Large airport · Santa Ana, United States
John Wayne Orange County International Airport
The National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2023–2027 categorized it as a primary commercial service airport since it has over 10,000 passenger boardings per year. Its IATA code is SNA. Its ICAO code is KSNA. It has 2 runways, longest 5,700 ft (ASP). Elevation 56 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Santa Ana, United States |
|---|---|
| IATA code | SNA |
| ICAO code | KSNA |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 2 runways, longest 5,700 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 56 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 33.6751° N, 117.8693° W |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What John Wayne Orange County International Airport is known for
The National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2023–2027 categorized it as a primary commercial service airport since it has over 10,000 passenger boardings per year.
History
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. The National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2023–2027 categorized it as a primary commercial service airport since it has over 10,000 passenger boardings per year.
Official website: http://www.ocair.com/ — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
Landmarks near this airport
Famous landmarks close to John Wayne Orange County International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site LandmarkProfiles.
- Walt Disney Concert Hall · United States · 34.2 miles away
- Hollywood Sign · United States · 41.0 miles away
National parks near this airport
National parks close to John Wayne Orange County International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Corona del Mar State Beach · United States · 5.6 miles away
- Huntington State Beach · United States · 6.5 miles away
- Crystal Cove State Park · United States · 7.2 miles away
- Bolsa Chica State Beach · United States · 10.4 miles away
- Doheny State Beach · United States · 18.5 miles away
- Chino Hills State Park · United States · 21.6 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is John Wayne Orange County International Airport?
The National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2023–2027 categorized it as a primary commercial service airport since it has over 10,000 passenger boardings per year.
What is the airport code for John Wayne Orange County International Airport?
John Wayne Orange County International Airport — its IATA code is SNA and its ICAO code is KSNA.
Where is John Wayne Orange County International Airport located?
John Wayne Orange County International Airport serves Santa Ana, United States. Its coordinates are 33.6751° N, 117.8693° W.
What is the history of John Wayne Orange County International Airport?
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. The National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2023–2027 categorized it as a primary commercial service airport since it has over 10,000 passenger boardings per year.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#3894
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Wayne_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.