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4.3 (74 reviews)
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Sandra R.

As a frequent traveler, I prioritize convenience, therefore I prefer flying out of John Wayne Airport over LAX. SOMETIMES it is a little challenging getting direct flights from Santa Ana but it is not impossible. Personally, I find it more feasible to adjust my flight to include a layover rather than traveling from LAX. Not that LAX is a bad airport but it is ALWAYS sooo busy and parking there is a nightmare. I find John Wayne super easy to navigate from parking my car to departure.

Nancy L.

Love my local airport! It's very easy to get in and out of and the staff is always friendly and courteous. I like how they have Brodard Express here and the kids play area looks fun. I like how the bathroom at Terminal B has light indicators whether it's free or occupied. I only wish flights to/from this airport aren't so expensive and there are no airport lounges in here.

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Rob C.

Ahhh, John Wayneeee! Love this airport. Quick and clean. Why else? US flights a plenty and convenient!

Christopher T.

I like this airport , easy & convenience. Just right off 405 & 55 freeways and easy parking (they even have 2 valet parkings areas. Enjoys the friendly staffs and fast security checkpoints. Easy access to the lounges and plenty of fast foods joints within the airport.

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Elisa G.

I love flying in and out of SNA and terminal A is full of people on a Friday morning 10/11/24! The lines are long so thank God for TSA pre Checking in is easy

Juan G.

Today, Saturday around 7:00 pm. Airport is empty. lol no lines, no headaches, no rushing, perfect. Oh, something I didn't know, the Mcds on terminal 1, right between gates 6 & 7, closes right at 7 pm. But luckily, there is another one (2 minute walk) by gate 11 & 12 that closes at 9 pm.

Gabriel S.

Probably my favorite airport to fly in and out of in the whole usa. Super easy to get into and out of super easy to get rental car or get an Uber. All the staff and all the agents have always been super welcoming and nice and I've been flying in and out of this airport for over 10 years. It might be a little more expensive some of the time then LAX or other airports but I would say it's almost always worthwhile.

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David R.

One of the best airports in the world. Lots of great flight options, easy to navigate baggage claim and a great transportation set up. The take off is always fun as well. Trivia question? What BIG movie was filmed here?

Live music, beautiful and calming, pic taken from the Admirals Club upstairs.
Angelena G.

I love my home airport. Everything always goes smooth here for me. I know people talk about the takeoffs and the landings, but it's never an issue, and if you don't know, you won't know. And I know and I don't care. The TSA pre-check line is fast, retrieving, my luggage is fast, gate agents are friendly and helpful. I just feel like this is the best airport of all time. And I probably shouldn't post this review so that we can keep it a well-kept secret. I love SNA. Choose to fly out of here and get a connection over traveling to any of the international airports within reasonable distance by far!!

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Love flying out of John Wayne - easy in and out - unlike going through LAX John Wayne feels like 1st class in comparison

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East parking and affordable - at $2 per hour. Such a nice change from LAX or any large airport!

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I will say it was great to come back/return to SNA after the fiasco Delta placed me through returning from Orlando a week later.

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John Wayne Airport - Terminal C - Terminal C straight ahead

John Wayne Airport - Terminal C

4.1(116 reviews)
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John Wayne Airport is super convenient, easy access from the 55 and 405 freeways. Small connected…read moreterminals, generally quick and easy tsa screening. No wide body passenger flights so it isn't inundated with massive crowds the way some airports are. The biggest drawback is the short runway which limits the size and length of flights available into and out of SNA. For international flights other than Mexico or Canada that means connection flights. The runway length also makes for a unique departure procedure where the planes take off and reduce the power and throttle at 800 feet of altitude. This can be disconcerting for passengers who are unfamiliar with the take off.

By far, one of the easiest airports, and if you are visiting LA, you need a perk like this to get…read moreyou started as nothing seems easy when it comes to traffic and getting around. The layout is simple and plays host to Southwest, American, and a few others. It's easy... Terminal A, B, or C, and they are all aligned. They have some decent spots to grab food and bars if you're having to wait. Plenty of space with chairs having power-supply. Close to Anaheim, it can get busy for the Theme parks during the summer, but still no comparison to the congestion of most major airports. Using Ride Share isn't so bad, but you do have to make your way to Terminal C's Garage on the 3rd level. Everything is easy here so that's why the 5 Stars. Even security for me was quick (TSA) but also for non-TSA folks, I could tell they were moving quickly.

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John Wayne Airport - Terminal B

John Wayne Airport - Terminal B

4.1(74 reviews)
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I parked at the Hilton across the street and prepaid for 4.5 days and the rates were good. It's a…read morequick 10 minute walk to the airport where you go through the parking structure to get to the terminal. TSA pre check was 10 minutes. On the weekend TSA is open at 6am. There's a play area for children. Dog relief area is also available. The women's restroom was clean. Very spacious for luggage to go in the stall if traveling alone. There's also a hook for your bag. I like that there's automated paper hand towels. Lots of food/drink options like Starbucks, Sambazon, Brodaed Express, Qdoba Mexican Eats, Jamba Juice, Taps Brewery, Market 949 (for souvenirs and snacks), and etc. There's a food court with seating near Terminals 14-22. Our flight was for Alaska (Terminal B) but they were in Terminal C since they were using Frontier's gate. Luckily you don't need to go through TSA again and can walk down the long hall to get to a different terminal. Highly recommend flying about of John Wayne Airport when you can!

I would give zero stars if I could. The security staff at Terminal B were extremely rude and…read moreunprofessional. I stopped for less than a minute while waiting for my elderly mother, who was already walking toward the exit. Despite explaining the situation, the security officer immediately told me to leave and loop around without allowing even a brief moment for her to reach the curb. What made the situation even more frustrating was that there were no other vehicles waiting at the curb and no apparent traffic congestion. There was absolutely no flexibility or consideration shown for an elderly passenger who was actively making her way to the pickup area. I was treated as though I were causing a serious problem when I was simply trying to assist my elderly mother. The treatment felt unfair, unnecessarily harsh, and completely lacking in empathy or common courtesy. Airports should prioritize both safety and reasonable accommodations for travelers and their families. Unfortunately, my experience at this airport reflected neither.

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John Wayne Airport

4.1(2.2k reviews)
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What, my favorite airport by far!! I also happen to live close by. You can't beat the location…read moreand it's soo easy to drop off and pick up. I'm not sure you can find a better airport. The lines inside are also never too bad. I can count on this airport and it's efficiency. Only downside is that I wish they had more flights or offered better prices. It is always more expensive to fly out of here but it does save you from the headache of LAX. You have to weigh your options and priorities. I am willing to pay a little more out of here at times. I prefer this airport but it will come down to the price and how much more it is. They don't fly out too late due to the houses around. SYOY!

I flew into John Wayne Airport (SNA) during my most recent trip to California. I was staying in…read moreNewport Beach for a few days and it was only natural to try and find a flight that landed here. The location of SNA is ideal if you're staying in the OC - the only other options in the area are SAN and LAX which are both over an hour drive away in either direction. The airport isn't large, but large enough to have several routes passing through it. The aesthetics are fine - not the most modern airport I've been to, and they seem to have a good amount of shops and eateries relative to their size. The rental car counters are super close to the terminal - I can't remember the last time I walked to one from baggage claim. My only real issue with SNA is that because of its size, you will likely be limited in routes. Flying from JFK to SNA was fine, but coming home my only options were connecting flights or a red eye. Neither were ideal, so I planned my itinerary accordingly to fly out of another airport. Overall, SNA is good for what it is, and a great option if you're visiting the Orange County area.

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