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$129+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA (SNA) to Columbus

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 6/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — CMH
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Columbus are usually found in September or May, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Columbus
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/262:05 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Mon 12/293:20 pmCMH - SNA
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$892
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2612:42 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/298:15 amCMH - SNA
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$931
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:17 amSNA - CMH
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/298:15 amCMH - SNA
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$934
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Mon 12/296:00 amCMH - SNA
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Deal found 12/17$952
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/2711:42 amCMH - SNA
1 stop9h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$984
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Fri 12/266:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/295:40 amCMH - SNA
1 stop8h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$992
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/217:45 amSNA - CMH
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/287:58 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,025
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2112:42 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/287:05 amCMH - SNA
1 stop9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,028
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/262:47 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/285:05 amCMH - SNA
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,030

Find flight deals from Santa Ana to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Columbus (C01). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$247
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$129
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$516
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Columbus
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Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/29

6:45 am-6:27 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Columbus

Sun 2/1

8:00 am-6:38 pm

1 stop13h 38m

$284

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/30

6:45 am-6:27 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Columbus

Sun 2/1

8:00 am-10:27 pm

1 stop17h 27m

$284

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/16

6:45 am-6:27 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Columbus

Mon 1/19

8:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop30h 45m

$284

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 2/5

3:35 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop23h 52m

Columbus

Sun 2/8

8:00 am-7:59 pm

1 stop14h 59m

$284

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/13

7:30 am-10:59 pm

2 stops12h 29m

Columbus

Sat 1/17

10:53 am-6:17 pm

2 stops10h 24m

$296

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/23

6:45 am-6:27 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Columbus

Mon 1/26

8:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop11h 12m

$304

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/13

10:51 am-8:21 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Columbus

Sat 1/17

4:37 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$316

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/16

11:05 am-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 39m

Columbus

Mon 1/19

4:37 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$346

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 2/19

12:56 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop25h 59m

Columbus

Sun 2/22

6:51 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$358

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/16

7:30 am-10:59 pm

2 stops12h 29m

Columbus

Mon 1/19

4:33 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$359

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Columbus

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Santa Ana, California to Columbus is 44 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Columbus (average of $103). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $252). 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 CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Santa Ana, California to Columbus at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from Santa Ana to Columbus have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,055 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Santa Ana to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Santa Ana airport to Columbus. It is only a 4.8 mi journey to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) from Santa Ana’s city center.

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

    Alaska Airlines can get you from Santa Ana, California to Columbus in just under 8h 42m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 1968 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana, California to Columbus round-trip?

    Flying on Breeze Airways is currently your cheapest option to Columbus, with prices starting at $119. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Spirit Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $138 and $142, respectively. Users have found that Breeze Airways is 72% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana, California to Columbus one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Ana, California to Columbus are Spirit Airlines ($75), Breeze Airways ($94), and American Airlines ($120).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Columbus (average of $103). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $252). 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 Columbus

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana to Columbus. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$134Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$162Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$164Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$294Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$342Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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