Flying from Seattle to John Wayne Airport (SNA): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Seattle's main airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE). Check out your options for booking a flight from Seattle to John Wayne Airport (SNA) taking off from either of these.
The average time for a direct Seattle to John Wayne Airport flight is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Santa Ana's timezone is UTC-8, which is the same as Seattle. John Wayne Airport is located in Santa Ana.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) is the most popular route. There are 74 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Alaska Airlines at 7:50pm. Go for the first SEA to SNA departure with Alaska Airlines at 6am if you'd rather get a move on.
To ensure you get on your flight from Seattle to SNA, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
July is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like July Fourth, 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 Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can take a direct flight from Seattle to John Wayne Airport (SNA) out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
When departing from SEA, you can take a direct flight from Seattle to John Wayne Airport with Alaska Airlines.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between SEA and SNA is Alaska Airlines.
With a dependable 84.2% of services landing on schedule, Alaska Airlines is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to John Wayne Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
80% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of SEA.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
Consider beginning your travels from Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE). You can book a direct Seattle to John Wayne Airport (SNA) plane ticket from this hub.
From PAE, direct flights from Seattle to SNA are offered by Alaska Airlines.
On the PAE to SNA route, Alaska Airlines is the go-to airline for most travellers.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying from Seattle Paine Field International Airport to John Wayne Airport, with 68.85% of its services arriving as scheduled.
With public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to PAE in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Seattle Paine Field International Airport the day before your Seattle to SNA flight:
Seattle Paine Field International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
About John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to John Wayne Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SNA instead:
To get the best deal, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Seattle to John Wayne Airport flight.
The street address for SNA is 18601 Airport Way.
Getting from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana
Central Santa Ana is around 6 kilometres from John Wayne Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
At the moment, $128 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to John Wayne Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $201. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to SNA. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Santa Ana. July is when most people book flights from Seattle to John Wayne Airport (SNA), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Seattle to SNA plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Santa Ana to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 6ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to John Wayne Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Santa Ana
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to John Wayne Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Santa Ana:
Your trip to Santa Ana won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions worth exploring include Orange County Museum of Art, Fine Arts / Art Gallery and Santa Ana Zoo.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Santa Ana, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 129 kilometres southeast to San Diego to check off its top attractions. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 209 kilometres northwest of Santa Ana, Bakersfield is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art.
