Direct (nonstop) flights from Santa Ana to Tucson

1 airline flys nonstop from John Wayne Arpt Orange Co (SNA) to Tucson International (TUS). It's 416 miles (670 km), about 1h 32m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines.

SNA
John Wayne Arpt Orange Co
🇺🇸 Santa Ana, USA
TUS
Tucson International
🇺🇸 Tucson, USA
Flight Time
1h 32m
Distance
416 mi
670 km
CO₂/pax
77 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Alaska Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
SNA → TUS
Flight Time
1h 32m
Distance
416 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Santa Ana to Tucson with one stop · direct emits 77 kg CO₂ per passenger

SNA PHX (Phoenix) TUS
Leg 1: 1h 23m (338 mi) Leg 2: 54m (109 mi) Total: ~2h 17m 🍃 108 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SNA → PHX
1h 23m · 338 mi
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Leg 2
PHX → TUS
54m · 109 mi
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SNA LAS (Las Vegas) TUS
Leg 1: 1h 14m (226 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (364 mi) Total: ~2h 39m 🍃 134 kg CO₂ (+74% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SNA → LAS
1h 14m · 226 mi
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Leg 2
LAS → TUS
1h 25m · 364 mi
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SNA SLC (Salt Lake City) TUS
Leg 1: 1h 55m (587 mi) Leg 2: 1h 58m (600 mi) Total: ~3h 53m 🍃 245 kg CO₂ (+218% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SNA → SLC
1h 55m · 587 mi
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Leg 2
SLC → TUS
1h 58m · 600 mi
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SNA SFO (San Francisco) TUS
Leg 1: 1h 38m (372 mi) Leg 2: 2h 23m (752 mi) Total: ~4h 1m 🍃 233 kg CO₂ (+203% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SNA → SFO
1h 38m · 372 mi
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Leg 2
SFO → TUS
2h 23m · 752 mi
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SNA DEN (Denver) TUS
Leg 1: 2h 20m (844 mi) Leg 2: 2h 2m (638 mi) Total: ~4h 22m 🍃 299 kg CO₂ (+288% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SNA → DEN
2h 20m · 844 mi
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Leg 2
DEN → TUS
2h 2m · 638 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Santa Ana (SNA) to Tucson (TUS) takes approximately 1 hours and 32 minutes. The distance is 416 miles (670 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Santa Ana to Tucson?

Just Alaska Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Tucson?

Yes. 1 airline: Alaska Airlines.

How far is Santa Ana from Tucson?

The flight distance from Santa Ana to Tucson is 416 miles (670 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 Tucson?

At 1h 32m, 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 Tucson?

Roughly 77 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 385 km.

Is the return flight from Tucson 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 Tucson?

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.