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$373+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA to Columbia, MO (SNA - COU)

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 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — COU
Dec 17 — Dec 241
Wed 12/17
Wed 12/24
1 adult, Economy
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Wed 11/261:30 pmSNA - COU
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/289:00 amCOU - SNA
1 stop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/16$595
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Mon 12/16:41 pmSNA - COU
1 stop23h 48mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/59:00 amCOU - SNA
1 stop26h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/16$731
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Mon 11/241:30 pmSNA - COU
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/289:00 amCOU - SNA
1 stop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/16$740
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/221:27 pmSNA - COU
2 stops7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/307:09 amCOU - SNA
2 stops10h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/15$1,566
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Wed 11/261:30 pmSNA - COU
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/299:00 amCOU - SNA
1 stop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/16$1,680
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Mon 11/241:30 pmSNA - COU
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/299:00 amCOU - SNA
1 stop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/16$1,825

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Columbia (COU). 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 November 17, 2025.

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Expedia
2 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$373
(United Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$400
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Columbia that are best for you.

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Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - COU

SNACOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/18

11:10 am-8:40 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Columbia Regional

Sat 2/21

9:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$373

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - COU

SNACOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 12/1

6:41 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop23h 48m

Columbia Regional

Fri 12/5

9:00 am-9:19 am

1 stop26h 19m

$731

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Deals found on 11/15

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Columbia, Missouri?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Columbia, Missouri (average of $258). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Columbia, Missouri in February is currently the most expensive (average of $762). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbia. 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 Columbia. Reviews last updated November 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from Santa Ana to Columbia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,048 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Monica,Nov 2025

JAC - DFW

At least there was an option of entertainment on this flight.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,048 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,048 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Monica,Nov 2025

JAC - DFW

At least there was an option of entertainment on this flight.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana, California to Columbia, Missouri?

    United Airlines can get you from Santa Ana, California to Columbia, Missouri in just under 7h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 1466 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Ana, California to Columbia, Missouri round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Columbia, Missouri, with prices starting at $392.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to Columbia 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 Columbia, Missouri?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Columbia, Missouri (average of $258). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Columbia, Missouri in February is currently the most expensive (average of $762). 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 Columbia

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Ana to Columbia. 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 November 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$392Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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