Travelling from Dallas to John Wayne Airport (SNA): what you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Dallas to John Wayne Airport (SNA). Explore your options for setting off from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field (DAL), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 18 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Dallas to John Wayne Airport.
The timezone in Santa Ana is UTC-7, which is 2 hours behind Dallas. John Wayne Airport is located in Santa Ana.
The busiest route is from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to John Wayne Airport (SNA), with 77 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DFW to SNA is the 07:00 American Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 20:55 with American Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Dallas to SNA.
July is a busy travel month. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Nonstop flights from Dallas to John Wayne Airport (SNA) can be booked from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Dallas to John Wayne Airport with Frontier Airlines. This popular airline offers services from DFW.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Dallas, DFW can be reached in about 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 3 hours and 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dallas to John Wayne Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
About John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Consider staying in a hotel near SNA if you're taking a late flight from Dallas to John Wayne Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
$51 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to John Wayne Airport. Return flights start from $238. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
You're more likely to find flight tickets from Dallas to SNA if you book 9 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this route are typically at their lowest.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Dallas to John Wayne Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Dallas to John Wayne Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to Santa Ana. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Santa Ana is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Dallas to SNA in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Dallas to John Wayne Airport in February when temperatures average between 7ºC and 25ºC.
More about Santa Ana
Start your Santa Ana trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dallas to John Wayne Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park and Sasscer Park are a couple of top attractions to put on your Santa Ana travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Hana Field by Tanaka Farms.
Complete your Santa Ana trip with a car rental
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