SNA (Santa Ana) to OAK (Oakland) flights arrive on time 87% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 91%. The average delay is 54 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.SNA → OAK
SNA (Santa Ana) to OAK (Oakland)
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This route is usually on time. About 87% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Spirit Airlines leads slightly at 91% vs Southwest Airlines at 87%.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 91% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 87%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SNA
82% on timeTSA is currently ~17 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at OAK
82% on timeWhen flights into OAK are late, the average delay is 52 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at OAK: TSA is ~20 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.