Traveling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA): what you need to know
5 hours 14 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to John Wayne Airport. Santa Ana is 3 hours behind Orlando and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Orlando International Airport to John Wayne Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the top stopovers between MCO and SNA:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando International Airport to John Wayne Airport is C$155. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$273. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap flight tickets from MCO to SNA by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Orlando International Airport to John Wayne Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Getting a cheap ticket from MCO to SNA is straightforward with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has fallen.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Orlando International Airport to John Wayne Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient hotel close to MCO? If you're boarding an early flight from Orlando International Airport to John Wayne Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at John Wayne Airport (SNA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando International Airport to John Wayne Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SNA:
Getting from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana
John Wayne Airport to the center of Santa Ana takes around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
When to fly to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Orlando International Airport to John Wayne Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Santa Ana. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Orlando International Airport to John Wayne Airport for August if you'd like to explore Santa Ana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from MCO to SNA in February if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Santa Ana
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best stays in Santa Ana right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from MCO to SNA:
Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park and Sandpointe Park are just two of the top attractions to add to your Santa Ana itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Calvary Chapel.
Complete your Santa Ana trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to John Wayne Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Santa Ana vacation.
