Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to John Wayne Airport (SNA): what you need to know
The timezone in Santa Ana is UTC-7, which is two hours behind Birmingham.
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 board your BHM to SNA flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John Wayne Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between BHM and SNA include:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John Wayne Airport flight is R 4,969. A return fare right now is R 8,106. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from BHM to SNA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John Wayne Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Picking up cheap flights from BHM to SNA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John Wayne Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that take off from BHM reach their destination on time.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near BHM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John Wayne Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SNA if you have a late Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John Wayne Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a John Wayne Airport rental car and explore Santa Ana and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Green Motion are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from John Wayne Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana
SNA is located at 18601 Airport Way.
John Wayne Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John Wayne Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Santa Ana. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John Wayne Airport for August if you want to explore Santa Ana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BHM to SNA in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Santa Ana. Around 48 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
San Diego is another favourite destination in United States and is around 129 kilometres south-east of Santa Ana. No trip is complete without seeing San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
