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Cheap flights from Santa Ana to San Francisco from $42

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United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:22 amSNA-SMF
3h 22m1 stop
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6:00 am - 12:17 pmSMF-SNA
6h 17m1 stop
$121United Airlines
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Sat, Oct 11 - Mon, Oct 13
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1:00 pm - 9:41 pmSNA-SMF
8h 41m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 12:05 pmSMF-SNA
27h 30m1 stop
$122Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 28
Spirit Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 7:40 amSNA-SMF
18h 40m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 12:05 pmSMF-SNA
3h 30m1 stop
$135Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 2
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6:45 am - 4:50 pmSNA-SMF
10h 05m1 stop
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8:35 am - 12:05 pmSMF-SNA
27h 30m1 stop
$149
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Fri, Sep 26 - Sun, Sep 28
Logo
1:00 pm - 9:41 pmSNA-SMF
8h 41m1 stop
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5:45 pm - 1:15 pmSMF-SNA
19h 30m1 stop
$160
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Thu, Sep 25 - Fri, Sep 26
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6:45 am - 12:31 pmSNA-SMF
5h 46m1 stop
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3:19 pm - 7:08 pmSMF-SNA
27h 49m1 stop
$162
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Fri, Oct 24 - Sun, Oct 26
United Airlines Logo
7:07 pm - 11:33 pmSNA-SMF
4h 26m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:17 pmSMF-SNA
6h 17m1 stop
$163United Airlines
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Fri, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 13
United Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 9:54 pmSNA-SMF
4h 04m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 9:11 amSMF-SNA
3h 26m1 stop
$165United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 1
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 7:00 pmSNA-SMF
1h 30mnonstop
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2:55 pm - 8:15 pmSMF-SNA
5h 20m1 stop
$219Southwest
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Wed, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 4
Southwest Logo
10:30 am - 4:50 pmSNA-SMF
6h 20m1 stop
Southwest Logo
2:55 pm - 8:15 pmSMF-SNA
5h 20m1 stop
$224Southwest
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United Airlines flights from Santa Ana to Sacramento

Our best United Airlines deals on Santa Ana to Sacramento flight tickets
United Airlines
Oct 11
SNA7:00 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 22m
1 stop
SMF10:22 amSacramento Intl
Oct 13
SMF6:00 amSacramento Intl
6h 17m
1 stop
SNA12:17 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
$121
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United Airlines
Oct 10
SNA7:07 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 26m
1 stop
SMF11:33 pmSacramento Intl
Oct 13
SMF6:00 amSacramento Intl
6h 17m
1 stop
SNA12:17 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
$163
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United Airlines
Jan 30
SNA5:50 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 04m
1 stop
SMF9:54 pmSacramento Intl
Feb 1
SMF5:45 amSacramento Intl
3h 26m
1 stop
SNA9:11 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
$165
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Spirit Airlines flights from Santa Ana to Sacramento

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Santa Ana to Sacramento flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Sep 25
SNA1:00 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 41m
1 stop
SMF9:41 pmSacramento Intl
Sep 28
SMF8:35 amSacramento Intl
27h 30m
1 stop
SNA12:05 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
$122
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 29
SNA1:00 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
18h 40m
1 stop
SMF7:40 amSacramento Intl
Oct 2
SMF8:35 amSacramento Intl
3h 30m
1 stop
SNA12:05 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
$135
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 24
SNA2:15 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 26m
1 stop
SMF9:41 pmSacramento Intl
Sep 27
SMF8:35 amSacramento Intl
4h 40m
1 stop
SNA1:15 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
$166
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Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 10/11

7:00 am-10:22 am

1 stop3h 22m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/13

6:00 am-12:17 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$121

Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/25

1:00 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/28

8:35 am-12:05 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$122

Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/29

1:00 pm-7:40 am

1 stop18h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/2

8:35 am-12:05 pm

1 stop3h 30m

$135

Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/26

6:45 am-4:50 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/28

8:35 am-12:05 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$149

Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/25

1:00 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/26

5:45 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$160

Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/24

6:45 am-12:31 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/26

3:19 pm-7:08 pm

1 stop27h 49m

$162

Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/10

7:07 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop4h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/13

6:00 am-12:17 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$163

Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/30

5:50 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop4h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/1

5:45 am-9:11 am

1 stop3h 26m

$165

Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 12/3

5:30 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/4

2:55 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$219

Santa AnaSacramento

SNA - SMF

SNASMF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 12/3

10:30 am-4:50 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/4

2:55 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$224

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento from Santa Ana, with most prices found around $239. If you are unable to visit Sacramento during the month of September, then departing from Santa Ana during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $281.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sacramento?

The cheapest day to depart from Santa Ana to Sacramento is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $153. Flights from Santa Ana to Sacramento on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $190. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sacramento?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Sacramento is at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from Santa Ana to Sacramento at noon for as low as $146. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $197. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Sacramento?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sacramento from Santa Ana when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sacramento for around $309 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sacramento from Santa Ana for as low as $86 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Sacramento Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Santa Ana to Sacramento flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Santa Ana to Sacramento flights are approximately 106% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Sacramento

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

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Best Price Found

$119

Fastest flight time

1h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Sacramento

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Sacramento from Santa Ana in the past 72 hours is $119. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Ana to Sacramento found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $232.
The fastest flight from Santa Ana to Sacramento takes 1h 25m
Direct flights go from Santa Ana to Sacramento every day.
There is 1 airport near Sacramento: Sacramento Intl (SMF)
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  • How far is Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Sacramento Intl by plane?

    A flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Sacramento Intl will travel around 390.2 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 1h 25m.

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

    Prices for flights from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sacramento Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sacramento Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sacramento Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Santa Ana to Sacramento?

  • What is the most popular airline from Santa Ana to Sacramento?

Best airlines flying from Santa Ana to Sacramento

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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FrontierPriceFrom $39Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,173 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $93Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,016 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $119Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,956 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $217Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,245 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Santa Ana to Sacramento

    Southwest flies from Santa Ana to Sacramento around 37 times per week, with 4,245 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from Santa Ana to Sacramento in the last 72 hours was $217 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $338 for Southwest flights on this route.

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