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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 442
Typical prices: C$ 640-C$ 1,185
Frontier
Fri 21/12Wed 3/1
DTW - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 866
Typical prices: C$ 888-C$ 1,498
Delta
Sun 9/12Fri 14/12
DTW - SNA • Direct
Direct flights
6 days a week
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 5h 02m
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 56% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 28% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 413 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Santa Ana (DTW-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Santa Ana

Mon, 21 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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8:28 p.m. - 12:04 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
18h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:13 p.m. - 12:58 a.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl
C$ 442Frontier
Wed, 25 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
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4:10 p.m. - 10:28 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:45 a.m. - 5:06 p.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 442United Airlines
Mon, 21 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan
Frontier Logo
8:28 p.m. - 12:04 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
18h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:18 p.m. - 1:48 p.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
39h 30m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
C$ 446Frontier
Tue, 15 Dec - Tue, 26 Jan
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8:00 a.m. - 3:03 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 03m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:30 a.m. - 5:09 p.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
30h 39m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
C$ 448Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
United Airlines Logo
4:10 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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11:20 a.m. - 10:15 p.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
C$ 449United Airlines
Mon, 21 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan
Frontier Logo
8:28 p.m. - 12:04 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
18h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:35 p.m. - 12:58 a.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
C$ 474Frontier
Tue, 22 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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7:51 a.m. - 12:04 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:13 p.m. - 12:58 a.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl
C$ 508Frontier
Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 15 Dec
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6:30 a.m. - 10:05 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:20 a.m. - 5:20 p.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
C$ 524Southwest
Wed, 9 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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4:15 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:45 a.m. - 5:20 p.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 35m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl
C$ 531Southwest
Tue, 17 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec
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6:55 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 20m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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11:30 a.m. - 10:45 p.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 15m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl
C$ 538Southwest
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana typically range from C$ 640 to C$ 1,185. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 442, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana. It's 11% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 33% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana at C$ 622 round-trip.
•September (C$ 1,041) and August (C$ 1,008) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Santa Ana

 
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Esther Carlstone

Esther Carlstone

Expert on SNA

Esther is a Los Angeles-based travel and lifestyle writer & editor who was born with a major case of wanderlust. She's studied abroad in Spain and England, trekked through Iceland, seen the cherry blossoms bloom in Seoul, adventured all over California, and is constantly searching for her next adventure. As a parent of three, she often takes her family along, exposing her kids to the great wide world.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 320
Beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 36% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Detroit to Santa Ana

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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:25 am and lands at 1:27 pm
    • Latest: departs at 8:30 am and lands at 1:32 pm.

    The flight takes about 5h 02m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana.

  • How long does a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana take?

    A direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana takes 5h 02m, covering 5,062 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana range from C$ 640 to C$ 1,185, with an average of C$ 860 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 640 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 69% above the C$ 860 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 413 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to C$ 1,150 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 49–C$ 126 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 757-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 442 to C$ 2,894. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 377, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 81 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana most commonly connect through:

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 773 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at C$ 1,147, a difference of C$ 373.

    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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    Only Delta operates flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Santa Ana.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 50m, compared with 6h 55m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 15m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Santa Ana?

    Santa Ana is 3 hours behind Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana flights?

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

    • Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in First 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average C$ 773, about C$ 373 less than Monday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Ana trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 622 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 418 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 413 round-trip on this route – about C$ 737 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 Detroit to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

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

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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