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$150+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Santa Ana, CA (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 7/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SNA
Jul 20 — Jul 271
Mon 7/20
Mon 7/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in October or January, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 20, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/184:30 pm
ORD
-
SNA
Nonstop4h 41m
United Airlines
Sat 9/266:45 am
SNA
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ORD
Nonstop4h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16$329
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Mon 6/297:20 am
ORD
-
SNA
1 stop7h 14m
Frontier
Fri 7/38:10 pm
SNA
-
ORD
1 stop6h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 6/18$330
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 8/139:57 pm
ORD
-
SNA
1 stop12h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/187:30 am
SNA
-
ORD
2 stops15h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$331
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/38:20 pm
ORD
-
SNA
1 stop15h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/74:13 pm
SNA
-
ORD
1 stop11h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$332
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/49:57 pm
ORD
-
SNA
2 stops19h 23m
Frontier
Sat 8/87:53 pm
SNA
-
ORD
1 stop7h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 6/16$333
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Fri 7/319:28 am
ORD
-
SNA
1 stop7h 19m
Frontier
Sat 8/87:53 pm
SNA
-
ORD
1 stop7h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 6/17$334
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Thu 8/139:57 pm
ORD
-
SNA
1 stop12h 08m
Frontier
Sun 8/1611:15 am
SNA
-
ORD
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 6/17$336
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/269:57 pm
ORD
-
SNA
1 stop12h 08m
Frontier
Fri 7/317:53 pm
SNA
-
ORD
1 stop7h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 6/20$337
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Mon 7/67:15 am
ORD
-
SNA
1 stop7h 16m
Frontier
Mon 7/137:53 pm
SNA
-
ORD
1 stop7h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 6/17$338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/94:20 pm
ORD
-
SNA
Nonstop4h 32m
United Airlines
Mon 7/134:12 pm
SNA
-
ORD
1 stop6h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15$339
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/173:59 pm
ORD
-
SNA
1 stop8h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 11/249:15 pm
SNA
-
ORD
1 stop7h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/19$340

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 June 20, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$329
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$150
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$466

Good round-trip deal

$389 or less

Good one-way deal

$294 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 June 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/2

7:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 9/5

1:44 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$329

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/2

11:10 am-9:55 pm

2 stops12h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 12/6

1:35 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$334

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/26

12:50 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop10h 21m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/28

2:06 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$349

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/15

7:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 10/18

6:30 pm-8:43 am

2 stops12h 13m

$354

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/17

12:15 pm-10:24 pm

2 stops12h 09m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/24

10:58 am-11:46 pm

1 stop10h 48m

$359

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/17

7:30 am-12:22 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 12/29

2:00 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$374

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/5

5:00 am-9:07 am

1 stop6h 07m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 7/11

12:52 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$379

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/22

4:10 pm-6:51 pm

Nonstop4h 41m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/24

4:11 pm-12:59 am

1 stop6h 48m

$395

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/18

2:05 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/21

6:02 pm-8:30 am

2 stops12h 28m

$424

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/11

2:00 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/12

7:10 am-9:30 pm

2 stops12h 20m

$454

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Santa Ana in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Santa Ana, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Santa Ana, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Santa Ana, California 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California?

The best time to book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California is 45 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California (average of $320). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $483). 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 ORD to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 June 20, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California?

The best insider tips for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana trip
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on SNA

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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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 June 20, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,550 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,550 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,550 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,866 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,550 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,722 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,550 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
2,990 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,550 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,877 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,550 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Ana from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), located 4.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Santa Ana. 6 airlines have flights to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty from Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 18 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California?

    A quick flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California can take about 8h 20m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $329. There are 1721 mi between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Santa Ana, California.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California round-trip from $129. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are JetBlue, from $258, and Southwest, from $265. You may be able to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California for 67% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $76. Southwest flights start at $144 while deals on American Airlines start at $144 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California?

    Before booking your flight to Santa Ana, California from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (80%), Air Canada (79%), Emirates( 78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $154. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty) can be booked for $250 on average, our data indicates $986 when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Santa Ana that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Santa Ana?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Santa Ana?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California (average of $320). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Ana, California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $483). 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 O'Hare Intl to Santa Ana

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 June 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$129Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$258Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$265Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$308Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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