Travelling from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from John Wayne Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Santa Ana and Phoenix are in the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Take your pick of 173 weekly John Wayne Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flights. The 06:32 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 21:30.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your SNA to PHX flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from John Wayne Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Phoenix (and then other parts of United States) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with:
American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
American Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for SNA to PHX flights, with 88.15% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from John Wayne Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SNA and PHX include:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
San Francisco International Airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
At the moment, 35 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 87 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from SNA to PHX by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from John Wayne Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SNA to PHX is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from John Wayne Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport.
Handy information about John Wayne Airport (SNA)
You'll find SNA at 18601 Airport Way.
81.53% of flights leaving John Wayne Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when flying out of SNA.
John Wayne Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near SNA? If you're catching an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
If you're arriving on a late John Wayne Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near PHX:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Phoenix and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
From Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, Phoenix is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from John Wayne Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Phoenix. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your flights from John Wayne Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from SNA to PHX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Phoenix has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 483 kilometres west of Phoenix, a trip to San Diego will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.