Santa Ana to New York (SNA–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SNA–JFK is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Qatar Airways lead the route. The flight covers 2,449 miles in approximately 5h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 88 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 14 | 32B | 5h35-5h38 | Oneworld | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 14 | 75W | 5h30-5h35 | SkyTeam | – | |
| QR Qatar Airways | 5 | 32B | 5h35-5h38 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from Santa Ana
| Metric | SNA→JFK | ONT→JFK | LAX→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SNA | – | 30 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 31 |
| Weekly flights | 33 | 7 | 798 |
| Flight time | 5h 30m | 5h 20m | 5h 3m |
| Departure OTP | 82% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SNA: PDT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Santa Ana, it's 9:00 PM in New York.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
SNA–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SNA to JFK
John Wayne Orange County International Airport (SNA) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Qatar Airways. With 33 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SNA to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SNA to JFK ranges from 5 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours 38 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,449 miles (3,941 km). There are approximately 33 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 61 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
88 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via SUS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ontario (ONT), Los Angeles (LAX) and Burbank (BUR).