Cheap flights from Santa Ana John Wayne to Oakland Metropolitan Oak

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Santa Ana John Wayne to Oakland Metropolitan Oak flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Santa Ana John Wayne to Oakland Metropolitan Oak

Santa Ana John Wayne to Oakland Metropolitan Oak: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Santa Ana John Wayne to Oakland below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Oakland Metropolitan Oak.

Santa Ana to Oakland: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP4,887
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 31 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week32

Finding cheap flights from Santa Ana John Wayne to Oakland Metropolitan Oak: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Santa Ana John Wayne to Oakland Metropolitan Oak is P4,887. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 31 minutes is the average flight time from Santa Ana John Wayne to Oakland Metropolitan Oak.
Southwest Airlines and Spirit Airlines fly direct from Santa Ana John Wayne to Oakland Metropolitan Oak.
As of August 2025, there are 32 flights per week flying from Santa Ana John Wayne to Oakland Metropolitan Oak.
The cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana John Wayne to Oakland Metropolitan Oak is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Santa Ana John Wayne Airport to Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport on Wednesday, 10 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 31 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Oakland Metropolitan Oak but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Oakland is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Oakland Metropolitan Oak.

Flying from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from John Wayne Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport.

  • Oakland's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Santa Ana.

  • Flights from SNA to OAK start at 06:45 — the first with Southwest Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:10 with Southwest Airlines. In total, there are 35 weekly John Wayne Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SNA to OAK flight.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Spirit Airlines offers direct flights from John Wayne Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Oakland — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.

  • Spirit Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • Southwest Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for SNA to OAK flights, with 84.86% of services landing on schedule.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from John Wayne Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between SNA and OAK include:

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)

  • P2,442 is the best price for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight. A return flight starts at P4,887. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • Score cheap tickets from SNA to OAK by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from John Wayne Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SNA to OAK.

  • Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from John Wayne Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about John Wayne Airport (SNA)

  • SNA is located at 18601 Airport Way.

  • 81.53% of flights leaving John Wayne Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from SNA.

  • John Wayne Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near SNA? If you've booked an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)

Getting from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to central Oakland

  • The address for OAK is 1 Airport Drive.

  • Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to the centre of Oakland has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.

When to fly to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)

  • The quietest month for a flight from John Wayne Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Oakland based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When booking your flight from John Wayne Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Oakland, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SNA to OAK in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Oakland. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

  • San Francisco is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 13 kilometres west of Oakland. No journey is complete without visiting Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.

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