O'Hare Intl

$79+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA (SNA) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

SNA — ORD
Nov 29 — Dec 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in February or December, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/302:12 pm -
1 stop12h 58m
Thu 12/36:21 am -
1 stop13h 33m
Deal found 10/26$322
Thu 12/1712:59 pm -
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Fri 12/258:00 pm -
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Deal found 10/25$323
Sat 11/216:09 pm -
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Deal found 10/25$324
Tue 12/222:54 pm -
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Thu 12/243:19 pm -
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Deal found 10/26$325
Fri 12/1812:35 pm -
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Tue 12/294:08 pm -
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Deal found 10/26$326
Fri 12/2512:35 pm -
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Tue 12/297:45 am -
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Deal found 10/25$328
Wed 11/181:42 pm -
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Tue 12/112:58 pm -
1 stop11h 32m
Deal found 10/25$329
Tue 11/242:12 pm -
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Deal found 10/25$330
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Deal found 10/25$331
Mon 11/1611:38 am -
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Sat 11/216:40 am -
1 stop12h 44m
Deal found 10/29$333
Fri 11/206:55 pm -
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Fri 11/276:40 am -
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Deal found 10/26$334
Sat 12/194:50 pm -
2 stops28h 16m
Tue 12/297:45 am -
1 stop29h 55m
Deal found 10/26$335

Find flight deals from Santa Ana to O'Hare Intl

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$322
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$79
(Super.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$462

Good round-trip deal

$451 or less

Good one-way deal

$277 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-Chicago O'Hare Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-Chicago O'Hare Intl flights.
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Chicago O'Hare Intl
One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Chicago O'Hare Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Chicago O'Hare Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Chicago O'Hare Intl.

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Santa AnaChicago

SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 12/8

6:45 am-5:49 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$117

Santa AnaChicago

SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 12/10

7:00 am-9:56 pm

2 stops12h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$142

Santa AnaChicago

SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 12/31

6:45 am-1:06 pm

Nonstop4h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$155

Santa AnaChicago

SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/1

1:56 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$165

Santa AnaChicago

SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 12/12

1:41 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$185

Santa AnaChicago

SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 12/9

6:45 am-1:12 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$187
Quickest round-trip

Santa AnaChicago

SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 12/21

2:16 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$190

Santa AnaChicago

SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/17

12:07 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$246

Santa AnaChicago

SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 11/27

6:45 am-5:56 pm

1 stop9h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$260

Santa AnaChicago

SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/5

12:07 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$309

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Ana to O'Hare Intl

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Ana to O'Hare Intl in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 O'Hare Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana, California-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana, California-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The price you pay for your flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $415). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $513). 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 ORD?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights typically cost between $379 and $580 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $322 on Frontier (Nov 30-Dec 3).

The best insider tips for Santa Ana to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Santa Ana to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on SNA

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,United Airlines, andJetBlue from Santa Ana to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Ana to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Most people fly from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) if they book a flight from Santa Ana to Chicago O'Hare Intl. On average, J. Wayne/Orange Cnty has 9 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day from 6 airlines. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty is conveniently located just 4.8 mi from Santa Ana’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Airlines like Delta and United Airlines fly from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in about 4h 13m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 58m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1721 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Frontier, at $173, was found to be the cheapest airline from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include JetBlue and American Airlines. Users have found that Frontier is 62% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Frontier ($98), Southwest ($144), and American Airlines ($144).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Consider Brussels Airlines (87%), Emirates (85%) or Air Canada (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport? While on average our users pay $1,024, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $144. The most popular route (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $197.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to O'Hare Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $415). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $513). 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 6 airlines flying from Santa Ana to O'Hare Intl

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$173Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$258Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$281Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$359Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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