John Wayne Airport

Daniella “Parker” Crochet

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April 29, 2025

John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana is hands down one of the easiest airports I’ve ever traveled through. I recently used it to attend a Realtor Summit in Sacramento, and the experience was seamless, minimal wait times, super clean, and very easy to navigate. Even when I landed late at night, everything moved smoothly. One thing I love is that they even have a Hoag medical center right inside the airport, which is so reassuring if you’re ever feeling sick or need quick medical attention while traveling. As a local realtor based here in Orange County, I always highlight conveniences like John Wayne Airport to my clients relocating to the area. It’s small, efficient, and truly traveler-friendly. Feel free to reach out if you want more local tips!

Craig Baker

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April 17, 2025

Historical plaque inscription: Constructed in 1941, Orange County Airport served as an army airfield during World War II. In 1948 the airfield was returned to Orange County. Commercial airline service began in 1952. The facility's name was changed in 1979 in honor of movie icon, John Wayne, one of Orange County's most prominent citizens. Passenger service has continuously improved since dedication of a new terminal in 1990. Recognized as a hub of Orange County transportation, the airport is a tribute to the civil engineering profession which played an important role in its development.

karina k

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December 30, 2024

John Wayne SNA airport is probably one of my most favorite airports bc it’s efficient, small, very well maintained and organized and planned out. Whomever the architect or team of planners who designed this airport were, they are really smart and thought out all the little details. The signs are super clear and there are so many to help you go where you need and find what you are looking for. There’s signs for the cell phone lot, Uber and Lyft and Wingz, ground transportation. You can walk to parking lots and the rental car lots across the street so there’s no wait for a shuttle, you have restaurants including McDonalds which is always fun to have. The bathrooms were clean (both men and women). They also have water foundations and a filtered water refill station. The signs were very easy to see and large fonts and plenty of repeated signs to help you not get lost. They also have an animal relief room and a nursing mother’s lounge.

Brian Kindle

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January 14, 2025

My flight into John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana, Ca, was on time, upon deboarding my plane I made the long walk to find the ridesharing pick up area, which was fairly confusing being that usually when I travel its curb side, but here its in the parking structure. The airport itself is very clean and has a unique ceiling; It is a nice alternative to flying to LAX with how congested it is.

Khoi Nguyen

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February 23, 2025

John Wayne Airport has been one of the best airport experiences I have had so far. With a small terminal and getting into the secured side past check in and security taking less than 15 minutes, it's a relatively quiet airport facility which is also clean and not overly crowded unlike LAX. Flying here from Phoenix Arizona takes only around 45 minutes.