Travelling from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to John Wayne Airport (SNA): what you need to know
The timezone in Santa Ana is UTC-7, which is two hours behind San Antonio.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SAT to SNA flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Antonio International Airport to John Wayne Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between SAT and SNA include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
At the moment, $119 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to John Wayne Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $170. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SAT to SNA, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from San Antonio International Airport to John Wayne Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SAT to SNA.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Antonio International Airport to John Wayne Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
SAT is located at 9800 Airport Boulevard.
San Antonio International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 83.17% of flights that depart SAT reach their destination without delay.
Central San Antonio to San Antonio International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near SAT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to John Wayne Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SNA if you're catching a late San Antonio International Airport to John Wayne Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a John Wayne Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Green Motion and explore beyond Santa Ana's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from John Wayne Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana
The address for SNA is 18601 Airport Way.
John Wayne Airport to central Santa Ana has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The quietest month for a flight from San Antonio International Airport to John Wayne Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Santa Ana based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from San Antonio International Airport to John Wayne Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Santa Ana, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAT to SNA in February. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
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