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Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to Chicago (CHI) from $59

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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Chicago are usually found in February or April, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 April 26, 2024.

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February

Round-trip from

$222

One-way from

$59
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Chicago?

Users have found that flying from Santa Ana to Chicago on a Saturday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Santa Ana to Chicago?

To save up to 79% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 46 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Santa Ana to Chicago from $297 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $499 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Chicago?

Flights from Santa Ana to Chicago lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from Santa Ana to Chicago in January, with the cheapest ticket starting at $93.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Ana to Chicago (SNA - CHI)?

When flying from Santa Ana to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 29% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Santa Ana to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Santa Ana and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights traveling from Santa Ana to Chicago. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/227:08 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$91
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/297:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$100
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/221:13 pmORD - SNA
1 stop10h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$113
Tue 5/73:37 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/147:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$119
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2110:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$122
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2110:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$124
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/217:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$125
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/217:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$129
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/291:13 pmORD - SNA
1 stop10h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$135

  • If you’re traveling from Santa Ana to Chicago, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Santa Ana to Chicago flights are typically 16% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $568.81 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $257. When traveling from Santa Ana to Chicago on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. When flying from Santa Ana to Chicago, Spirit Airlines flights are 11% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Frontier flights from Santa Ana to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between Santa Ana and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Frontier flights traveling from Santa Ana to Chicago. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Sat 5/118:27 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop10h 04mFrontier
Mon 5/135:45 amMDW - SNA
1 stop12h 19mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$123
Thu 5/98:52 amSNA - MDW
1 stop24h 44mFrontier
Mon 5/135:45 amMDW - SNA
1 stop12h 19mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$127
Fri 5/108:59 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop21h 40mFrontier
Mon 5/135:45 amMDW - SNA
1 stop12h 19mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$137
Fri 5/108:59 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop21h 40mFrontier
Sun 5/1210:59 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop16h 02mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$139
Thu 5/98:52 amSNA - MDW
1 stop24h 44mFrontier
Sun 5/1210:59 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop16h 02mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$147
Tue 5/217:52 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop27h 21mFrontier
Sat 5/257:59 pmORD - SNA
1 stop25h 55mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$149
Thu 5/98:52 amSNA - MDW
1 stop24h 44mFrontier
Thu 5/167:35 amMDW - SNA
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$158
Thu 5/98:52 amSNA - MDW
1 stop24h 44mFrontier
Sun 5/125:01 amMDW - SNA
1 stop11h 13mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$159
Wed 8/287:12 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop23h 09mFrontier
Tue 9/38:00 amORD - SNA
1 stop12h 22mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$169

  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from Santa Ana to Chicago is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $400.00 RT. This price is typically 31% cheaper than other airlines that offer Santa Ana to Chicago flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $228. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport is the most common Santa Ana airport to take off from when flying to Chicago. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Chicago. When flying from Santa Ana to Chicago, Frontier flights are 3% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Santa Ana to Chicago flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Santa Ana to Chicago specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Prices were last updated on April 26, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Chicago in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/227:08 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$91
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/297:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$100
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/221:13 pmORD - SNA
1 stop10h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$113
Tue 5/73:37 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/147:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$119
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2110:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$122
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2110:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$124
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/217:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$125
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/217:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$129
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/291:13 pmORD - SNA
1 stop10h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$135

Santa Ana to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Ana and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Chicago in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/227:08 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$91
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/297:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$100
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/221:13 pmORD - SNA
1 stop10h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$113
Tue 5/73:37 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/147:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$119
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2110:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$122
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2110:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$124
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/217:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$125
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/217:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$129
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/291:13 pmORD - SNA
1 stop10h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$135

Non-stop flights to Chicago from Santa Ana

Discover non-stop flight options from Santa Ana to Chicago. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from Santa Ana to Chicago. Users can also choose from other Santa Ana to Chicago flights by using the search form above.
Thu 5/302:10 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/317:15 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$259
Thu 7/411:27 amSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/95:30 pmORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$319
Mon 7/14:55 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/57:15 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$349
Thu 5/231:33 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/2610:11 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$350
Fri 5/171:33 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/265:30 pmORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$351
Fri 5/3111:39 amSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/38:20 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$357
Thu 5/165:00 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 02mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/207:10 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$379
Thu 5/231:33 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/2610:11 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$388
Sun 6/24:55 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/57:15 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$401

Santa Ana to Chicago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Santa Ana to Chicago for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Santa Ana to Chicago. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Tue 5/73:37 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/147:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$119
Tue 5/76:45 amSNA - ORD
3 stops24h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/147:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$136
Tue 5/73:37 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops20h 29mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/147:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$152
Sat 5/48:27 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop26h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/87:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$181
Wed 5/811:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/114:05 pmORD - SNA
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$182
Wed 5/86:45 amSNA - ORD
2 stops14h 44mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/94:44 pmORD - SNA
1 stop6h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$189
Sat 5/48:27 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop26h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/157:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$213
Thu 5/96:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/137:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop18h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$214
Wed 5/811:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/99:36 amORD - SNA
1 stop13h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$218

One-way flights to Chicago from Santa Ana

Search for one-way flight options from Santa Ana to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Santa Ana to Chicago, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Chicago should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Wed 5/153:57 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop6h 59mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$59
Wed 5/811:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$63
Wed 5/2911:08 amSNA - ORD
2 stops19h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$71
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$73
Wed 5/86:45 amSNA - ORD
2 stops14h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$75
Tue 5/73:37 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$79
Fri 5/108:59 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop21h 40mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$80
Thu 5/1612:12 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop7h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$80
Sat 5/1810:53 amSNA - ORD
2 stops15h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$81

Find flights from Santa Ana to Chicago within your budget

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 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.

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Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago O'Hare Intl

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/15

1 stop13h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/22

2 stops16h 22m

$91

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago O'Hare Intl

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/15

1 stop13h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/29

2 stops16h 30m

$100

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago O'Hare Intl

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/15

1 stop13h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/22

1 stop10h 17m

$113

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago O'Hare Intl

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/7

1 stop12h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/14

2 stops16h 30m

$119

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago O'Hare Intl

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/14

2 stops22h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/21

1 stop13h 11m

$122

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago Midway

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/11

1 stop10h 04m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/13

1 stop12h 19m

$123

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago Midway

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/9

1 stop24h 44m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/13

1 stop12h 19m

$127

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago Midway

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/10

1 stop21h 40m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/13

1 stop12h 19m

$137

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago O'Hare Intl

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/17

1 stop25h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/21

2 stops21h 07m

$164

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When is the best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santa Ana to Chicago, you should look to book at least 42 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Ana to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Chicago. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to Chicago flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Santa Ana to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Santa Ana to Chicago is currently $73 while a round-trip flight costs $122. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Santa Ana to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $356). 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.

January

$248

February

$245

March

$280

April

$273

May

$282

June

$356

July

$336

August

$276

September

$258

October

$248

November

$270

December

$248

Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

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 April 26, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Frontier and American Airlines from Santa Ana to Chicago have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,114 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,114 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,114 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,975 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,114 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,234 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,114 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,898 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,114 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Spirit Airlines
6.4
Okay
8,756 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,114 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) if they book a flight from Santa Ana to Chicago. On average, J. Wayne/Orange Cnty has 22 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 6 airlines. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty is conveniently located just 4.8 mi from Santa Ana’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Santa Ana to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Ana to Chicago for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $91, but on average you can expect to pay $129.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Santa Ana to Chicago for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Santa Ana to Chicago under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Chicago is less than $397.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Santa Ana to Chicago for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Santa Ana to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Santa Ana to Chicago on average per day?

    Travelers can expect 9 flights from Santa Ana to Chicago on average per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 78% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 22% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Ana to Chicago in 10h 04m. Fly via Spirit Airlines or Frontier to get the fastest option. There are 1732 mi between Santa Ana and Chicago. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana to Chicago round-trip?

    Currently priced at $91, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Santa Ana to Chicago and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Frontier for as low as $123. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 77% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most popular routes from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    The most popular route from Santa Ana to Chicago is Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Chicago Midway or Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Chicago Greater Rockford.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    Consider American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Delta when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Santa Ana to Chicago.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Santa Ana to Chicago on time: Scandinavian Airlines (94%), Emirates (93%), Brussels Airlines (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Santa Ana to Chicago? While on average our users pay $889, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $174. The most popular route (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $100.

  • What does SNA to ORD mean?

    This is defined as Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). Codes like Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Ana to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Santa Ana to Chicago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Santa Ana to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Santa Ana to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Santa Ana to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Santa Ana to Chicago flight deals updated?

    The Santa Ana to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/25.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana to Chicago. 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 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$122Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapest$199Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$257Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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