OAK (Oakland) to SNA (Santa Ana) flights arrive on time 88% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 89%. The average delay is 45 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.OAK → SNA
OAK (Oakland) to SNA (Santa Ana)
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This route is usually on time. About 88% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Spirit Airlines leads slightly at 89% vs Southwest Airlines at 88%.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 89% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 88%.
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Good to know
Departing from OAK
82% on timeTSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SNA
82% on timeWhen flights into SNA are late, the average delay is 61 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SNA: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.