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Hey to John Wayne Airport (SNA — the IATA code). This is the sunny California airport serving Orange County and the Greater Los Angeles area. The location is near the cities of Irvine, Newport Beach and Costa Mesa. It was known as Orange County Airport until 1979 when the airport was renamed to pay tribute to legendary actor John Wayne. He lived locally and died that year. There is even a statue of him located at the terminal.

John Wayne Airport is the sole Orange County commercial airport. So, it serves many several millions of passengers every year. It saw over 9 million travelers pass through its gates in 2014. This is home to the major airlines including Southwest, American and Delta. With two runways, the main runway is shorter than any other U.S. international airport's. When you are heading to and fro this gosh-darn glorious region, it makes for quite the unique pitstop.

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John Wayne Airport (IATA: SNA), which is located in Orange County and serves the Greater Los Angeles area. Located in Orange County, it's the only commercial airport there. The airport has two runways. Main RWY 5,700 FT Long It has the dubious distinction of having the U.S.'s shortest international flight length runway. John Wayne Airport handles more than 9 million passengers every year. Home to the big airlines like Southwest and American and Delta. It is open to various types of air traffic, including general aviation. It serves private and corporate flights. It is a place where travelers can take advantage of different services and facilities as well. This airport is named for famous actor John Wayne There is a statue of him at the terminal to welcome visitors. John Wayne Airport is a bustling and vital travel corridor.

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Basic information about airport

Airport code: KSNA
Type: large
Continent: NA
Country code: US
Country: United
City Santa
IATA: SNA
Longitude: -117.8679962
Latitude: 33.67570114

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Introduction

John Wayne Airport (IATA: SNA, ICAO: KSNA, FAA LID: SNA) is an international airport in Orange County, California. Based in an unincorporated area of Orange County, the airport is owned and operated by OC. Despite its small size in land and being relatively close to the airport code designating Santa Ana, not Irvine nor Costa Mesa (merely 2 miles from each).

Airlines and Destinations

Nonstop passenger flights are offered to 45 destinations in 2 countries from John Wayne Airport. There are currently 41 domestic flights from John Wayne Airport. The longest non-stop flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) is a 1,520-mile (2,447 km) trip to New York City (JFK). The direct flight will last 5 hours and 39 minutes with American Airlines.

Passengers and Flights

John Wayne Airport was the 2nd busiest of The Greater Los Angeles airports by passenger count (9,323,858) in 2014. In 2023, John Wayne Airport's largest airlines were Southwest Airlines, followed by American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Alaska.

How to Get Here

  • Terminals: 1 terminal building divided into Sectors A, B, and C
  • Address: 18601 Airport Way, Santa Ana, CA 92707
  • Approximate Distance from Downtown Santa Ana: 5 miles (8 km)
  • Driving Time From Downtown Los Angeles: About 35 minutes
  • Website: ocair.com
  • Phone Number: 949-252-5200

Parking

Terminal Parking — 18601 Airport Way, Santa Ana, CA 92707. Entrances are available on the Departure (upper) Level only, 24/7. This is a self-parking structure and is open 24 hours per day. The rate for this parking is $2/hour and a flat daily rate of $20. Off-Airport Parking (Main St) is also available at 1512 Main Street, Irvine.

Transportation Price

A ride from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Disneyland around 12:00 PM would roughly cost $25–$27 for four people and $38-$40 for six passengers using Lyft XL at noon.

Terminal Layout

John Wayne Airport is divided into three terminals: Terminal A, Terminal B, and Terminal C, which offer Gates, Ticketing Desks, and Baggage Offices.

Navigate the Airport

Search for an Airport City: Get SNA (Santa Ana, CA) Current Weather and latest airport delay conditions. Weather Report For SNA - Santa Ana, John Wayne Airport 18601 Airport Way, Santa Ana CA US 92707. 29-Aug-2024. It is now 07:20 PDT 14:20 UTC.

Getting Between Terminals

Orange County John Wayne Airport consists of three terminals — Terminal A, Terminal B, and Terminal C— each with its own set of gates, ticket counters, and baggage claim areas.

Services and Amenities

John Wayne Airport (SNA) consists of one building, including a main lobby and three terminals: A, B, and C. All the airside facilities interconnect, which means you can walk between every terminal without going through security checkpoints again. There are more than 20 cafes and restaurants, as well as around a dozen shops at the airport. Also, be aware that all restaurants close early, and once you miss their closure time, vending machines are your only option.

Restaurants and Shops

  • Orange County Market (Gate 7): Fresh food, drinks, and local snacks in Terminal B.
  • InMotion Entertainment (Gate 13): You can get electronics from headphones to portable chargers.
  • Brookstone (Gate 10): Unique and quirky product line from this brand that is synonymous with useful gadgets.

Security and Customs

Manager: JOHN WAYNE/ORANGE COUNTY Airport (SNA) Manager CHARLENE V. REYNOLDS. Address: 3160 AIRWAY AVE, COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA 92626. Phone: 949-252-5171.

Accessibility

Accessibility: Airport Way, Arrivals (lower) Level, Terminal B; Airport Way, Departures (upper) level, Terminal B; MacArthur Blvd through parking garage B2. Stage 1A: Q3 2024 -> Q2 2025. Phase 1B: Q2 2025 — Q4 2025.

Travel Tips

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