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Cheapest return flight
£121
Typical prices: £162-£289
Southwest
Mon 10/12Thu 13/12
DEN - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£146
Typical prices: £165-£291
Southwest
Fri 7/12Sat 8/12
DEN - SNA • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, Southwest, and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 31m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £184 (return)
Shortest trip • 4h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Denver to Santa Ana (DEN-SNA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Denver to Santa Ana

Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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06:50 - 10:50DEN  Denver Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 00m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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09:15 - 14:45SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DEN Denver Intl
4h 30m1 stop Oakland
£121Southwest
Thu, 7 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
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13:50 - 17:30DEN  Denver Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 40m1 stop San Jose
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09:55 - 16:45SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DEN Denver Intl
5h 50m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Salt Lake City
£121Southwest
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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16:30 - 19:20DEN  Denver Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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08:20 - 11:40SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DEN Denver Intl
2h 20mdirect
£122Southwest
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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05:45 - 08:35DEN  Denver Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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13:50 - 17:05SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DEN Denver Intl
2h 15mdirect
£125Southwest
Fri, 11 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
Southwest Logo
16:30 - 19:20DEN  Denver Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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09:15 - 14:45SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DEN Denver Intl
4h 30m1 stop Oakland
£126Southwest
Tue, 8 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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12:08 - 17:57DEN  Denver Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 49m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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07:03 - 14:24SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DEN Denver Intl
6h 21m1 stop Portland
£128Alaska Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Southwest Logo
08:40 - 12:30DEN  Denver Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 50m1 stop Sacramento Intl
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09:15 - 14:45SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DEN Denver Intl
4h 30m1 stop Oakland
£129Southwest
Sun, 13 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
14:51 - 22:30DEN  Denver Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 39m1 stop Portland
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08:05 - 18:26SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DEN Denver Intl
9h 21m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
£138Alaska Airlines
Mon, 7 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
Southwest Logo
20:20 - 21:45DEN  Denver Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
2h 25mdirect
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13:50 - 17:05SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DEN Denver Intl
2h 15mdirect
£146Southwest
Thu, 19 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Delta Logo
05:25 - 09:03DEN  Denver Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 38m1 stop Salt Lake City
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17:15 - 23:14SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DEN Denver Intl
4h 59m1 stop Salt Lake City
£148Delta
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Denver to Santa Ana flights

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How much is a return flight from Denver to Santa Ana?

Return flights from Denver to Santa Ana typically range from £162 to £289. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £121 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Denver to Santa Ana?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Denver to Santa Ana. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Denver to Santa Ana?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Denver to Santa Ana at £190 return.
•July (£270) and June (£268) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Denver to Santa Ana the cheapest?

Flights from Denver to Santa Ana are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Denver to Santa Ana flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 29% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Denver to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Denver to Santa Ana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Denver to Santa Ana based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Denver to Santa Ana flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Denver to Santa Ana?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Denver to Santa Ana:

    • Earliest: departs at 07:35 and lands at 10:06
    • Latest: departs at 20:41 and lands at 23:12.

    The flight takes about 2h 31m.

  • How long is a flight from Denver to Santa Ana?

    A direct flight from Denver to Santa Ana takes 2h 31m, covering 844 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Denver to Santa Ana?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Denver to Santa Ana flight?

    Return flights from Denver to Santa Ana range from £162 to £289, with an average of £229 over the past 12 months. Anything below £162 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Denver to Santa Ana flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 35% above the £229 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Denver to Santa Ana?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £184 return via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared with £231 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Denver to Santa Ana?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £30–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Denver to Santa Ana?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Denver to Santa Ana spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Denver to Santa Ana flights, with 37% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 36%, Afternoon flights for 27%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Denver to Santa Ana changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £121 to £1,074. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Denver to Santa Ana flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Denver to Santa Ana route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Denver to Santa Ana looking right now?

    One-way fares from Denver to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £89, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA)?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £44 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Denver to Santa Ana?

    Flights from Denver to Santa Ana usually depart from Denver Intl (DEN) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Denver to Santa Ana pass through?

    One-stop flights from Denver to Santa Ana most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 54% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) – 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Denver to Santa Ana?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Denver to Santa Ana. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £217 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £245, a difference of £28.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Denver to Santa Ana?

    3 airlines operate flights between Denver and Santa Ana. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Southwest
    • Frontier

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Denver to Santa Ana?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 29m, compared to 7h 16m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 8h 31m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Denver and Santa Ana?

    Santa Ana is 1 hour behind Denver (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Santa Ana?

    Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport is one of the most viewed places in Santa Ana on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Denver to Santa Ana flights?

    Among airlines operating Denver to Santa Ana flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Denver to Santa Ana flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Denver to Santa Ana flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average £217, about £28 less than Tuesday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Denver to Santa Ana trip for January. Fares historically average £190 return in that month – typically £79 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £184 return on this route – about £47 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport.

    • Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
    • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

Prefer to fly direct from Denver to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Denver Intl Airport to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Denver Intl to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Monday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

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Direct returns

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Denver Intl

Monday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

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