. Flights to Santa Ana, California in July, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around $294.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Santa Ana, California?

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit to Santa Ana, California is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Santa Ana, California on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $389. The most expensive day to fly to Santa Ana, California is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $689.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty flight route?

Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty for the best Detroit - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Santa Ana, California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Santa Ana, California from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Santa Ana, California for around $487 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Santa Ana, California from Detroit for as low as $158 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Detroit to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit to Santa Ana, California flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Detroit to Santa Ana, California.

How have Detroit to Santa Ana, California flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Detroit to Santa Ana, California flights are approximately 19% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Detroit to Santa Ana, California

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Detroit to Santa Ana, California according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Detroit to Santa Ana, California (DTT to SNA) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$398

Fastest flight time

4h 53m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat

Airports in Santa Ana, California

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Santa Ana, California from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $398. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Santa Ana, California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $599.
The fastest flight from Detroit to Santa Ana, California takes 4h 53m
Direct flights go from Detroit to Santa Ana, California on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is Delta.
There is 1 airport in Santa Ana, California. From Detroit there are direct flights to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).
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  • How far is Detroit to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty by plane?

    A flight from Detroit to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty will travel around 1968.3 mi. 4h 53m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport?

    Prices for flights from Detroit to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to Santa Ana, California?

  • What is the most popular airline from Detroit to Santa Ana, California?

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Santa Ana, California

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $104Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,405 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $139Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,051 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,216 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $384Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,272 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $399Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,138 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From Detroit to Santa Ana, California

    Delta is one of the most popular airlines flying from Detroit to Santa Ana, California, operating 5 flights/week on average for this route. A good Delta flight deal for Detroit to Santa Ana, California starts from $399 round-trip, up to an average price of $638. Our users have rated Delta at 7.9/10.

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