Flying from Fort Lauderdale to John Wayne Airport (SNA): What you need to know
Start your trip at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), the main airport in Fort Lauderdale. Look for flights from Fort Lauderdale to John Wayne Airport (SNA) that leave from this terminal.
John Wayne Airport is located in Santa Ana. The city runs on the UTC-7 timezone and is three hours behind Fort Lauderdale.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Fort Lauderdale to SNA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Travelling from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to John Wayne Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
73.74% of flights leaving from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport make it to their destination on time.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
About John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to John Wayne Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near SNA and be in snooze mode sooner:
Explore without limits with a John Wayne Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Green Motion and see more of Santa Ana and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Fort Lauderdale to John Wayne Airport flight.
The street address for SNA is 18601 Airport Way.
Getting from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana
John Wayne Airport to the centre of Santa Ana is around 8 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to John Wayne Airport is R 1,594. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,491. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to SNA. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to John Wayne Airport (SNA). Visit Santa Ana in May for a more laid-back experience.
Book a Fort Lauderdale to SNA plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santa Ana to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to John Wayne Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Santa Ana
After booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale to John Wayne Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Santa Ana:
Your Santa Ana visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include Heritage Park, Santa Ana Artist's Village and Orange County Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
Santa Ana is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 129 kilometres south-east of Santa Ana, a visit to San Diego will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Bakersfield is another standout destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Santa Ana. No journey is complete without visiting Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
