John Wayne Orange County International Airport
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is John Wayne Airport from Newport Beach?
John Wayne Airport is approximately 5 miles from Newport Beach, typically a 15-minute drive. It's 10 minutes from Corona del Mar and 20 minutes from Laguna Beach and Disneyland.
Can heavy jets land at John Wayne Airport?
Most heavy jets can operate at John Wayne with proper weight planning, though the 5,700-foot runway and strict noise abatement rules create operational constraints. The Gulfstream G550 and Bombardier Challenger 650 operate here regularly.
Does John Wayne have nighttime curfews?
Yes. SNA has strict nighttime noise restrictions with limited operations between 10 PM and 7 AM. Our team handles all scheduling to ensure compliance, and we can recommend alternatives like Long Beach for late-night arrivals.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02L/20R | 5,700 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 02R/20L | 2,886 ft | 75 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
Nearby Alternative Airports
Los Alamitos Army Air Field
KSLI — Longest runway: 7,999 ft
Long Beach International Airport
LGB — Longest runway: 10,000 ft
Ontario International Airport
ONT — Longest runway: 12,197 ft
Riverside Municipal Airport
RAL — Longest runway: 5,401 ft
Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport
HHR — Longest runway: 4,884 ft
Los Angeles International Airport
LAX — Longest runway: 12,923 ft
March Air Reserve Base
RIV — Longest runway: 13,302 ft
Camp Pendleton MCAS (Munn Field) Airport
KNFG — Longest runway: 6,005 ft
Santa Monica Municipal Airport
SMO — Longest runway: 3,500 ft
Hollywood Burbank Airport
BUR — Longest runway: 6,886 ft
San Bernardino International Airport
SBD — Longest runway: 10,000 ft
McClellan-Palomar Airport
CLD — Longest runway: 4,897 ft
Van Nuys Airport
VNY — Longest runway: 8,001 ft
Airport Resources
Quick Facts
- IATA Code
- SNA
- ICAO Code
- KSNA
- Elevation
- 56 ft
- Runways
- 2
- Longest Runway
- 5,700 ft
- Location
- Santa Ana, California