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$140+ Cheap flights from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana, CA (CID - SNA)

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CID — SNA
May 24 — May 311
Sun 5/24
Sun 5/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana

Cheapest flights from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/110:10 pm
CID
-
SNA
1 stop19h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/69:54 am
SNA
-
CID
1 stop7h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$307
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 10/206:00 pm
CID
-
SNA
1 stop6h 09m
United Airlines
Wed 10/281:20 pm
SNA
-
CID
1 stop5h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/23$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 7/311:40 am
CID
-
SNA
1 stop9h 52m
American Airlines
Tue 7/74:30 pm
SNA
-
CID
1 stop5h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22$322
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 8/275:30 am
CID
-
SNA
1 stop5h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 8/291:20 pm
SNA
-
CID
1 stop5h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/19$341
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 8/48:50 am
CID
-
SNA
1 stop8h 06m
United Airlines
Wed 8/1211:30 am
SNA
-
CID
1 stop7h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/20$348
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/158:01 am
CID
-
SNA
1 stop6h 31m
American Airlines
Mon 5/181:23 pm
SNA
-
CID
1 stop8h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/23$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 8/86:00 am
CID
-
SNA
1 stop6h 44m
American Airlines
Wed 8/121:20 pm
SNA
-
CID
1 stop5h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20$372
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 7/301:16 pm
CID
-
SNA
1 stop25h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/44:08 pm
SNA
-
CID
2 stops42h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$376
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 6/91:55 pm
CID
-
SNA
2 stops27h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/127:45 am
SNA
-
CID
1 stop11h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$380

Find flight deals from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cedar Rapids (CID) to Santa Ana (SNA). 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 April 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$313
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$140
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$502
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One-way flight from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana 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 April 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Cedar RapidsSanta Ana

CID - SNA

CIDSNA

Cedar Rapids

Thu 8/27

5:30 am-9:15 am

1 stop5h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/29

6:50 am-7:12 pm

2 stops10h 22m

$346

Cedar RapidsSanta Ana

CID - SNA

CIDSNA

Cedar Rapids

Fri 7/3

8:00 am-5:30 pm

2 stops11h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/7

6:45 am-2:09 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$398
Quickest round-trip

Cedar RapidsSanta Ana

CID - SNA

CIDSNA

Cedar Rapids

Sat 8/29

3:16 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/1

2:10 pm-12:28 am

1 stop8h 18m

$413

Cedar RapidsSanta Ana

CID - SNA

CIDSNA

Cedar Rapids

Thu 5/7

6:30 am-2:22 pm

2 stops9h 52m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/9

11:00 am-9:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$424
Cheapest one-way

Cedar RapidsSanta Ana

CID - SNA

CIDSNA

Cedar Rapids

Mon 8/10

10:14 pm-3:23 pm

1 stop19h 09m

$140

Cedar RapidsSanta Ana

CID - SNA

CIDSNA

Cedar Rapids

Sat 8/1

5:17 am-9:34 am

1 stop6h 17m

$284

Cedar RapidsSanta Ana

CID - SNA

CIDSNA

Cedar Rapids

Tue 8/4

5:11 am-4:08 pm

2 stops12h 57m

$323
Quickest one-way

Cedar RapidsSanta Ana

CID - SNA

CIDSNA

Cedar Rapids

Tue 8/4

5:30 am-9:07 am

1 stop5h 37m

$334

Cedar RapidsSanta Ana

CID - SNA

CIDSNA

Cedar Rapids

Thu 8/27

3:16 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$334

Cedar RapidsSanta Ana

CID - SNA

CIDSNA

Cedar Rapids

Mon 8/3

5:30 am-9:07 am

1 stop5h 37m

$350

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Compare providers for flights from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana

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 Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana in April.
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 Cedar Rapids-Santa Ana, California flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cedar Rapids-Santa Ana, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cedar Rapids-Santa Ana, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cedar Rapids-Santa Ana, California 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 Cedar Rapids-Santa Ana, California 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 Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana

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

The price you pay for your flight from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana, California may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana, California (average of $314). Flying from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana, California in September is currently the most expensive (average of $578). 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 Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana, California?

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Ana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Ana. 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 Santa Ana. Reviews last updated April 24, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,643 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,643 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,643 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,666 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,643 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana. 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 Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana, California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana, California in 5h 45m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 1528 mi between Cedar Rapids and Santa Ana, California.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana, California is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $250 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $279. Users have found that American Airlines is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana 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 Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana, California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana, California (average of $314). Flying from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana, California in September is currently the most expensive (average of $578). 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 2 airlines flying from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana. 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 April 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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