SNA (Santa Ana) to OAK (Oakland) flights arrive on time 85% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 90%. The average delay is 50 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.SNA → OAK
SNA (Santa Ana) to OAK (Oakland)
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This route is usually on time. About 85% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Spirit Airlines edges out Southwest Airlines on this route — 90% vs 85% on time.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 90% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 85%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SNA
82% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SNA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 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 October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.