$145+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA (SNA) to Chicago (CHI)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — CHI
Oct 19 — Oct 261
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to ChicagoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 19, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 19, 2026.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/84:08 pm -
1 stop11h 08m
Fri 10/96:20 am -
1 stop13h 49m
Deal found 9/14![Frontier logo]()
$324
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/192:53 pm -
1 stop8h 06m
Wed 10/213:49 pm -
1 stop8h 17m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$325
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/110:45 am -
1 stop12h 00m
Sun 10/46:30 am -
1 stop6h 35m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$326
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/84:08 pm -
1 stop11h 08m
Wed 10/216:30 am -
1 stop30h 22m
Deal found 9/18![Frontier logo]()
$327
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/154:08 pm -
1 stop11h 08m
Mon 10/266:30 am -
1 stop6h 22m
Deal found 9/18![Frontier logo]()
$328
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/67:45 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Sat 10/1010:25 am -
1 stop7h 55m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$329
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/110:45 am -
1 stop12h 00m
Thu 10/156:20 am -
1 stop13h 49m
Deal found 9/16![Frontier logo]()
$329
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/241:08 pm -
1 stop14h 02m
Thu 11/265:19 am -
1 stop14h 40m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$330
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/147:30 am -
2 stops26h 47m
Wed 10/213:30 pm -
1 stop28h 39m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$331
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/147:30 am -
2 stops23h 51m
Wed 10/216:30 am -
1 stop30h 22m
Deal found 9/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$331
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/137:30 am -
2 stops14h 54m
Mon 10/263:30 pm -
1 stop25h 33m
Deal found 9/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/176:10 pm -
1 stop9h 40m
Fri 10/233:45 pm -
2 stops7h 50m
Deal found 9/17![Southwest logo]()
$333
Best flights from Santa Ana to ChicagoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Ana to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 19, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Ana to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 19, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/195:55 pm -
1 stop9h 45m
Tue 10/209:00 am -
1 stop10h 29m
Deal found 9/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$373
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/72:26 pm -
Nonstop4h 14m
Sat 10/104:00 pm -
Nonstop4h 41m
Deal found 9/15![United Airlines logo]()
$379
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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.
Mon 10/192:03 pm -
1 stop7h 31m
Sat 10/2410:35 am -
1 stop10h 03m
Deal found 9/18![Delta logo]()
$394
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/18:59 pm -
1 stop12h 28m
Sun 10/49:36 pm -
2 stops20h 12m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$410
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/74:25 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Sun 10/115:15 am -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 9/17![Southwest logo]()
$429
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/194:23 pm -
1 stop18h 03m
Sat 11/2112:36 pm -
1 stop22h 27m
Deal found 9/17![Allegiant Air logo]()
$433
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 11/112:00 pm -
1 stop7h 54m
Mon 11/1612:58 pm -
1 stop11h 32m
Deal found 9/16![Delta logo]()
$399
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/188:59 pm -
1 stop13h 38m
Thu 10/228:20 pm -
1 stop24h 54m
Deal found 9/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$411
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/31:05 pm -
1 stop6h 13m
Thu 10/87:55 pm -
Nonstop4h 31m
Deal found 9/15![United Airlines logo]()
$424
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/3010:36 am -
1 stop11h 23m
Sat 10/39:00 am -
1 stop10h 29m
Deal found 9/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$427
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/38:10 am -
1 stop9h 20m
Sat 10/1710:25 am -
1 stop7h 55m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$434
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/132:03 pm -
1 stop7h 31m
Tue 10/207:35 am -
2 stops11h 47m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$404
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/311:29 am -
1 stop6h 01m
Sat 10/175:00 am -
1 stop6h 30m
Deal found 9/16![United Airlines logo]()
$429
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/37:10 am -
2 stops8h 55m
Wed 10/76:05 am -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 9/15![Southwest logo]()
$439
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/48:59 pm -
1 stop14h 08m
Thu 10/89:03 pm -
1 stop21h 12m
Deal found 9/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$460
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 10/35:00 pm -
2 stops13h 36m
Thu 10/86:35 am -
1 stop8h 33m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$439
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/316:45 am -
2 stops8h 30m
Sat 11/71:25 pm -
2 stops7h 35m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/12:26 pm -
Nonstop4h 14m
Tue 10/65:00 am -
1 stop6h 29m
Deal found 9/16![United Airlines logo]()
$455
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/216:44 pm -
2 stops15h 03m
Tue 11/2412:22 pm -
1 stop7h 37m
Deal found 9/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$464
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/117:45 am -
2 stops14h 14m
Sun 11/157:20 am -
2 stops12h 31m
Deal found 9/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$530
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/308:45 am -
1 stop7h 15m
Thu 10/15:40 am -
1 stop6h 50m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$469
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 10/92:03 pm -
2 stops16h 41m
Tue 10/2712:27 pm -
2 stops12h 03m
Deal found 9/18![Delta logo]()
$497
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/147:51 pm -
1 stop13h 52m
Mon 1/1812:33 pm -
2 stops22h 26m
Deal found 9/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$498
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/288:30 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Thu 10/16:05 am -
1 stop5h 55m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$469
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/228:59 pm -
1 stop12h 28m
Mon 10/261:27 pm -
2 stops21h 32m
Deal found 9/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$499
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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.
Wed 9/307:00 am -
1 stop9h 01m
Mon 10/57:00 am -
1 stop8h 11m
Deal found 9/18![Delta logo]()
$507
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/296:45 am -
2 stops8h 25m
Sat 10/34:05 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$474
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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.
Tue 10/66:45 am -
1 stop7h 29m
Sat 10/246:04 am -
1 stop8h 40m
Deal found 9/18![Delta logo]()
$510
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/216:44 pm -
2 stops15h 03m
Fri 11/271:16 pm -
1 stop26h 45m
Deal found 9/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$534
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 10/82:55 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Sun 10/115:15 am -
1 stop5h 55m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$492
Last-minute flights from Santa Ana to ChicagoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Santa Ana to Chicago. Data last updated September 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Santa Ana to Chicago. Data last updated September 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/110:45 am -
1 stop12h 00m
Sun 10/46:30 am -
1 stop6h 35m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$326
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/110:45 am -
1 stop12h 00m
Thu 10/156:20 am -
1 stop13h 49m
Deal found 9/16![Frontier logo]()
$329
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/67:45 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Sat 10/1010:25 am -
1 stop7h 55m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$329
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/84:08 pm -
1 stop11h 08m
Fri 10/96:20 am -
1 stop13h 49m
Deal found 9/14![Frontier logo]()
$324
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/84:08 pm -
1 stop11h 08m
Wed 10/216:30 am -
1 stop30h 22m
Deal found 9/18![Frontier logo]()
$327
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/88:59 pm -
1 stop26h 00m
Tue 10/138:01 pm -
2 stops43h 43m
Deal found 9/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$330
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/137:30 am -
2 stops14h 54m
Mon 10/263:30 pm -
1 stop25h 33m
Deal found 9/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$332
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/147:30 am -
2 stops26h 47m
Wed 10/213:30 pm -
1 stop28h 39m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$331
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/147:30 am -
2 stops23h 51m
Wed 10/216:30 am -
1 stop30h 22m
Deal found 9/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$331
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/154:08 pm -
1 stop11h 08m
Mon 10/266:30 am -
1 stop6h 22m
Deal found 9/18![Frontier logo]()
$328
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/176:10 pm -
1 stop9h 40m
Fri 10/233:45 pm -
2 stops7h 50m
Deal found 9/17![Southwest logo]()
$333
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/192:53 pm -
1 stop8h 06m
Wed 10/213:49 pm -
1 stop8h 17m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$325
One-way flights from Santa Ana to ChicagoSearch for one-way flight options from Santa Ana to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 19, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Santa Ana to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 19, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/173:30 pm -
Nonstop4h 14m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/18![American Airlines logo]()
$145
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/156:51 pm -
1 stop12h 44m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$146
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/264:35 pm -
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Deal found 9/17![Southwest logo]()
$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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2 stops31h 34m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Frontier logo]()
$147
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/84:08 pm -
1 stop11h 08m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/67:30 am -
2 stops32h 21m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$149
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1911:38 am -
1 stop10h 43m
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Deal found 9/16![Frontier logo]()
$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/147:39 pm -
2 stops26h 51m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Frontier logo]()
$150
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/61:35 pm -
1 stop8h 20m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/17![Southwest logo]()
$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/158:59 pm -
1 stop12h 28m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Allegiant Air logo]()
$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/157:30 am -
2 stops27h 41m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/306:50 pm -
1 stop14h 35m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Frontier logo]()
$154
Find flight deals from Santa Ana to Chicago
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Chicago (CHI). 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 September 19, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $300 (Expedia) |
One-way from | $145 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $440 |
Good round-trip deal | $397 or less |
Good one-way deal | $225 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to Chicago 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Chicago that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Santa AnaChicago
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - MDW Chicago Midway
SNAMDW
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Tue 10/6
1:35 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop8h 20m
Chicago Midway
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$151
Santa AnaChicago
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SNAORD
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Tue 10/20
4:15 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop5h 44m
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 - MDW Chicago Midway
SNAMDW
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Fri 10/16
8:40 pm-5:50 am
1 stop7h 10m
Chicago Midway
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$165
Santa AnaChicago
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
SNARFD
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Sun 10/18
8:59 pm-12:37 pm
1 stop13h 38m
Chicago Greater Rockford
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$180
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
$180
Santa AnaChicago
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - MDW Chicago Midway
SNAMDW
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Fri 11/27
7:35 pm-5:00 am
1 stop7h 25m
Chicago Midway
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$192
Santa AnaChicago
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
SNAORD
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Fri 3/12
1:30 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop8h 29m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$200
Santa AnaChicago
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - MDW Chicago Midway
SNAMDW
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Mon 11/23
3:35 pm-12:15 am
1 stop6h 40m
Chicago Midway
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$200
Santa AnaChicago
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
SNARFD
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Sun 10/4
8:59 pm-1:07 pm
1 stop14h 08m
Chicago Greater Rockford
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$203
Santa AnaChicago
SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
SNARFD
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Tue 10/6
7:30 am-8:50 am
3 stops47h 20m
Chicago Greater Rockford
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$204
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Compare providers for flights from Santa Ana to Chicago
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 Chicago in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Chicago 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 flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana, California-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Chicago 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 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 Chicago
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Santa Ana with our price prediction graph.
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SNA-MDW
SNA-RFD
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago (average of $421). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $507). 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 CHI?
Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 19, 2026.
When flying from Santa Ana, California to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
Weekly flight availability from Santa Ana, California to Chicago
Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Ana to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 19, 2026.
The most flights from SNA to CHI are scheduled on a Friday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Ana, California to Chicago?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Santa Ana, California to Chicago flights typically cost between $350 and $562 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $324 on Frontier (Oct 8-Oct 9).
How often are flights from Santa Ana to Chicago delayed?
About 9% of weekly flights between Santa Ana and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 194 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Santa Ana to Chicago flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Santa Ana to Chicago flights?
Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago?
The price you pay for your flight from Santa Ana, California to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated September 19, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Ana to Chicago, such as Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$158 | Average$260 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$258 | Average$411 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$269 | Average$432 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$288 | Average$504 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$289 | Average$503 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$359 | Average$548 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |