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$159+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA (SNA) to Midway (MDW)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — MDW
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Midway

Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Midway
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Midway. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:25 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Sun 1/47:55 amMDW - SNA
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/23$384
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2811:52 amSNA - MDW
1 stop7h 58mFrontier
Sun 1/410:50 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop14h 18mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$398
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/225:40 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Tue 1/66:10 amMDW - SNA
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$418
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:25 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Sat 1/35:20 amMDW - SNA
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$426
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/303:05 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Fri 1/25:15 amMDW - SNA
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$441
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/278:25 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Fri 1/21:50 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$462
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2612:05 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Sat 1/36:00 amMDW - SNA
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/22$468

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Midway (MDW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$283
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$159
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$558
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to Midway that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Chicago Midway Airport that are best for you.

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Santa Ana

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Midway

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/29

12:25 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/1

8:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$289

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/18

12:25 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/21

3:15 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$289

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/17

1:40 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/24

1:10 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$289

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/7

7:50 am-4:55 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/11

8:40 am-12:35 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$289

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 3/8

9:05 pm-5:45 am

1 stop6h 40m

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/10

5:55 am-10:10 am

1 stop6h 15m

$289

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 2/23

5:30 pm-8:54 am

2 stops13h 24m

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/1

12:45 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$312

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/16

12:00 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/19

7:55 am-2:20 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$323

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 4/4

5:45 pm-5:00 am

1 stop9h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/8

6:10 am-10:35 am

1 stop6h 25m

$323

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 4/25

4:00 pm-5:40 am

1 stop11h 40m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/28

1:05 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$334

Santa AnaChicago

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/16

6:45 am-7:27 am

3 stops22h 42m

$159

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Deals found on 12/20

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Ana to Midway

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Ana to Midway in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Chicago Midway Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana, California-Chicago Midway Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana, California-Chicago Midway Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Chicago Midway Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Ana, California-Chicago Midway Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Midway

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Chicago Midway Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago Midway Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago Midway Airport (average of $110). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Chicago Midway Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $232). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SNA to MDW?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to Midway. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 60% on flights from Santa Ana, California to Chicago Midway Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Midway

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Midway. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Midway. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Ana to Chicago Midway Airport, such as Southwest. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana to Midway. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Ana to Chicago Midway?

    For a flight from Santa Ana to Chicago Midway, you will be flying from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is just 4.8 mi from the center of the city. J. Wayne/Orange Cnty is the only Santa Ana airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Chicago Midway per day. 1 airline has flights to Chicago Midway from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago Midway Airport?

    Departing from Santa Ana, California to Chicago Midway Airport will take you 6h 15m. The distance between Santa Ana, California and Chicago Midway Airport is about 1727 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Ana, California to Chicago Midway Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Southwest ($288), offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Ana, California to Chicago Midway Airport. Users have found that Southwest is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Midway that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Ana to Midway flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Midway?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Ana to Midway.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to Midway?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to Midway by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago Midway Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago Midway Airport (average of $110). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Chicago Midway Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $232). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Santa Ana to Midway

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Ana to Midway. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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