Flying from Ottawa to John Wayne Airport (SNA): What you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is Ottawa's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to John Wayne Airport (SNA) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Santa Ana is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Ottawa. John Wayne Airport is located in Santa Ana.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Ottawa to SNA.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The journey from central Ottawa to YND takes around 1 hour 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Ottawa to YOW in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 13 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Ottawa to SNA flight? Relax in a hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 58.21%.
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
About John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Have a late flight from Ottawa to John Wayne Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near SNA and shut your eyes sooner:
Go where the road takes you with a John Wayne Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Santa Ana and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Ottawa to John Wayne Airport flight.
You'll find SNA at 18601 Airport Way.
Getting from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana
John Wayne Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana. The time it takes to get to the centre by car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
At the moment, C$214 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to John Wayne Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$430. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Ottawa to SNA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Ottawa to John Wayne Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Ottawa to John Wayne Airport.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. May is the quietest month to go to Santa Ana. July is when most people book flights from Ottawa to John Wayne Airport (SNA), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Lock in an Ottawa to SNA flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santa Ana to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to John Wayne Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Santa Ana
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Santa Ana right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Ottawa to John Wayne Airport:
Heritage Park and Santa Ana Artist's Village are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Santa Ana travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out 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. Journey about 129 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its top sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Santa Ana, Bakersfield is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
