Direct (nonstop) flights from Santa Ana to Sacramento

1 airline flys nonstop from John Wayne Arpt Orange Co (SNA) to Sacramento International (SMF). It's 403 miles (649 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

SNA
John Wayne Arpt Orange Co
🇺🇸 Santa Ana, USA
SMF
Sacramento International
🇺🇸 Sacramento, USA
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
403 mi
649 km
CO₂/pax
75 kg
−35 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
SNA → SMF
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
403 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Santa Ana to Sacramento with one stop · direct emits 75 kg CO₂ per passenger

SNA SFO (San Francisco) SMF
Leg 1: 1h 38m (372 mi) Leg 2: 1h 2m (86 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 110 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SNA → SFO
1h 38m · 372 mi
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Leg 2
SFO → SMF
1h 2m · 86 mi
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SNA LAS (Las Vegas) SMF
Leg 1: 1h 14m (226 mi) Leg 2: 1h 39m (397 mi) Total: ~2h 53m 🍃 140 kg CO₂ (+87% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SNA → LAS
1h 14m · 226 mi
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Leg 2
LAS → SMF
1h 39m · 397 mi
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SNA PHX (Phoenix) SMF
Leg 1: 1h 23m (338 mi) Leg 2: 2h 1m (647 mi) Total: ~3h 24m 🍃 208 kg CO₂ (+177% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SNA → PHX
1h 23m · 338 mi
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Leg 2
PHX → SMF
2h 1m · 647 mi
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SNA EUG (Eugene) SMF
Leg 1: 2h 11m (775 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (384 mi) Total: ~3h 31m 🍃 240 kg CO₂ (+220% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SNA → EUG
2h 11m · 775 mi
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Leg 2
EUG → SMF
1h 20m · 384 mi
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SNA BOI (Boise) SMF
Leg 1: 2h 8m (687 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (437 mi) Total: ~3h 38m 🍃 233 kg CO₂ (+211% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SNA → BOI
2h 8m · 687 mi
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Leg 2
BOI → SMF
1h 30m · 437 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Santa Ana to Sacramento?

A nonstop flight from Santa Ana (SNA) to Sacramento (SMF) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 403 miles (649 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Santa Ana to Sacramento?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Sacramento?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Santa Ana from Sacramento?

The flight distance from Santa Ana to Sacramento is 403 miles (649 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Santa Ana to Sacramento?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Santa Ana to Sacramento?

Roughly 75 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 375 km.

Is the return flight from Sacramento to Santa Ana also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Ana to Sacramento?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at John Wayne Arpt Orange Co for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.