Cheap Flights from Orange County (SNA) to Santa Maria (SMX)

Popular airlines from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public)

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Flight from Orange County to Santa Maria (SNA - SMX) route information
Origin airport
John Wayne
Destination airport
Santa Maria Public
Distance
272 km

Santa Ana to Santa Maria Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Orange County to Santa Maria 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Santa Maria from Orange County whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Santa Maria Public, too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Orange County to Santa Maria today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from John Wayne, SNA to Santa Maria Public, SMX 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Orange County to Santa Maria—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Santa Maria from Orange County currently is just rising to .  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Santa Maria  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to Santa Maria from Orange County 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Santa Maria with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to SMX?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey from SNA to SMX is . But you better get a move on. This price is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to SMX?
This can differ from airline to airline, as each one has its own set of terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where there are simple instructions on how to cancel your flight online.
How do I find cheap flights from John Wayne Airport to SMX that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the cost difference between flights. When searching for John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) flights, you'll find a "No change fees" box for you to tick.
How far is the flight from SNA to Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX)?
A flight distance of just 270 kilometres separates Santa Ana and Santa Maria. Once you're up in the air, you won't have time to do much more than read the magazine in your seat pocket.
Which airlines fly direct from John Wayne Airport to Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX)?
Unfortunately, there are no airlines that directly fly between John Wayne Airport (SNA) and Santa Maria Airport. You'll have to book a flight with one or more stops.
Are SNA to Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices are constantly going up and down, so not always. While last-minute deals between SNA and SMX are of course possible, it's also a good idea to keep track of prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers advertise their prices up to 12 months ahead of the departure date. Expedia is constantly updating the best airfare bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to pounce when fare prices drop.

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