FAQs

Yes.

Many online travel and airline websites reference either SNA or Orange County for John Wayne Airport. The Airport is owned by the County of Orange, is located in the city of Santa Ana, and uses the International Air Transport Association (IATA) code "SNA." Originally the Orange County Airport, it was renamed the John Wayne Airport in 1979 after the late actor and Newport Beach resident.

See our Overview page for more information.

The Airport recommends passengers plan to arrive 1½ to 2 hours prior to the scheduled flight departure time to find parking, go through security screening and get to the gate on time.

Yes, but the white curb is for the immediate loading and unloading of passengers only. When picking up passengers, it is best to park in the Terminal Parking Structures. The rate is an economical $2 per hour, and dedicated two-hour parking spaces are available on the lower level of the A1, B2 and C structures. Greeters can then wait for their party either in the ticket counter area on the Departure (upper) Level or in the baggage claim area on the Arrival (lower) Level.

When picking up passengers, you can also temporarily park and wait in the cell phone waiting lot located south of Parking Structure C near the corner of MacArthur Boulevard and Campus Drive. The cell phone waiting lot has 18 designated spaces where visitors can wait in their vehicles, free of charge, until they receive a call or text from their arriving passengers indicating they are ready for pick up.

Yes, John Wayne Airport encourages this after 9:00 am when the Departure (upper) Level is less congested than the Arrival (lower) Level.

John Wayne Airport can be accessed by the San Diego (I-405) Freeway, the Costa Mesa (SR-55) Freeway, and the Corona Del Mar Freeway/San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor Toll Road (SR-73).

Terminal Address:

Thomas F. Riley Terminal
18601 Airport Way
Santa Ana, CA 92707

More detailed directions and Orange County map 

John Wayne Airport offers several parking options: Terminal Parking Structures (A1, A2, B2, C), curbside Valet Parking and Main Street (Off-Airport) Parking. All parking facilities are available for short- and long-term parking.

Airport Information Booths are located in the Baggage Claim areas (lower level) across from Baggage Carousels 2, 3 and 5. Customer Relations Assistants are available to answer Airport or tourism-related questions.

A Customer Relations Assistant may be reached by dialing "0" from any White Courtesy Phone or by calling (949) 252-5200.

Volunteer Ambassadors are trained customer service professionals who are available to assist Airport guests with friendly, knowledgeable service. Volunteer Ambassadors are easily identified by their red coats/vest and friendly smiles.

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Arrival and departure information may be found on our website or by contacting an Customer Relations Assistant by dialing "0" from any White Courtesy Phone or by calling (949) 252-5200.

Global Entry

John Wayne Airport, in partnership with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers Global Entry to pre-approved, low-risk travelers arriving into Orange County from international destinations for expedited CBP clearance.

Please note that John Wayne Airport is not a Global Entry Enrollment Center.

Visit the CBP Global Entry website for more information on the programs and local enrollment centers.

TSA Pre✓^®

Visit our TSA Pre✓^® page for local information or the TSA Pre✓^® website for general information on the program.

Only ticketed passengers are allowed beyond the security checkpoints. However, John Wayne Airport now offers OC AirPASS, which allows guests without a boarding pass access to the secure areas of the Terminal from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. To obtain a pass, check-in at Information Booth B in Terminal B (Lower Level, Baggage Claim) and present a valid government-issued ID. For more information, visit the OC AirPass page or call a Customer Relations Assistant at 949-252-5200.

John Wayne Airport is pleased to provide free Wi-Fi to passengers throughout the Thomas F. Riley Terminal concourses. Under available wireless networks, choose "JWAFREEWIFI."

Uber, Lyft and Wingz are allowed to pick up passengers on the top level of parking structures A2 and B2, and in the Terminal C parking structure on the upper level next to the ticketing area. See Terminal Map for details.

Yes. Electric vehicle (EV) owners can quickly identify where to park and charge their cars with reflective signage and parking space surface markings in all three parking structures at the Thomas F. Riley Terminal.

^{EV charging stations in Parking Structures are Level I (110V). Main Street Parking EV stations are Level 2.}

There are many easily accessible electrical outlets and USB ports located throughout the Thomas F. Riley Terminal. Most are located along seatbacks or underneath seating. Work stations are also available throughout Terminal C gate areas.

Yes!

Mothers traveling through John Wayne Airport have access to a private Nursing Mother’s Lounge. Located post-security between Gates 11 and 12, the Lounge features comfortable seating, a sink with running water, electrical outlets, and adjustable lighting.

John Wayne Airport is located approximately 14 miles from Disneyland.