Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to John Wayne Airport (SNA): what you need to know
Santa Ana is three hours behind Ottawa and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YOW to SNA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
182 € is the best price for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to John Wayne Airport flight. Return flights start at 312 €. These fares may change based on availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YOW to SNA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to John Wayne Airport.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, data shows 58.21% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near YOW? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to John Wayne Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to John Wayne Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SNA instead:
Grab a John Wayne Airport rental car and explore Santa Ana and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Green Motion are top providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from John Wayne Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana
You'll find SNA at 18601 Airport Way.
John Wayne Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Santa Ana. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to John Wayne Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Santa Ana. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to John Wayne Airport for August if you want to explore Santa Ana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YOW to SNA in February. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Santa Ana is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 48 kilometres north-west of Santa Ana, a visit to Los Angeles will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in United States, head for San Diego, about 129 kilometres south-east of Santa Ana. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are highlights.
