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$172+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA to Lincoln, NE (SNA - LNK)

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 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — LNK
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Lincoln (LNK). 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 October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$294
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$172
(United Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$507
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Lincoln
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Lincoln. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/141:30 pmSNA - LNK
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/165:15 pmLNK - SNA
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 11/114:15 pmSNA - LNK
1 stop4h 38mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/155:15 pmLNK - SNA
1 stop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 10/311:30 pmSNA - LNK
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/45:15 pmLNK - SNA
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$499
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 10/319:45 amSNA - LNK
2 stops11h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/25:15 pmLNK - SNA
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$504
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/277:34 pmSNA - LNK
2 stops18h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/26:00 amLNK - SNA
1 stop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$537
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 10/311:30 pmSNA - LNK
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/35:15 pmLNK - SNA
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$564

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to Lincoln 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Lincoln that are best for you.

Fly from

Santa Ana

Fly to

Lincoln

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaLincoln

SNA - LNK

SNALNK

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 11/14

1:30 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Lincoln

Sun 11/16

5:15 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$294

Santa AnaLincoln

SNA - LNK

SNALNK

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/11

4:15 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Lincoln

Sat 11/15

5:15 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$319

Santa AnaLincoln

SNA - LNK

SNALNK

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/21

6:45 am-6:12 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Lincoln

Tue 2/24

9:01 am-3:10 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$349

Santa AnaLincoln

SNA - LNK

SNALNK

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 12/25

1:18 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$172

Santa AnaLincoln

SNA - LNK

SNALNK

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/27

12:35 pm-10:42 am

2 stops20h 07m

$318

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Deals found on 10/28

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Ana to Lincoln in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Lincoln, Nebraska flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana, California-Lincoln, Nebraska flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana, California-Lincoln, Nebraska flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Lincoln, Nebraska flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Lincoln, Nebraska flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Lincoln, Nebraska (average of $116). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Lincoln, Nebraska in February is currently the most expensive (average of $281). 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 Lincoln

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lincoln. 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 Lincoln. Reviews last updated October 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Santa Ana to Lincoln have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana to Lincoln. 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 Lincoln, Nebraska?

    For as low as $294, United Airlines can have you in Lincoln, Nebraska from Santa Ana, California in 7h 23m. The distance from Santa Ana, California to Lincoln, Nebraska is about 1257 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $236, United Airlines will fly you from Santa Ana, California to Lincoln, Nebraska and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, Nebraska?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Lincoln, Nebraska (average of $116). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Lincoln, Nebraska in February is currently the most expensive (average of $281). 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 Lincoln

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Ana to Lincoln. 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 October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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