John Wayne Orange County International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 10m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About John Wayne Orange County International Airport
John Wayne Airport is an international commercial and general aviation airport that serves Orange County and Greater Los Angeles, in the U.S. state of California. The airport is located in an unincorporated area of Orange County, and it is owned and operated by Orange County. John Wayne Airport is surrounded by the cities of Irvine, Newport Beach, and Costa Mesa; however, its IATA airport code is registered to Santa Ana, the county seat. Originally named Orange County Airport, the Orange County Board of Supervisors renamed the airport in 1979 in honor of actor John Wayne, who lived in neighboring Newport Beach and died that year. A statue of John Wayne was installed at the airline terminal in 1982.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KSNALive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02L / 20R | 5,700 ft / 1,737 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 02R / 20L | 2,886 ft / 880 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (15)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | SOCAL APP | 121.300 MHz |
| APP | SOCAL APP | 38.020 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.000 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL SECONDARY | 121.850 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 118.000 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.800 MHz |
| DEP | SOCAL DEP | 132.700 MHz |
| DEP | SOCAL DEP | 128.100 MHz |
| GND | JOHN WAYNE GROUND SECONDARY | 132.250 MHz |
| GND | JOHN WAYNE GROUND | 120.800 MHz |
| RDO | RIVERSIDE RDO | 122.450 MHz |
| TWR | RWY 02-20 | 119.900 MHz |
| TWR | 02L-20R | 126.800 MHz |
| TWR | JOHN WAYNE TOWER SECONDARY | 128.350 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
John Wayne Airport offers various passenger services and amenities.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (8)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (17)
Arrivals (STARs) (12)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SANTA ANA CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4400 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 1,165 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 1,165 ft | 82 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 945 ft | 79 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 722 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 709 ft | 95 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 696 ft | 85 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 689 ft | 75 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 666 ft | 295 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from John Wayne Orange County International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for John Wayne Orange County International Airport?
The ICAO code for John Wayne Orange County International Airport is KSNA, and its IATA code is SNA.
Where is John Wayne Orange County International Airport located?
John Wayne Orange County International Airport is large airport located in Santa Ana, United States, at an elevation of 56 ft (17 m).
How many runways does John Wayne Orange County International Airport have?
John Wayne Orange County International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 5,700 ft / 1,737 m.
Which airlines fly to John Wayne Orange County International Airport?
Airlines historically serving John Wayne Orange County International Airport include Air France, AirTran Airways, Alaska Airlines, Alitalia, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, among 13 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from John Wayne Orange County International Airport?
Historical data lists 21 nonstop destinations from John Wayne Orange County International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is John Wayne Orange County International Airport in?
John Wayne Orange County International Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at John Wayne Orange County International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at John Wayne Orange County International Airport is approximately 11.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near John Wayne Orange County International Airport?
The nearest airport to John Wayne Orange County International Airport is Los Alamitos Army Air Field (KSLI), about 11.4 nm to the nw, followed by Fullerton Municipal Airport and Long Beach International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. John Wayne Orange County International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.