Travelling from Orlando to John Wayne Airport (SNA): What you need to know
Start your adventure at Orlando International Airport (MCO), the main airport in Orlando. Look for flights from Orlando to John Wayne Airport (SNA) that depart from this base.
5 hours 30 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Orlando to John Wayne Airport flight.
John Wayne Airport is located in Santa Ana. The city runs on the UTC-8 timezone and is three hours behind Orlando.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Orlando to SNA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
If you're going away during a popular month like March, be at the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Take the express route from Orlando International Airport (MCO). Direct flights from Orlando to John Wayne Airport (SNA) operate from here.
When jetting out of MCO, you can take a direct flight from Orlando to John Wayne Airport with Breeze Airways.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between MCO and SNA is Breeze Airways.
MCO is around 19 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Orlando to John Wayne Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Orlando International Airport:
77% of flights that take off from Orlando International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
MCO's address is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
You can arrive at SFB from central Orlando in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Orlando Sanford International Airport the day before your Orlando to SNA flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69%.
About John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Orlando to John Wayne Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SNA instead:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Orlando to John Wayne Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
The street address for SNA is 18601 Airport Way.
Getting from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana
Central Santa Ana is around 6 kilometres from John Wayne Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Currently, 92 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to John Wayne Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 193 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Orlando to SNA. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Orlando to John Wayne Airport (SNA). July is the busiest month to travel to Santa Ana. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in December.
The warmest month in Santa Ana is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Orlando to SNA plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Orlando to John Wayne Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Santa Ana
Start your Santa Ana trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Orlando to John Wayne Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Orange County Museum of Art, Fine Arts / Art Gallery and Santa Ana Zoo are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Santa Ana itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Santa Ana. Around 129 kilometres away to the southeast, top sights here include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Bakersfield is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometres northwest of Santa Ana. No journey is complete without visiting Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art.
