Flying from New York to John Wayne Airport (SNA): what you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the departure points for your flight from New York to John Wayne Airport (SNA). Explore your options for setting off from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), two of the city's main airports.
6 hours 1 minute is the average time for a direct flight from New York to John Wayne Airport.
John Wayne Airport is located in Santa Ana. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 3 hours behind New York.
With 27 direct flights a week between the two airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) is the busiest route. United operates the earliest flight at 06:40. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from EWR to SNA is with United at 18:45.
Your flight from New York to SNA won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
August is a busy month for travelling. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to John Wayne Airport (SNA) can be booked from this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from New York to John Wayne Airport with United. This top airline offers services from EWR.
From central New York, EWR is around 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Need a convenient hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from New York to John Wayne Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from New York to John Wayne Airport (SNA)? Browse the fares flying out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
United operates direct flights from New York to SNA leaving from JFK. Book your preferred window seat and reach your destination in a single stretch.
JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. It'll take 48 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from New York to SNA, stay in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
About John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to John Wayne Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SNA instead:
Getting from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana
John Wayne Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Santa Ana. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
84 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to John Wayne Airport. Return flights start from 152 €. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to score cheap tickets from New York to SNA.
You'll snag the best savings on your tickets from New York to John Wayne Airport if you plan your break for May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from New York to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
May is the quietest time to fly to Santa Ana. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from New York to John Wayne Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Santa Ana. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from New York to SNA sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from New York to John Wayne Airport in February when temperatures average between 7ºC and 25ºC.
More about Santa Ana
Start your Santa Ana trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to John Wayne Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Santa Ana is to visit its top sights. Some highlights include Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park, Sasscer Park and Hana Field by Tanaka Farms.
Complete your Santa Ana trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Santa Ana and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from New York to John Wayne Airport.
