Traveling from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tucson International Airport (TUS): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 1 hour 43 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from John Wayne Airport to Tucson International Airport. Tucson and Santa Ana have the same timezone (UTC-7).
You can choose from 2 weekly flights from John Wayne Airport to Tucson International Airport. The 10:45 departure with Alaska Airlines is the earliest flight you can take between SNA and TUS. Alaska Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 14:10 if early starts aren't your thing.
If you're jetting off during a public holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
If you'd like to break up your flight from John Wayne Airport to Tucson International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the SNA - TUS route are:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from John Wayne Airport to Tucson International Airport is $80. The cheapest price for a return flight is $168. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from SNA to TUS by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from John Wayne Airport to Tucson International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about John Wayne Airport (SNA)
John Wayne Airport is around 5 miles from central Santa Ana. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near SNA. Whether you're taking an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Tucson International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Tucson International Airport (TUS)
If you're on a late flight from John Wayne Airport to Tucson International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near TUS:
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
Tucson International Airport to the center of Tucson takes around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 miles away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting to the center on public transport will take you around 3 hours and 5 minutes.
When to fly to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
October is the most popular month for flights from John Wayne Airport to Tucson International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Tucson in May.
Lock in your flight from John Wayne Airport to Tucson International Airport for June if you'd like to explore Tucson during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 66ºF and 100ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from SNA to TUS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 36ºF and 68ºF on average.
More about Tucson
As soon as you've locked in your flights from SNA to TUS, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Tucson. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. The University of Arizona, Reid Park Zoo and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base are must-do's during your Tucson adventure.
Complete your Tucson trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Tucson International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Tucson vacation.
