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C$ 153 Find Cheap Flights from Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana)

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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 274
Overall average: C$ 458
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/4Mon 13/4
YVR - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 289
Typical prices: C$ 401-C$ 678
Air Canada
Fri 6/3Tue 10/3
YVR - SNA • Direct
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United's Economy Plus offers 15 cm more legroom.
WestJet's Premium cabin includes two free checked bags.
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Air Canada
Cheapest • from C$ 289 (round-trip)
Alaska Airlines
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
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Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 425 (round-trip)
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Shortest trip • 5h 20m (one-way)
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When to book
4 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Santa Ana (YVR-SNA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Vancouver to Santa Ana that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Vancouver to Santa Ana

Thu, 9 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr
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3:40 p.m. - 7:40 p.m.
YVR
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SNA
28h 00m
1 stop
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2:53 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.
SNA
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YVR
7h 27m
1 stop
C$ 274Multiple Airlines
Fri, 6 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
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8:15 a.m. - 11:25 a.m.
YVR
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SNA
3h 10mdirect
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12:25 p.m. - 3:32 p.m.
SNA
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YVR
3h 07mdirect
C$ 289Air Canada
Thu, 9 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr
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3:40 p.m. - 7:40 p.m.
YVR
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SNA
28h 00m
1 stop
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2:53 p.m. - 4:07 p.m.
SNA
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YVR
25h 14m
1 stop
C$ 304Multiple Airlines
Sat, 11 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr
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4:35 p.m. - 11:28 a.m.
YVR
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SNA
18h 53m
1 stop
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2:53 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.
SNA
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YVR
7h 27m
1 stop
C$ 305Multiple Airlines
Mon, 6 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr
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3:40 p.m. - 9:53 a.m.
YVR
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SNA
18h 13m
1 stop
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2:53 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.
SNA
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YVR
7h 27m
1 stop
C$ 309Multiple Airlines
Thu, 9 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr
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11:45 a.m. - 9:13 p.m.
YVR
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SNA
9h 28m
2 stops
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10:48 a.m. - 10:20 p.m.
SNA
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YVR
11h 32m
1 stop
C$ 313Multiple Airlines
Fri, 10 Apr - Sun, 12 Apr
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3:40 p.m. - 9:13 p.m.
YVR
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SNA
5h 33m
1 stop
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6:22 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.
SNA
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YVR
27h 58m
1 stop
C$ 315Multiple Airlines
Sun, 26 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr
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9:25 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
YVR
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SNA
7h 35m
1 stop
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5:50 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.
SNA
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YVR
6h 25m
1 stop
C$ 316WestJet
Thu, 9 Apr - Sun, 12 Apr
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3:40 p.m. - 9:13 p.m.
YVR
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SNA
5h 33m
1 stop
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6:22 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.
SNA
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YVR
27h 58m
1 stop
C$ 317Multiple Airlines
Thu, 9 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr
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3:40 p.m. - 9:13 p.m.
YVR
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SNA
5h 33m
1 stop
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2:53 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
SNA
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YVR
23h 37m
2 stops
C$ 320Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Vancouver to Santa Ana flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Vancouver to Santa Ana to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Ana clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana), Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from John Wayne (Santa Ana) back to Vancouver, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Tuesday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Ana, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Ana is September, where tickets cost C$ 350 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 513 and C$ 512 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 494 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Ana, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Ana, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 49% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flightC$ 153
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (13% more expensive on average)
Flight from Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana)

When to book flights from Vancouver to Santa Ana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vancouver 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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FAQs for booking Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana) flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Ana?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Ana was C$ 153 for a one-way ticket and C$ 274 for a round-trip.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    On your way to John Wayne (Santa Ana), you’ll fly out from Vancouver Intl. You’ll be landing at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, WestJet, and United Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana) flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana) flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Vancouver and John Wayne (Santa Ana), with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    There are direct flights from Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana) on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Vancouver to Santa Ana, Alaska Airlines or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Vancouver to Santa Ana are Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of C$ 595 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 503 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana).

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to John Wayne (Santa Ana) from Vancouver is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to John Wayne (Santa Ana) with an airline and back to Vancouver with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Vancouver to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to John Wayne (Santa Ana) from Vancouver up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Ana

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 180 or less one-way and C$ 431 or less round-trip.

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

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Vancouver Intl to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty.
Find which airlines fly direct from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Vancouver Intl to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Monday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Tuesday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Wednesday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Thursday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Friday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Saturday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Sunday

Air Canada

Air Canada

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Direct returns

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Vancouver Intl

Monday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Tuesday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Wednesday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Thursday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Friday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Saturday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Sunday

Air Canada

Air Canada

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Vancouver to Santa Ana

 
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 11938 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.1Food
8.5Crew
7.0Entertainment
7.8Comfort
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The boarding process could be clearer, there's never a call for group f

8.0 ExcellentCarlos, Feb 2026
JFK - SAN
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The boarding process could be clearer, there's never a call for group f

I bought tickets MONTHS ago for a flight that left SAN at 14:30. That is what it says on our tickets. I was never notified of any time changes. During online check-in. I discovered the flight time had been changed to 15:45. This was unacceptable and had I been notified, I would have changed flights, or airlines. That departure time was unworkable with our plans. We called Alaska and asked for an explanation. They said flight time was changed 11/08/25. No proof of notification could be offered. We asked to be moved to an earlier flight. After much pleading, the rep said she would allow a “one time exception..” While I appreciate being moved, this was YOUR fault Alaska Airlines.

Representatives both at the gate and on the plane have zero interest in helping you! It’s really unfortunate…

The planes were in very nice condition. Comfortable enough leg room. I had a very quick connection on my return home I made it just fine and so did my luggage!!

We left late; had to land in Minneapolis unscheduled to refuel and then landed in interior instead of lax at 2am......

I was in economy class and there was plenty of leg room. New interior which was nice and they served various kinds of chips and sodas on the red eye. You couldn't get a bottle of water but they instead served it in a medium paper cup from a reinforced structured paper container, environmental friendly.

Good. They have great attitudes. I will say that the Liberia airport in Costa Rica is the best in the world.

good, no complaints but nothing to rave about. It was fine

I love Alaska! We arrived on the later side without seat assignments only to find the had oversold the flight by 1. The attendants worked extra hard to find a way for our party of 7 to stay together and we made it on the flight! Loved the free WiFi also!

I paid for the WiFi and it didn’t work during the whole flight

Flight attendants had a little attitude. Food tastes no good.

Overall we had a good experience during our flight from San Francisco to Houston.

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Good flight. However, when booked flight with United, assumed the layover included by United in San Francisco of 1 hr and 40 minutes was sufficient . Not so and would recommend at least 2 hours or more. Needed to go through US immigration (very long lineups), then pick up bags, take all the way to another terminal, running because we did not have sufficient time. We made the flight because they held the door for us but luggage didn’t follow.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Flight delayed. WiFi connectivity very poor if not existant. Last minute arrival forced me to run to catch my connection.

The power at the seat didn't work and the seat itself was difficult to adjust - this was a business class seat. Flight attendant gave me miles to compensate. The attendant was very professional and on top of his game the entire flight.

the whole trip was smooth, and as comfortable as flying is these days. flight crew was friendly and very courteous and helpful.

Very poor. The flight was delayed from Toronto because some forget to do there job . I got to my connecting gate in San Francisco 10 minutes before the departure.but this didn’t let me board even though the flight was still there for an other 30 minutes. The the gentleman at the unite airline desk told me that they usually wait for passengers but air Canada called and told them not to we I been rerouted to Manila instead of Hong Kong . In San Francisco they mad me check in my carryon bag . I was told the it will directly go yo ho chi minn cuyt but I was told that by the Vietnams airline desk that’s not there I’m 10 hours behind my scheduled flight and looks like I I’m going without baggage. I don’t have a chance of catching ..

First class ticket gets you a choice of chips or nuts. . Just like economy Southwest. Also no screen in the seats. This is first class???!

Great flight, great landing, nice staff. Our seats were a little cramped.

Overall good experience. The wait for baggage at our destination was quite long, but other than that everything was good as expected

Do not fly on WestJet if you have a connection. It failed to integrate with my connecting Delta flight and I almost missed it.

The experience was good just the upcharge of over a hundred dollars was not cool.

There was a man who was very rude at boarding. On the other hand personal bag measuring box is too small compared to USA airlines,

The process and flight were both smooth and trouble free

everything was fine expect massive delays - not the airline’s fault

Seat back entertainment monitors would be nice. We did enjoy the In-Flight WiFi.

Our flight schedule was changed over six times, ultimately leaving us with a layover much shorter than we originally booked, which meant a panicked run through the airport. And the entertainment screen didn't function. As I've come to expect with Delta, a very mediocre and not customer-focused experience. This is on top of an outbound flight that was so delayed by mechanical issues, we had to spend the night at our layover city.

Staff were courteous and helpful. The only negative was the flight delays (which are usually unavoidable) and the high baggage price.

they were super helpful. Agents at the desk got me on an earlier flight and I was able to get home several hours earlier.

This is a great non-stop YVR-MIA. Very comfortable plane, and no transfer through a city that gets major winter weather!

Amazing service, with enthusiastic crew members, and some breathtaking views of Vancouver. No IFE though, as it is only a 1 hour flight on a regional Turboprop jet.

Air Canada cancelled our flight and reschedule it 26 hours later that completely interrupted my family's long waited Japan trip, it wasn't due to natural reason such as weather but under the company's control. On the day we wasted 9 hours of our time from 6am to 3pm, including a few hours in the customer counter waiting for supervisor to handle our rescheduling. When we came to the counter for rebooking help there were at least 4 employees on the counter but we were told they were not trained to handle customer rebooking, we were also told the supervisor could come 10:30 to handle our rebooking, but she showed up more than one hour later, the end result was exactly the same so the few hours we spent waiting for her was completely wasted; We already prepaid hotel and all the tickets for the our stay in Tokyo so all of the cost for the first day is completed wasted; The $80 meal voucher issues was far less than our financial loss due to the financial cancellation, and it was not surprisingly invalid (as Your company screw up everything possible along the flight), the vouchers were supposed to last 72 hours, when we tried to used it at our lounge next day less than 24 hours from its issuing at a designated restaurant, the worker there couldn't scan the vouchers after multiple tries on all 4 vouchers issued, so we had to pay the food from our own money; For the two return flights they were also full of unfortunate events that caused bad experience and further delay and waste of our time, both flights departed late and the last leg had another significant delay of more than half an hour after touchdown, the gate was for some reason not available so we waited more than half an hour, when we got out of plane it was almost one hour later than the supposed arrival time; The gate you arranged is the farthest in Vancouver airport, also was the luggage pickup location in Seattle airport; We also called customer service for rescheduling help and after a long time wait (more than an hour) we got a call back but the CS representative was equally clueless and unhelpful. Other than a fatal crash, your company couldn't do anything right and provided the worst service possible among the tons of flights we have taken in our lives.

I knew I was going to fall asleep unsettlingly from exhaustion so I warned the guy next to me in advance. The attendant took to checking on me frequently and even insisted I take my snack because I said no while sleep hazed and then absolutely wanted it about 5 minutes later. He was So caring and kind to my situation!!

Could not understand what the attendant was saying during his announcements.

Economy seats always cramped, no meal on international flight, no plugs for electronics, but we got there and cabin crew was excellent.

I paid for comfort plus seats but did not get the extra leg room. When I told the stewardess, she just ignored me.

I did not noticed baggage was separate - I had assumed international flights included luggage, so it surprised me I had to pay to check a bag.

Bad service as well. Another 3hr delayed flight from chicago to Charlotte.

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