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Cheapest round-trip
$362
Typical prices: $343-$549
United Airlines
Tue 10/30Thu 11/1
BOS - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$163
Typical prices: $183-$338
Frontier
Sun 11/11
BOS - SNA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Boston and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $238 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Boston to Santa Ana (BOS-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Boston to Santa Ana

Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
United Airlines Logo
9:20 am - 2:59 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 39m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:30 pm - 5:52 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BOS Boston Logan Intl
8h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
$362United Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
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4:45 pm - 10:00 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 5:52 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BOS Boston Logan Intl
8h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
$362United Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
American Airlines Logo
6:27 am - 12:36 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:39 pm - 5:38 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BOS Boston Logan Intl
6h 59m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$367American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:50 am - 3:48 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:39 pm - 5:50 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BOS Boston Logan Intl
7h 11m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$367American Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 15
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 10:37 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 07m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
7:05 pm - 6:11 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BOS Boston Logan Intl
8h 06m1 stop Salt Lake City
$367Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
5:39 am - 10:22 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 43m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 6:58 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BOS Boston Logan Intl
7h 58m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$367Delta
Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 9
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:08 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 08m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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3:58 pm - 5:40 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BOS Boston Logan Intl
10h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$367Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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9:03 am - 5:29 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 26m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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10:39 am - 11:58 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BOS Boston Logan Intl
10h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$367Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
Southwest Logo
5:00 am - 10:05 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:15 am - 11:05 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BOS Boston Logan Intl
11h 50m2 stops Oakland Denver Intl
$372Southwest
Fri, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 9
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1:15 pm - 9:05 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 50m2 stops Nashville Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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11:50 am - 11:45 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BOS Boston Logan Intl
8h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$372Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Boston to Santa Ana flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Boston to Santa Ana?

Round-trip flights from Boston to Santa Ana typically range from $343 to $549. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $362, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Boston to Santa Ana?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Boston to Santa Ana. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 26% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Boston to Santa Ana?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Boston to Santa Ana at $347 round-trip.
•July ($510) and November ($468) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Boston to Santa Ana the cheapest?

Flights from Boston to Santa Ana are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Boston to Santa Ana flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$163
One-way flight from Boston to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Boston to Santa Ana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Boston 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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Your Boston to Santa Ana flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Boston to Santa Ana?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Boston to Santa Ana:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Boston to Santa Ana?

    A nonstop flight from Boston to Santa Ana takes 00m, covering 2,584 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Boston to Santa Ana?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Boston to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Boston to Santa Ana range from $343 to $549, with an average of $427 over the past 12 months. Anything below $343 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Boston to Santa Ana flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 23% above the $427 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Boston 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 $362 to $2,598. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Boston to Santa Ana looking right now?

    One-way fares from Boston to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $180, which is 31% 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 starting from around $19 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • GREEN MOTION

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Boston to Santa Ana?

    Flights from Boston to Santa Ana usually depart from Boston Logan Intl (BOS) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Boston to Santa Ana pass through?

    One-stop flights from Boston to Santa Ana most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Boston to Santa Ana?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Boston to Santa Ana. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $386 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $542, a difference of $156.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Boston to Santa Ana?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 04m, compared with 8h 06m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 8h 16m via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • What is the time difference between Boston and Santa Ana?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Santa Ana?

    Some of the most popular sights in Santa Ana are Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport, Santa Ana Zoo and Old Orange County Courthouse. These are among the most viewed places in Santa Ana on KAYAK.

  • What amenities can I expect when flying business class on flights from Boston to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    Passengers flying business class on this route can enjoy exclusive amenities, including fast track through security, additional luggage allowance, access to the VIP lounge, priority boarding, in-flight entertainment, extra legroom, a lie-flat seat, complimentary drinks and snacks, amenity kits, a pillow, and a blanket. However, onboard amenities can vary from one airline to another.

  • Which airlines use the origin and destination airports as hubs?

    Boston Logan International Airport is a primary hub for Cape Air and a secondary hub for Delta Air Lines. This airport serves many Caribbean, African, and American destinations. On the other hand, Santa Ana Orange County John Wayne Airport is small to be used as a hub, but serves thousands of passengers weekly.

  • What airlines offer sustainable travel from Boston to John Wayne (Santa Ana)?

    American Airlines is sustainable. These airlines recycle aluminum to minimize waste on the environment. In addition, they use sustainable aviation fuels to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. You can also book Alaska Airlines if you need an eco-friendly journey. These airlines ensure sustainability by engaging their customers to lower carbon emissions during travel.

  • Which nearby cities are served by Santa Ana Orange County John Wayne Airport (SNA)?

    SNA airport serves several cities. After landing, you can go to Costa Mesa to the southwest, Tustin to the northeast, Fountain Valley to the northwest, Laguna Woods to the southeast, and Lake Forest to the east. Several bus lines offer a reliable journey from SNA airport to these cities. However, travelers who prefer independence and flexibility can rent a car and enjoy freedom as they drive to their destinations.

Your guide to booking Boston 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $386, about $156 less than Sunday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Boston to Santa Ana trip for May. Fares historically average $347 round-trip in that month - typically $163 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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.

    • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County
    • voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
    • Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
  • Most airlines from Boston to John Wayne, including American Airlines, United Airlines, and Frontier, have a stopover in one or more major cities. The popular layover cities on this route include Phoenix, Chicago, Dallas, Atlanta, Seattle, Newark, Denver, Charlotte, Houston, San Francisco, Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, Austin, and Detroit.
  • You can upgrade to first class if your airline has available seats. Mostly, your airline emails you about available first-class seats and what to expect when flying first class. However, you must upgrade at least 24 hours before your departure.
  • You can get to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) from Downtown Boston via the subway by taking the Blue Line train. The trip takes approximately 39 minutes. If you prefer the Line 7 bus, you arrive at the airport in around 45 minutes.
  • Passengers needing a special diet due to religious, medical, or age needs can book Delta Air Lines for cheap flights from Boston to John Wayne (Santa Ana). You can choose a vegetarian, diabetic, or low-sodium meal, depending on your dietary needs. However, you must preorder at least 24 hours before flight departure.
  • The best way to travel from Santa Ana Orange County John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Downtown Santa Ana is taking Lines 43 or 76 buses to arrive in about 1h 36min. However, a taxi, shuttle, or rental car can reach the city in around 16 minutes.

More options for your flight from Boston to Santa Ana

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