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$103+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana (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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — CMH
Jul 1 — Jul 81
Tue 7/1
Tue 7/8
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 August or July, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 June 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$236
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$103
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$409

Good round-trip deal

$133 or less

Good one-way deal

$155 or less
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 26, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Fri 9/56:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/711:06 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop13h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/24$213
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/101:08 pmSNA - CMH
Nonstop4h 28mBreeze Airways
Thu 7/1710:22 amCMH - SNA
Nonstop5h 01mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/25$238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/62:02 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/124:19 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop8h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/25$279
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1812:18 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop26h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/2211:06 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/56:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Wed 8/66:00 amCMH - SNA
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/26$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/309:10 amSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/15:30 amCMH - SNA
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/26$325
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/32:10 pmSNA - CMH
2 stops24h 13mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/86:25 pmCMH - SNA
2 stops17h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/24$411
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/18:20 amSNA - CMH
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Mon 8/46:40 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/26$413

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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 June 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/1

3:31 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop27h 40m

Columbus

Mon 10/6

11:06 pm-10:01 am

1 stop13h 55m

$236

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/10

1:08 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

Columbus

Thu 7/17

10:22 am-12:23 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

$238

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/6

2:02 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Columbus

Tue 8/12

4:19 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$279

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/18

12:18 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop26h 19m

Columbus

Mon 9/22

11:06 pm-10:01 am

1 stop13h 55m

$286

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/5

6:45 am-5:33 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Columbus

Tue 8/12

8:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$297

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/30

9:10 am-6:37 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Columbus

Mon 9/1

5:30 am-9:48 am

1 stop7h 18m

$325

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/16

11:15 am-10:50 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Columbus

Sat 9/20

5:40 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$330

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/9

6:45 am-5:13 am

2 stops19h 28m

Columbus

Sun 8/3

6:28 pm-10:15 am

1 stop18h 47m

$405

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/11

6:45 am-10:11 pm

1 stop12h 26m

$106

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/4

9:20 pm-9:05 am

1 stop8h 45m

$140

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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 Airport

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

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 June 20, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Santa Ana to Columbus Airport is 55 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 to Columbus Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Santa Ana to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 June 26, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Santa Ana to Columbus Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 45% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Columbus. Price data was last updated on March 2, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 June 26, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest 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
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,838 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Columbus Airport, with prices starting at $236. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Breeze Airways and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $238 and $279, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $103. However, be on the lookout for offers from Breeze Airways and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Santa Ana to Columbus Airport for a low price.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Santa Ana to Columbus Airport? While on average our users pay $204, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $94. The most popular route (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Columbus), is priced around $227.

  • 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 to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Santa Ana to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 June 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$144Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$208Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$326Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$416Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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