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Bowers Museum
Major Orange County museum campus with art exhibitions, family programs, and rotating contemporary and historical shows.
Flights from Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA depart on average 79 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $160 but you can travel from only $57 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 00:34, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 390 miles (628 km) distance in 2h 33m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 390 miles (628 km) |
Average flight duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $160 |
Flights per day 79 |
Fastest flight 2h 33m |
First flight 12:34 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$183
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$250
Fastest journey on Sep 20
4 h 9 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
6 h 8 m
Flights on Sep 20
3
Distance
628 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $250 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $183.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 3 flights from Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct flights cover the 628 km distance in an average of 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 4 h 9 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the longest flights will take 8 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $105 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $105, while a flight costs an average of $795.
Distance: 390 miles (628 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$795 Average price | $186 Average price | $105 Average price Cheapest | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 0m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 43m Average total duration 15h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 22m Average total duration 11h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA:
A bus is $81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $186.
A bus is $690 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $795.
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 52m.
Train takes on average 15h 13m.
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA flights for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:08 PM Sacramento, CA | 6h03 | 12:11 AM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major Orange County museum campus with art exhibitions, family programs, and rotating contemporary and historical shows.
Hands-on science museum with interactive exhibits, a Discovery Cube, and family-friendly learning in downtown Santa Ana.
Small local museum preserving Orange County aviation and aerospace history with artifacts, photos, and volunteer-led interpretation.
Walkable downtown district with historic buildings, murals, shops, galleries, and regular arts and community events.
Lively pedestrian-friendly arts corridor known for galleries, murals, boutiques, and monthly art-focused street activity.
Historic neighborhood of preserved early 20th-century homes, ideal for architecture walks and seasonal house tours.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santa Ana, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sacramento, CA to Santa Ana, CA flights use the Sacramento International Airport to John Wayne Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Sacramento, CA and Santa Ana, CA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Sacramento International Airport is 11 km from Sacramento city centre. Public transport options include:
Sacramento International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Various locations; American, Mexican, and fast food
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sacramento International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sacramento International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sacramento International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby, Four Points by Sheraton..
John Wayne Airport is 3 km from Santa Ana city centre. Public transport options include:
John Wayne Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Located in terminals; options include fast food and sit-down restaurants like McDold's and Ruby's Diner
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at John Wayne Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at John Wayne Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at John Wayne Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels within walking distance, Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport..
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