Cheap Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Santa Ana John Wayne (SNA)

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Flight deals from Des Moines to Santa Ana John Wayne

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Des Moines to Santa Ana John Wayne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Des Moines to Santa Ana John Wayne flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Des Moines to Santa Ana John Wayne

Des Moines to Santa Ana John Wayne: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Des Moines to Santa Ana below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Santa Ana John Wayne.

Des Moines to Santa Ana: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$69
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time3 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airlineAllegiant Air
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Des Moines to Santa Ana John Wayne: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Santa Ana John Wayne is $137. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Des Moines to Santa Ana John Wayne.
Allegiant Air flies direct from Des Moines to Santa Ana John Wayne.
There are 3 flights per week flying from Des Moines to Santa Ana John Wayne, as of October 2024.
The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Santa Ana John Wayne is usually October 2024.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Santa Ana John Wayne Airport on Sunday, January 12, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 52 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Santa Ana John Wayne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Santa Ana is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Santa Ana John Wayne.

Traveling from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to John Wayne Airport (SNA): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Des Moines International Airport to John Wayne Airport takes on average 3 hours 44 minutes. The timezone in Santa Ana is UTC-7, which is 2 hours behind Des Moines.

  • Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Des Moines International Airport to John Wayne Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the top stopovers between DSM and SNA:

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

    • Denver International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)

  • $69 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Des Moines International Airport to John Wayne Airport. A return flight starts from $137. These prices may change based on demand.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from DSM to SNA, reserve your trip 10 months ahead of your departure.

  • June is the cheapest month for tickets from Des Moines International Airport to John Wayne Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from DSM to SNA. You don't need to check every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll tell you the moment the price changes.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Des Moines International Airport to John Wayne Airport.

Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

Arriving at John Wayne Airport (SNA)

Getting from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana

  • John Wayne Airport is approximately 5 miles from the center of Santa Ana. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.

  • Traveling on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 5 minutes.

When to fly to John Wayne Airport (SNA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Des Moines International Airport to John Wayne Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Santa Ana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book your flight from Des Moines 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 61ºF and 90ºF.

  • Look for cheap tickets from DSM to SNA in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 45ºF and 77ºF on average.

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