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$119+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA (SNA) to Columbus

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SNA — CMH
Mar 6 — Mar 131
Fri 3/6
Fri 3/13
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 Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/56:45 am
SNA
-
CMH
2 stops9h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/87:33 pm
CMH
-
SNA
1 stop18h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/2411:41 am
SNA
-
CMH
1 stop8h 47m
American Airlines
Sat 2/285:30 am
CMH
-
SNA
1 stop7h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$257
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/111:20 pm
SNA
-
CMH
2 stops17h 21m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/1810:40 am
CMH
-
SNA
2 stops26h 13m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$265
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/118:00 am
SNA
-
CMH
1 stop7h 18m
Delta
Wed 3/187:05 am
CMH
-
SNA
1 stop8h 15m
Delta
Deal found 2/3$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 3/412:26 pm
SNA
-
CMH
1 stop7h 19m
American Airlines
Fri 3/64:58 pm
CMH
-
SNA
1 stop7h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/3$300
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/46:45 am
SNA
-
CMH
3 stops13h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 3/611:39 am
CMH
-
SNA
2 stops27h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$301
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 2/174:37 pm
SNA
-
CMH
2 stops15h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/228:09 pm
CMH
-
SNA
1 stop17h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Thu 3/261:29 pm
SNA
-
CMH
1 stop7h 28m
Delta
Wed 4/16:15 am
CMH
-
SNA
1 stop7h 31m
Delta
Deal found 2/1$310
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/910:48 am
SNA
-
CMH
2 stops19h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 4/1110:40 am
CMH
-
SNA
2 stops26h 13m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$315

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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 February 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$250
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$119
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$381
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Columbus
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Columbus that are best for you.

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Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/11

2:22 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Columbus

Wed 3/18

4:55 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$257

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/11

6:45 am-9:41 am

3 stops23h 56m

Columbus

Wed 3/18

10:40 am-9:53 am

2 stops26h 13m

$284

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 2/17

4:37 pm-10:44 am

2 stops15h 07m

Columbus

Sun 2/22

8:09 pm-10:46 am

1 stop17h 37m

$305

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 3/26

1:29 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Columbus

Wed 4/1

6:15 am-10:46 am

1 stop7h 31m

$310

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/9

11:55 am-12:15 am

1 stop9h 20m

Columbus

Sun 5/10

6:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop7h 55m

$310

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 3/26

12:29 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Columbus

Tue 3/31

7:00 am-12:18 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$330

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/11

7:03 pm-9:50 am

2 stops11h 47m

Columbus

Wed 3/18

7:05 am-6:23 pm

2 stops14h 18m

$334

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/9

1:27 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Columbus

Thu 3/12

5:34 am-10:05 am

1 stop7h 31m

$337

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/15

1:17 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Columbus

Sun 4/19

6:30 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$339

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/9

12:27 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Columbus

Sat 4/11

7:00 am-12:32 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$343

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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 January 30, 2026.

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 $272). 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 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 February 4, 2026.
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
263 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
263 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
263 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
263 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,146 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
263 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
263 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,222 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
263 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.

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?

    United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Delta can get you from Santa Ana, California to Columbus in just under 6h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 17h 31m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1968 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana, California to 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 71% 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 ($73), 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 $272). 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 February 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$119Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$138Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$142Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$294Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$342Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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