Car Rental at John Wayne Airport
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Economy
Mitsubishi Mirage
or similar
$66.58
per day
Intermediate
Mazda 3
or similar
$69.08
per day
Compact
Ford Focus
or similar
$72.83
per day
Standard
VW Jetta
or similar
$75.07
per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Full-size
Chevrolet Malibu
or similar
$80.89
/ per day
Premium
Nissan Maxima
or similar
$79.24
/ per day
Luxury
Chrysler 300
or similar
$86.87
/ per day
Full-size Elite
Infiniti Q50
or similar
$87.17
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 03:01 on 2022-06-27. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Travel Information
Language
English
Currency
USD
Country code
1
Traffic direction
Right-hand
Speed limit out of town
72 - 120 km/h
45 - 75 mi/h
Speed limit within town
40 - 120 km/h
25 - 75 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Airport Car Rental
John Wayne Airport (SNA) is the only commercial airport serving Orange County. It used to be called Orange County Airport until it was named for the legendary movie star who is buried in Newport Beach.
Orange County, which is mostly suburban, lies south of Los Angeles. It is a popular tourist destination for various reasons. Its miles and miles of beaches are famous both for being a great place to relax and for surfing. Disneyland, the second-most-popular theme park in the world, is located in Anaheim in Orange County.
Top international routes
- Vancouver
- San Jose del Cabo
Main airlines
The low-cost airline Southwest is the largest airline at the airport with almost 3 million passengers using it every year. It flies to Denver, Las Vegas, Oakland, Phoenix, Sacramento, and San Jose, in addition to Cabo.
United is the second-busiest airline at SNA. Its primary destination is San Francisco which is its main West Coast hub. It also flies to Chicago, Denver, Houston, and Newark.
American is also a popular airline with its main destinations being Phoenix and its hub, Dallas/Fort Worth.
Alaska and Delta also handle many passengers at the airport. Alaska flies to destinations on the West Coast and Delta’s most popular route is to Seattle.
United is the second-busiest airline at SNA. Its primary destination is San Francisco which is its main West Coast hub. It also flies to Chicago, Denver, Houston, and Newark.
American is also a popular airline with its main destinations being Phoenix and its hub, Dallas/Fort Worth.
Alaska and Delta also handle many passengers at the airport. Alaska flies to destinations on the West Coast and Delta’s most popular route is to Seattle.
Terminals
There are three terminals at John Wayne Airport, though they are all in the same building. American, Delta, and WestJet use Terminal A. Alaska, Frontier, Southwest, and United use Terminals B and C. Terminal C also has specific commuter gates. It is also the international terminal for all flights without preclearance.
Location
The airport sits at the heart of Orange County, and though its address is officially Santa Ana, it is actually located south of the city. It is also surrounded by the cities of Irvine, Costa Mesa, and Newport Beach. The airport is about 15 miles away from Disneyland, a 20-minute drive. Though Long Beach Airport is closer as the crow flies, it is a longer drive away due to traffic.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from $96 per day
- Medium cars - from $99 per day
- Premium cars - from $103 per day
- Small cars - from $103 per day
- SUVs - from $111 per day
Car rental desks
Some rental companies have rental desks at the airport while others are located near the airport. Alamo, Thrifty, Dollar, and National all have desks in the airport’s arrival area between terminals A and B. Once the paperwork is completed, renters must proceed to the parking garage which is also where they’ll have to return their rental.
Midway, Economy (serviced by Allied Rent a Car), and Fox are all located away from the airport. These companies provide shuttles from the terminal to their locations. Allow extra time when returning vehicles to these companies’ locations, though. The shuttle can add up to thirty minutes.
Midway, Economy (serviced by Allied Rent a Car), and Fox are all located away from the airport. These companies provide shuttles from the terminal to their locations. Allow extra time when returning vehicles to these companies’ locations, though. The shuttle can add up to thirty minutes.
Services and facilities
John Wayne Airport has all of the services and amenities one would expect of an Orange County airport.
The airport has rotating art exhibitions throughout the terminal and baggage claim area. The artworks are of museum-quality given that they are judged by a specific commission. Free Wifi is available throughout the airport.
The airport has two lounges, an American Airlines Admirals Club near Gate 8 and United Airlines United Club near Gate 9. A USO lounge for members of the military and their families can be found in Terminal B near the baggage claim area. While there are no hotels at the airport, three can be found just across the street and a few more can be found just off the 405.
Finally, there is no need to go hungry or thirsty at the airport. There are plenty of dining options throughout all terminals, including both fast food places like CarlsJr and table-service restaurants serving various cuisines. Coffee shops can also be found throughout the terminals.
The airport has rotating art exhibitions throughout the terminal and baggage claim area. The artworks are of museum-quality given that they are judged by a specific commission. Free Wifi is available throughout the airport.
The airport has two lounges, an American Airlines Admirals Club near Gate 8 and United Airlines United Club near Gate 9. A USO lounge for members of the military and their families can be found in Terminal B near the baggage claim area. While there are no hotels at the airport, three can be found just across the street and a few more can be found just off the 405.
Finally, there is no need to go hungry or thirsty at the airport. There are plenty of dining options throughout all terminals, including both fast food places like CarlsJr and table-service restaurants serving various cuisines. Coffee shops can also be found throughout the terminals.
Nearest gas station
There is a Chevron Station on MacArthur Blvd. almost directly in front of the airport. It is also convenient for most (depending on which direction they are coming from) returning cars to off-airport locations.
Another option is a different Chevron station at the intersection of Bristol Street and Irvine Avenue at the exit from the Corona Del Mar Freeway. Just down the street, there is an Arco station whose gas is typically 20 cents cheaper, though it would require a slight circle to turn around to get back to the road to the airport.
Another option is a different Chevron station at the intersection of Bristol Street and Irvine Avenue at the exit from the Corona Del Mar Freeway. Just down the street, there is an Arco station whose gas is typically 20 cents cheaper, though it would require a slight circle to turn around to get back to the road to the airport.
Airport info
John Wayne Airport (SNA)
- IATA: SNA
- ICAO: KSNA
- Name: John Wayne Airport (SNA)
- Size: Large Airport
- Distance from City: 4 miles / 6.4 km S of town
- Working hours: 24 hours a day
- Phone: +1 (949) 252 5200
- Email: info@ocair.com
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Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices cheapest at John Wayne Airport?
The cost of renting a car at John Wayne Airport depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at John Wayne Airport
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at John Wayne Airport is February when prices for an Economy class start from $24.94. You can see that this is 33% cheaper than the yearly average and 59% cheaper than renting a car in October (when rental prices start at $60.14 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!
What’s the most popular rental length at John Wayne Airport?
Travel length differs from one month to another: in September the average rental period is 20 days, while in January, the average rental period is only 5 days.
Average Rental Length
Which is the busiest car rental month at John Wayne Airport?
Travelers are most likely to rent a car at John Wayne Airport in July, while the fewest number of travelers rent in February.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GreenMotion | Hyundai Accent | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| GreenMotion | Nissan Versa | 5 | 1 | |
| GreenMotion | Nissan Altima | 4 | 3 | Large cars |
| GreenMotion | Hyundai Elantra | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| GreenMotion | Nissan Versa | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| GreenMotion | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 3 | Large cars |
| GreenMotion | Nissan Versa | 4 | 3 | |
| GreenMotion | Ssangyong Korando | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Dollar | Nissan Rogue | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Thrifty | Mazda 3 | 5 | 3 | Large cars |
FAQ
How old do I have to be to rent a car in California?
You have to be at least 21 years old and will be charged a Young Driver's Fee if under the age of 25.
Will I be charged for an additional driver?
No, in California, additional drivers can be added to your rental contract without any additional cost.
Are there toll roads in Orange County?
Yes, there are toll roads in Orange County — Highways 241,261, 73, and 133 (but not I-5 or I-405).
How do I pay for Orange County's toll roads?
You can either use a toll pass provided by the rental company (at an increased cost) or pay online directly.
Our Customers Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
DL
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Camry
February 17, 2021
Think that the staff of Fox do a great job....but if they don't have the cars ...👎
DS
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
June 24, 2019
Santa Ana, and by extension Los Angeles, are both very large and whilst you can get around by public transport I would strongly recommend hiring a car.
Car rental statistics
Highest rated company
Alamo
8.78 / 10
Lowest rated company
GreenMotion
7.74 / 10
Total number of reviews
2
Total rental companies
12
Average daily price
$70.31
Lowest daily price
$25.14
Total cars available
96
Top 12 Suppliers at John Wayne Airport in 2022
8336792046
19051 AIRPORT WAY NORTH,
$67 - $139
+18888266890 / +18336792045
18601 Airport Way North, Santa Ana, CA 92707
$77 - $149
+19492539155 / +18336591917
18601 Airport Way, Santa Ana, CA 92707
$72 - $144
Budget
+19492526240
18601 Airport Way, Suite 73
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:00
Tue:06:00-23:00
Wed:06:00-23:00
Thu:06:00-23:00
Fri:06:00-23:00
Sat:06:00-23:00
Sun:06:00-23:00
Hertz
9492246700
18601 Airport W. North
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:00
Tue:06:00-23:00
Wed:06:00-23:00
Thu:06:00-23:00
Fri:06:00-23:00
Sat:06:00-23:00
Sun:06:00-23:00
Dollar
+18664342226
18601 Airport Way
$72 - $104
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:00
Tue:06:00-23:00
Wed:06:00-23:00
Thu:06:00-23:00
Fri:06:00-23:00
Sat:06:00-23:00
Sun:06:00-23:00
Avis
+19496605200
18601 Airport Way
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:00
Tue:06:00-23:00
Wed:06:00-23:00
Thu:06:00-23:00
Fri:06:00-23:00
Sat:06:00-23:00
Sun:06:00-23:00
Thrifty
+18772830898
4043 Birch Street
$69 - $115
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:00
Tue:06:00-23:00
Wed:06:00-23:00
Thu:06:00-23:00
Fri:06:00-23:00
Sat:06:00-23:00
Sun:06:00-23:00
NUCarrentals
8557887030
4120 BIRCH STREET STE 111
Working hours
Mon:07:00-20:00
Tue:07:00-20:00
Wed:07:00-20:00
Thu:07:00-20:00
Fri:07:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-19:00
Sun:08:00-19:00
+17148745322
325 Baker St E, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:30
Tue:06:00-23:30
Wed:06:00-23:30
Thu:06:00-23:30
Fri:06:00-23:30
Sat:06:00-23:30
Sun:06:00-23:30
+17148745322 / +18002254369
325 E Baker St., Costa Mesa.
$104 - $151
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:30
Tue:06:00-23:30
Wed:06:00-23:30
Thu:06:00-23:30
Fri:06:00-23:30
Sat:06:00-23:30
Sun:06:00-23:30
+19497526664
3195 Airport Loop Dr. D-2, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Working hours
Mon:07:00-17:00
Tue:07:00-17:00
Wed:07:00-17:00
Thu:07:00-17:00
Fri:07:00-17:00
Sat:07:00-14:00
Sun:07:00-14:00