Travelling from Denver to John Wayne Airport (SNA): What you need to know
Your next big escape starts at Denver's main airport, Denver International Airport (DEN). Check out your options for booking a flight from Denver to John Wayne Airport (SNA) departing from this terminal.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 25 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Denver to John Wayne Airport flight.
John Wayne Airport is located in Santa Ana. The city runs on the UTC-7 timezone and is one hour behind Denver.
Denver International Airport (DEN) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) is the most popular route. There are 54 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with United Airlines at 8:50pm. Choose the first DEN to SNA departure operated by Southwest Airlines at 7:15am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
To ensure you get on your flight from Denver to SNA, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Fly without interruptions from Denver International Airport (DEN). Direct flights from Denver to John Wayne Airport (SNA) are available from here.
At DEN, you can choose from various carriers offering direct flights from Denver to John Wayne Airport, including:
United Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from DEN to SNA.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is Frontier Airlines.
Travelling from central Denver to DEN takes around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of arriving at the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Denver to John Wayne Airport, check out Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport. It's a quick drive from Denver International Airport.
80.23% of flights departing from Denver International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of DEN.
DEN's address is 8500 Pena Boulevard.
About John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Have a late flight from Denver to John Wayne Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near SNA and turn in quicker:
Pick up a John Wayne Airport rental car and explore Santa Ana and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Green Motion are top outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Denver to John Wayne Airport flight.
The address for SNA is 18601 Airport Way.
Getting from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana
John Wayne Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana. How long it takes to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Denver to John Wayne Airport is ر.ق. 135. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 320. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Denver to SNA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Affordable Denver to John Wayne Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Find an affordable flight from Denver to John Wayne Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Denver to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Denver to John Wayne Airport (SNA). July is the busiest month to visit Santa Ana. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in May.
The warmest month in Santa Ana is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Denver to SNA flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Denver to John Wayne Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 25ºC.
More about Santa Ana
After booking your flight from Denver to John Wayne Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Santa Ana:
Your visit to Santa Ana should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Heritage Park, Santa Ana Artist's Village and Orange County Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Santa Ana, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 129 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its popular sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of the United States, head for Bakersfield, about 209 kilometres north-west of Santa Ana. Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir are among the biggest draws.
