# John Wayne Orange County International Airport (SNA) > Santa Ana, US · 5 mi (8 km) southeast of downtown Santa Ana Web: https://airport.flights/airport/sna JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/sna.json ## Facts - **IATA**: SNA - **ICAO**: KSNA - **Timezone**: America/Los_Angeles - **Runways**: 2 - **Terminals**: 3 - **Passengers**: 11.7M/yr - **Official site**: https://www.ocair.com ## Overview ## Welcome John Wayne Airport (SNA) offers a refreshing contrast to the sprawling nature of most Southern California airports. Situated just 5 miles southeast of downtown Santa Ana, it delivers a business-traveler-friendly environment with its compact size, seamless terminal design, and efficient ground transportation options. Rather than feeling like a big-hub maze, SNA is known for its short walking paths and casual dining experiences enriched with local flavors, making arrivals and departures notably low-friction. ## At a glance SNA handles approximately 11.7 million passengers annually, sporting two runways and no specific airline hubs. This airport operates three terminals — A, B, and C — within the unique Thomas F. Riley Terminal structure. Travelers will appreciate the diverse local eateries and bars scattered throughout its terminals, and while the airport lacks lounges, it makes up for it with its laid-back, suburban atmosphere. ## Terminals & layout John Wayne Airport's terminals A, B, and C are all part of the Thomas F. Riley complex, making for easy navigation across different airline services. Terminal A primarily hosts American Airlines and Delta Air Lines, while Terminal B is home to United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Terminal C services include Southwest Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and Spirit Airlines. Each terminal offers exclusive TSA PreCheck lanes, though availability can vary by terminal, so it’s wise to check operating hours before proceeding. ## Getting to and from the city Transport options abound, with convenient ground services connecting passengers to and from Santa Ana and beyond. Rideshares such as Uber and Lyft are permitted to operate pickups on the departure level and specific parking structures like A2, B2, and C. For those using public transit, OCTA Route 76 runs from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., stopping just outside Terminal B, which can be a more practical choice than others. Travelers can also find taxis and airport shuttles at the Ground Transportation Center, located between parking structures A2 and B2 for straightforward pickups and drop-offs. ## Traveller essentials Parking options at SNA are varied, with on-site offerings priced at $20 per day in structures A1, A2, B2, and C, while curbside valet service costs $50 per day. Main Street off-airport parking is more economical at $15 per day, with a courtesy shuttle running approximately every 15 minutes to the terminals, adding convenience for cost-conscious travelers. For those looking to handle PreCheck enrollment, a center is located on the arrivals level of Terminal C. ## Dining & shopping highlights SNA showcases an enticing mix of dining options, from Brodard Express in Terminal B to California Pizza Kitchen in Terminal A. Notable stops include Taps Fish House & Brewery in Terminal C, famous for its local beer and seafood vibe. Foodies looking for healthier options can head to Greenleaf Kitchen & Cocktails in Terminal A. Shopping is concentrated in Terminal A as well, with travelers able to visit ubiquitous options like Hudson News and unique stops like the Orange County Market. ## Lounges Surprisingly, John Wayne Airport does not offer any dedicated airline lounges, a rarity for an airport serving so many passengers. This absence underscores the focus on efficient, short visits and the embrace of open-plan eateries and waiting areas that encourage movement as part of the travel routine. ## Insider tips - **Insider:** Use the TSA PreCheck lanes at SNA; they are exclusive to each terminal, which can significantly save time during peak periods. - **Time:** For rideshare pickups, head to the departure level or parking structures A2, B2, and C to minimize wait times. - **Money:** Main Street Parking is the cheapest official option at $15/day, with a shuttle to the terminals every 15 minutes. - **Local:** Discover Taps Fish House & Brewery in Terminal C for an authentic Orange County food affair. - **Quiet:** For a lesser-crowded meal, Brodard Express in Terminal B offers a calm reprieve from fast-food chains. - **Avoid:** Don’t use the curb for pickups; instead, meet transportation services at the Ground Transportation Center for easier organization. - **Insider:** Terminal parking access is only from the departure level—plan your drive accordingly to avoid unnecessary loops. ## Terminals (3) - **Terminal A** — 8 gates · American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines, Frontier Airlines Part of the Thomas F. Riley Terminal complex - **Terminal B** — 7 gates · United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, Southwest Airlines Includes the United Club and USO Lounge - **Terminal C** — 6 gates · Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Allegiant Air, Frontier Airlines Handles many Southwest flights and some international departures ## Dining (52) - **Aviator's Bar** — Terminal A · Bar · Casual · $$ - **Belgium Beer Bar** — Terminal C · Bar · $$ - **Brodard Express** — B · Vietnamese · Casual - **Brothers International Desserts Kiosk** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal A · Dessert kiosk · $ - **California Pizza Kitchen** — A · American · Casual - **California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) Marketplace** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal A · Quick-service pizza and salads · $$ - **Carl's Jr.** — Terminal C · Fast food · American · $ - **Carl's Jr. / Green Burrito** — C · American · Fast Food - **Ciao Gourmet Market** — C · Italian · Market - **Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf** — A · Coffee · Café - **Duck Donuts** — Terminal A · Donuts · Quick-service · $ - **Ducks Breakaway Bar** — C · Bar & Grill · Casual - **Ducks Breakaway Bar & Grill** — Terminal B · sports bar and grill · $$ - **Dunkin' Donuts** — B · Coffee · Fast Food - **Esperanza Cocina de la Playa** — Terminal C · Mexican · Full-service · $$ - **Farmer's Market** — A · American · Casual - **Firehouse Subs** — Terminal C · Sandwiches · Fast-casual · $ - **Freshëns** — Terminal B · Smoothies · Quick-service · $ - **Grab & Go Market (Terminal A)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal A · Grab-and-go market · $$ - **Grab & Go Market (Terminal B)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal B · Grab-and-go / Convenience · $$ - **Grab & Go Market (Terminal C)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal C · Grab-and-go · $$ - **Green Burrito** — Terminal C · Mexican fast food · $ - **Greenleaf Kitchen & Cocktails** — A · American · Casual - **Hobie Sand Bar** — B · American · Casual - **Hollingshead's Delicatessen** — Terminal B · Deli · Casual · $$ - **Jamba** — Terminal B · Smoothies · Quick-service · $ - **Jamba Juice** — B · Juice Bar · Casual - **Javi’s** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal B · Sit-down restaurant · $$ - **McDonald's** — Terminal A · Fast food · American · $ - **McDonald’s McCafé (Terminal B Gate Area)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal B · Fast food · $ - **McDonald's McCafé** — B · Fast Food · Casual - **OC Pizza** — A · Local · Italian · $$ - **OC Pizza** — B · Italian · Casual - **Outdoor Grill & Bar** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal B · Bar & grill · $$ - **Peet’s Coffee & Tea (Pre-Security B Checkpoint)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal B · Coffee shop · $ - **Pei Wei Asian Kitchen** — Terminal A · Asian · Fast-casual · $$ - **Pinkberry** — Terminal C · Frozen yogurt · Dessert · $ - **Qdoba** — A · Local · Mexican · $$ - **Qdoba** — B · Mexican · Fast Casual - **QDOBA Mexican Eats** — Terminal B · Mexican fast casual · $ - **Ruby's Diner** — A · American · Diner - **Sambazon Açaí Bowls** — B · Health Food · Casual - **Starbucks** — Terminal A · Coffee · Quick-service · $ - **Starbucks Coffee** — B · Coffee · Café - **Starbucks (Terminal B Gate Area)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal B · Coffee shop · $ - **Subway** — Terminal B · Sandwiches · Fast food · $ - **Taps Fish House & Brewery** — C · American · Brewery - **Togo’s Sandwiches (Terminal B)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal B · Fast-casual sandwiches · $ - **Vino Volo** — Terminal C · Wine bar · Small plates · $$ - **Vino Volo Wine Bar** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal A · Wine bar · $$ - **Wahoo's Fish Taco** — Terminal A · Mexican · Fast-casual · $$ - **Wahoo’s Fish Taco Express** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal A · Fast-casual Mexican · $$ ## Lounges (4) - **American Airlines Admirals Club** — Terminal A · Admirals Club membership, Oneworld Emerald, Oneworld Sapphire, American Airlines first/business on eligible itineraries, Day pass $79 · $79 - **Bob Hope USO Orange County at John Wayne Airport** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal B · Active duty U.S. military, Reserve military, Military dependents with valid ID · No cash day passes; entry is complimentary for eligible military and dependents - **United Club** — Terminal B · United Club membership, Star Alliance Gold, Eligible United premium cabin passengers, Day pass $59 · $59 - **USO Lounge** — Terminal B · Active-duty U.S. military, National Guard and Reserve members, Military families ## Shops (35) - **Brookstone** — A · Electronics - **California & Co.** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal A · Regional gifts and apparel - **Chic Boutique** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal A · Apparel and accessories - **Duty Free Americas** — Terminal C · Duty-free - **Duty Free Express (Terminal A)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal A · Duty free - **Duty Free Shop (Terminal B)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal B · Duty free - **Duty Free / Travel Retail Kiosk (Terminal B)** — Terminal B · travel retail - **Harbor Exchange** — A · Travel Essentials - **Hudson Booksellers (Terminal B)** — Terminal B · bookstore - **Hudson News** — A · Travel Essentials - **Hudson News (Gate A2)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal A · Newsstand and convenience - **Hudson News (Gate A5)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal A · Newsstand and convenience - **Hudson News (Pre-security Ticketing A)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal A · Newsstand and convenience - **Hudson News (Terminal B Gate Area)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal B · News & convenience - **Hudson News (Terminal C)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal C · News & travel essentials - **Hudson (Terminal B)** — Terminal B · newsstand and convenience - **Hudson Travel Essentials (Pre-Security B Checkpoint)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal B · Travel essentials & convenience - **InMotion Entertainment** — Terminal B · Electronics & accessories - **La Boutique** — B · Fashion - **Market 949** — B · Food - **OC Travelmart** — Terminal A · Convenience store - **Orange County Art Program Exhibits** — Terminal A · Art exhibit - **Orange County Market** — A · Travel Essentials - **Orange County Market Place Gifts** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal A · Gifts and souvenirs - **Orange County Marketplace** — Terminal B · Gifts & souvenirs - **Press & Books** — Terminal C · Books & news - **See's Candies** — Terminal A · Confectionery - **SoCal Essentials** — C · Travel Essentials - **Sunglass Hut** — Terminal B · Sunglasses & accessories - **Sunglass Hut Kiosk (Terminal A)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal A · Sunglasses and accessories - **Tech on the Go** — Terminal C · Electronics & accessories - **Tech on the Go (Terminal B)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal B · Electronics & accessories - **Tech on the Go (Terminal C)** — Thomas F. Riley Terminal C · Electronics & accessories - **Tumi** — Terminal C · Luggage & travel gear - **XpresSpa** — Terminal B · Spa & wellness ## Parking (14) - **Accessible Parking** - **Curbside Valet Parking** — Valet · $50/day, $15/hr · next to terminal - **EV Charging Stations** - **Main Street Parking** — Off-site · $15.00/day, $1.50/hr · 1.5 mi - **Off-Airport Parking (Main St)** — Long stay · $20/day, $3/hr · next to terminal - **Parking Structure A1** — Long stay · $20.00/day, $2.00/hr · next to terminal - **Parking Structure A2** — Long stay · $20.00/day, $2.00/hr · next to terminal - **Parking Structure B2** — Long stay · $20.00/day, $2.00/hr · next to terminal - **Parking Structure C** — Long stay · $20.00/day, $2.00/hr · next to terminal - **Terminal Parking** — Short stay · $30/day, $4/hr · 0.3 mi - **Terminal Parking A1** — Garage · Adjacent to Terminal A - **Terminal Parking A2** — Garage · Adjacent to Terminal A - **Terminal Parking B2** — Garage · Adjacent to Terminal B - **Terminal Parking C** — Garage · Adjacent to Terminal C ## Ground transport (15) - **Various Bus Routes** — Bus - **Hotel Courtesy Shuttles** — Shuttle · 10-25 min to nearby hotels · $0 · Every 15-30 min depending on hotel Many area hotels offer complimentary shuttles that pick up at the Ground Transportation Center; request pickup in advance. - **iShuttle / Irvine Shuttle** — Bus · 10-25 min to Irvine business centers · $0-2 · Every 20-30 min on weekdays Some iShuttle routes connect near the airport and local transit centers, serving nearby office parks and rail stations. - **Lyft** — Rideshare · 15-25 min to Anaheim Resort area · $25-45 · On demand Lyft pickups occur at designated rideshare zones in the Ground Transportation Center; follow terminal signage. - **OCTA Route 76** — Bus · 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. · Monday through Friday - **OCTA Route 76 Bus** — Bus · 20-30 min to downtown Santa Ana · $2.00 · Every 30-60 min OCTA buses stop near Airport Way and MacArthur Boulevard, accessible from the terminal area. - **Peer-to-Peer Vehicle Sharing** — Other - **App-Based Rideshare** — Rideshare - **Airport Shuttles** — Shuttle 24-hour advance reservations required - **SuperShuttle or shared-ride van services** — Shuttle · 45-70 min to Los Angeles area destinations · $30-80 · Every 20-30 min Shared-ride vans pick up passengers at the Ground Transportation Center with prior reservation recommended. - **Airport Taxis** — Taxi - **John Wayne Airport Taxis** — Taxi - **Nearby Train Stations** — Other - **Uber** — Rideshare · 20-30 min to Newport Beach · $20-40 · On demand Uber drivers meet passengers at marked rideshare pickup areas near the terminal baggage claim exits. - **Yellow Cab of Orange County** — Taxi · 15-20 min to downtown Santa Ana · $25-40 · On demand Taxis queue at the Ground Transportation Center on the arrivals level outside the terminal. ## Insider tips - _Insider_: Use the TSA PreCheck lanes at SNA; they are exclusive to each terminal, which can significantly save time during peak periods. - _Time_: For rideshare pickups, head to the departure level or parking structures A2, B2, and C to minimize wait times. - _Money_: Main Street Parking is the cheapest official option at $15/day, with a shuttle to the terminals every 15 minutes. - _Local_: Discover Taps Fish House & Brewery in Terminal C for an authentic Orange County food affair. - _Quiet_: For a lesser-crowded meal, Brodard Express in Terminal B offers a calm reprieve from fast-food chains. - _Avoid_: Don’t use the curb for pickups; instead, meet transportation services at the Ground Transportation Center for easier organization. - _Insider_: Terminal parking access is only from the departure level—plan your drive accordingly to avoid unnecessary loops.