Flying from Sacramento to John Wayne Airport (SNA): what you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the departure points for your flight from Sacramento to John Wayne Airport (SNA). Explore your options for taking off from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) or Stockton Airport (SCK), two of the city's main airports.
Take a direct flight from Sacramento to John Wayne Airport and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Santa Ana (where John Wayne Airport is located) and Sacramento share the UTC-7 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
The most popular route is from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport (SNA), with 32 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SMF to SNA is the 06:35 Southwest Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 20:45 with Southwest Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sacramento to SNA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
August is a busy month for air travel. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Take the express route from Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Nonstop flights from Sacramento to John Wayne Airport (SNA) can be booked from here.
Southwest Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Sacramento to John Wayne Airport leaving from SMF.
SMF is around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of arriving at the airport on time. If you're searching for somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento to John Wayne Airport, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. It's a short ride from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to John Wayne Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SNA instead:
Getting from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana
From John Wayne Airport, Santa Ana is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
For a one-way ticket from Sacramento to John Wayne Airport, 49 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from 92 €. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Sacramento to SNA.
The cheapest month for tickets from Sacramento to John Wayne Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sacramento to John Wayne Airport. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Santa Ana in May when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Santa Ana is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Sacramento to SNA in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Sacramento to John Wayne Airport in February when temperatures average between 7ºC and 25ºC.
More about Santa Ana
After locking in your flight from Sacramento to John Wayne Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Santa Ana:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park, Sasscer Park and Hana Field by Tanaka Farms are must-visits when exploring Santa Ana.
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