Distance from San Francisco to Santa Ana by Car and Plane
The flight distance from San Francisco (CA) to Santa Ana (CA) is 378 miles or 608 kilometers or 328 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Francisco to Santa Ana is 412 miles (664 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 34 miles or 56 km.
Flight distance from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between San Francisco and Santa Ana is 378 miles or 608 km.The nearest airport to San Francisco, is San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and the nearest airport to Santa Ana, is Ontario International Airport (ONT).
What is the average flight time from San Francisco to Santa Ana?
Flight time from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA is 0 hours 52 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
San Francisco to Santa Ana Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between San Francisco, CA and Santa Ana, CAThis map shows the distance from San Francisco, CA, Usa to Santa Ana, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from San Francisco, California to Santa Ana, California is displayed below.
Driving distance from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA
The driving distance from San Francisco, California to Santa Ana, California is 412 miles or 664 km.
The total driving distance from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA is 412 miles or 664 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Francisco, California. It ends in Santa Ana, California.
The driving distance from San Francisco, California to Santa Ana, California is approximately 412 miles (664 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 7 to 8 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA
How long is the drive from San Francisco, CA to Santa Ana, CA?The total driving time is 7 hours, 43 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Francisco to Santa Ana take?
San Francisco and Santa Ana are 7 hours 43 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.
Time Difference between San Francisco and Santa Ana
Time difference between San Francisco (CA) and Santa Ana (CA) is 0 Hours.
| Current local time in San Francisco | Current local time in Santa Ana |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-19, 04:15:30 PST | 2025-12-19, 04:15:30 PST |
How Far is it Between San Francisco California, USA and Santa Ana California, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between San Francisco, CA and Santa Ana, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 412 mi | 664 km | 357.78 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 378 mi | 608 km | 328 nmi |
| Difference | 34 mi | 56 km | 29 nmi |
San Francisco Details
San Francisco is located in California, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 37° 46' 30'' Longitude: W 122° 25' 10'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 37.775 |
| Longitude | -122.41944 |
| State | California |
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Santa Ana Details
Santa Ana is located in California, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 33° 44' 44.1'' Longitude: W 117° 52' 4.2'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 33.74557 |
| Longitude | -117.86783 |
| State | California |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between San Francisco, CA and Santa Ana, CA
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 13 hours 50 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 10 hours 22 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 9 hours 13 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 8 hours 18 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 7 hours 32 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 6 hours 55 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 6 hours 23 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 5 hours 55 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 5 hours 32 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 5 hours 11 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 4 hours 52 minutes |