Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to John Wayne Airport (SNA): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to John Wayne Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours.
The timezone in Santa Ana is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Detroit.
Each week, there are eight Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to John Wayne Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board early, opt for the 08:25 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 08:50 with Delta Air Lines.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your DTW to SNA flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Flying into Santa Ana (and then seeing more of United States!) is a breeze with Delta Air Lines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to John Wayne Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Delta Air Lines.
With 70.0% of its services arriving as scheduled, Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier operating DTW to SNA flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to John Wayne Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DTW and SNA include:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Currently, $162 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to John Wayne Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $296. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DTW to SNA.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to John Wayne Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Landing cheap flights from DTW to SNA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to John Wayne Airport.
Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The address for DTW is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
75.1% of flights departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to DTW? If you've booked an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to John Wayne Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to John Wayne Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SNA instead:
Pick up a John Wayne Airport rental car and discover Santa Ana and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Green Motion are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from John Wayne Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana
You'll find SNA at 18601 Airport Way.
John Wayne Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Santa Ana. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The quietest month for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to John Wayne Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Santa Ana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to John Wayne Airport for August if you want to go to Santa Ana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DTW to SNA in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 25ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Santa Ana, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey around 48 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to tick off its top attractions. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
San Diego is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 129 kilometres south-east of Santa Ana. No journey is complete without visiting San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
