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$114+ Cheap flights from Charlotte to Santa Ana (CLT - 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 10/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — SNA
oct. 15 — oct. 221
mié. 10/15
mié. 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Charlotte Douglas to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in April or May, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) 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 septiembre 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$238
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$114
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$492

Good round-trip deal

$426 or less

Good one-way deal

$331 or less
From Charlotte Douglas to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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Cheapest flights from Charlotte to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 15, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/2911:50 amCLT - SNA
2 stops27h 13mFrontier
jue. 10/211:52 amSNA - CLT
1 stop25h 51mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
vie. 11/146:07 pmCLT - SNA
1 stop22h 28mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/185:46 pmSNA - CLT
2 stops18h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/35:38 pmCLT - SNA
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/68:09 pmSNA - CLT
2 stops14h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
vie. 10/175:34 pmCLT - SNA
1 stop23h 01mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/218:09 pmSNA - CLT
2 stops14h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$280
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
jue. 11/136:07 pmCLT - SNA
1 stop20h 09mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/165:46 pmSNA - CLT
2 stops18h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$300
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/138:00 amCLT - SNA
2 stops11h 51mSpirit Airlines
dom. 11/165:46 pmSNA - CLT
2 stops19h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$304
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
lun. 10/132:35 pmCLT - SNA
2 stops10h 28mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 10/188:09 pmSNA - CLT
2 stops10h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$310
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
vie. 11/78:00 amCLT - SNA
2 stops11h 51mSpirit Airlines
mié. 11/125:46 pmSNA - CLT
2 stops19h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$312
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/1410:51 pmCLT - SNA
2 stops17h 44mFrontier
mar. 11/182:20 pmSNA - CLT
2 stops20h 30mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$324
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/136:25 amCLT - SNA
2 stops13h 26mSpirit Airlines
mié. 11/197:15 amSNA - CLT
2 stops13h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$326

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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Charlotte

Fly to

Santa Ana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteSanta Ana

CLT - SNA

CLTSNA

Charlotte Douglas

mié. 10/22

4:20 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mar. 10/28

6:45 am-8:50 pm

2 stops11h 05m

$397

CharlotteSanta Ana

CLT - SNA

CLTSNA

Charlotte Douglas

sáb. 10/18

11:41 am-6:25 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 10/22

11:48 am-9:35 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$419

CharlotteSanta Ana

CLT - SNA

CLTSNA

Charlotte Douglas

sáb. 10/25

6:00 am-10:38 am

1 stop7h 38m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 11/5

1:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$419

CharlotteSanta Ana

CLT - SNA

CLTSNA

Charlotte Douglas

mar. 10/21

5:30 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 10/29

1:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$419

CharlotteSanta Ana

CLT - SNA

CLTSNA

Charlotte Douglas

vie. 10/24

6:00 am-10:38 am

1 stop7h 38m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 11/5

9:20 pm-8:47 am

1 stop8h 27m

$446

CharlotteSanta Ana

CLT - SNA

CLTSNA

Charlotte Douglas

vie. 10/24

5:30 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mar. 11/4

11:48 am-11:03 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$446

CharlotteSanta Ana

CLT - SNA

CLTSNA

Charlotte Douglas

vie. 10/3

4:27 pm-3:11 pm

1 stop25h 44m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

lun. 10/6

6:40 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop25h 34m

$453

CharlotteSanta Ana

CLT - SNA

CLTSNA

Charlotte Douglas

jue. 11/13

6:00 am-10:41 am

1 stop7h 41m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

jue. 11/20

7:00 am-4:21 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$473

CharlotteSanta Ana

CLT - SNA

CLTSNA

Charlotte Douglas

mié. 9/24

5:30 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 10/29

1:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$474

CharlotteSanta Ana

CLT - SNA

CLTSNA

Charlotte Douglas

sáb. 9/27

5:30 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 10/29

9:20 pm-8:47 am

1 stop8h 27m

$474

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Best time to book a flight from Charlotte to Santa Ana

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Charlotte to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Charlotte to Santa Ana. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Charlotte to Santa Ana?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Charlotte to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 CLT to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte to Santa Ana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated septiembre 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Charlotte to Santa Ana is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 6% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Charlotte to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Charlotte to Santa Ana flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 septiembre 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Charlotte to Santa Ana. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,015 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charlotte to Santa Ana. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Charlotte to Santa Ana?

    You will need to book a flight from Charlotte Douglas to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty if you want to fly from Charlotte to Santa Ana. At least 4 different airlines have flights from Douglas (CLT) to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Santa Ana from the Charlotte airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from CLT to SNA to be around 5h 03m.

  • How long is the flight from Charlotte to Santa Ana?

    Southwest and Delta can get you from Charlotte to Santa Ana in just under 8h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 59m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2093 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Ana, with prices starting at $115. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $286 and $373, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 76% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charlotte to Santa Ana?

    The cheapest flight price from Charlotte to Santa Ana is $271. On average you can expect to pay $465. The most popular route, (Charlotte Douglas - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), can usually be booked for $280.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Santa Ana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Charlotte to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 4 airlines flying from Charlotte to Santa Ana

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte 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 septiembre 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$115Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$373Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$394Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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