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$114+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA (SNA) to Columbus (CMH)

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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — CMH
Jun 16 — Jun 231
Tue 6/16
Tue 6/23
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 May or September, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2812:41 pm
SNA
-
CMH
Nonstop4h 33m
Breeze Airways
Thu 6/49:52 am
CMH
-
SNA
Nonstop5h 04m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/13$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/912:41 pm
SNA
-
CMH
Nonstop4h 33m
Breeze Airways
Thu 7/169:52 am
CMH
-
SNA
Nonstop5h 04m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/15$318
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2812:41 pm
SNA
-
CMH
Nonstop4h 33m
Breeze Airways
Tue 6/21:02 pm
CMH
-
SNA
2 stops26h 23m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/15$326
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2812:41 pm
SNA
-
CMH
Nonstop4h 33m
Breeze Airways
Sun 5/319:52 am
CMH
-
SNA
Nonstop5h 04m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/16$334
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1812:41 pm
SNA
-
CMH
Nonstop4h 33m
Breeze Airways
Sun 6/219:52 am
CMH
-
SNA
Nonstop5h 04m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/13$336
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 5/2812:41 pm
SNA
-
CMH
Nonstop4h 33m
Breeze Airways
Mon 6/16:28 pm
CMH
-
SNA
2 stops20h 47m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/14$339
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/412:41 pm
SNA
-
CMH
Nonstop4h 33m
Breeze Airways
Sun 6/79:52 am
CMH
-
SNA
Nonstop5h 04m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/13$343
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/912:41 pm
SNA
-
CMH
Nonstop4h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/176:07 pm
CMH
-
SNA
1 stop18h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$350
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/92:27 pm
SNA
-
CMH
2 stops26h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/169:52 am
CMH
-
SNA
Nonstop5h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$354
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1612:41 pm
SNA
-
CMH
Nonstop4h 33m
Breeze Airways
Sun 8/29:52 am
CMH
-
SNA
Nonstop5h 04m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/12$356

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 (CMH). 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 May 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$243
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$114
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$238

Good round-trip deal

$227 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($68 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to Columbus 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 May 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 6/4

12:41 pm-8:14 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

Columbus

Sun 6/7

9:52 am-11:56 am

Nonstop5h 04m

$353

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/2

6:45 am-7:43 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Columbus

Wed 6/10

5:01 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$395

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/8

11:55 am-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Columbus

Wed 7/15

7:12 am-12:05 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$395

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/16

3:35 pm-12:40 am

1 stop6h 05m

Columbus

Wed 6/17

3:40 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$454

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 6/15

4:00 pm-1:25 am

1 stop6h 25m

Columbus

Mon 6/29

6:45 am-10:20 am

1 stop6h 35m

$477

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 6/25

9:00 am-11:30 pm

2 stops11h 30m

Columbus

Tue 6/30

10:35 am-6:20 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$477

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 9/5

5:33 pm-5:08 am

1 stop8h 35m

Columbus

Tue 9/8

7:00 am-1:49 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$486

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/8

6:45 am-7:15 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Columbus

Wed 7/15

5:35 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$487

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 7/17

11:50 am-11:30 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Columbus

Sun 7/19

5:45 am-10:50 am

1 stop8h 05m

$499

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/25

8:55 am-12:06 am

2 stops12h 11m

Columbus

Wed 8/26

5:08 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$500

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Deals found on 5/16

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Ana to Columbus in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 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-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana, California-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana, California-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Columbus Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-Columbus Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Columbus

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santa Ana, California to Columbus Airport, you should look to book at least 17 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.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Columbus Airport (average of $238). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Columbus Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $732). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Ana, California to Columbus Airport?

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 May 17, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways,Southwest, andDelta from Santa Ana to Columbus Airport 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
284 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
284 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
284 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
284 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,451 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
284 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,731 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
284 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,654 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
284 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

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 5 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 Airport?

    For as low as $353, Breeze Airways can have you in Columbus Airport from Santa Ana, California in 4h 33m. The distance between Santa Ana, California and Columbus Airport is about 1968 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Breeze Airways ($119), Delta ($162), and United Airlines ($256) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Ana, California to Columbus Airport. Breeze Airways is 74% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Breeze Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $109. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Santa Ana, California to Columbus Airport for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana, California to Columbus Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Santa Ana, California to Columbus Airport? While on average our users pay $308, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $221. The most popular route (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Columbus), is priced around $314.

  • 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 Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Columbus Airport (average of $238). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Columbus Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $732). 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 5 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Columbus

Discover the top 5 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 May 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$119Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$162Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$347Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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