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Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Santa Ana (SNA) from $52

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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CHI — SNA
May 1 — May 81
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The best prices from Chicago to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in September or February, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 26, 2024.

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June

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$238

One-way from

$70
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Santa Ana?

Users have found that leaving on a Monday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 19% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Santa Ana?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 49 days in advance to save up to 54% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 49 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Chicago to Santa Ana 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $277, or $498 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Santa Ana?

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Santa Ana from Chicago average $296. You can even find prices in January for less than $296, as users have found deals to Santa Ana from as low as $90. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Santa Ana from Chicago. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 36%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Santa Ana (CHI - SNA)?

When flying from Chicago to Santa Ana, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap Frontier flights from Chicago to Santa Ana

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between Chicago and Santa Ana. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Frontier flights heading from Chicago to Santa Ana. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Fri 5/105:45 amMDW - SNA
1 stop9h 47mFrontier
Mon 5/139:34 amSNA - MDW
1 stop24h 02mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$152
Sun 5/125:01 amMDW - SNA
1 stop11h 13mFrontier
Wed 5/153:57 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop17h 12mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$158
Sat 5/410:30 amMDW - SNA
1 stop11h 07mFrontier
Mon 5/69:34 amSNA - MDW
1 stop24h 02mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$161
Fri 5/105:45 amMDW - SNA
1 stop9h 47mFrontier
Mon 5/139:34 amSNA - MDW
1 stop24h 02mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$164
Fri 5/176:50 pmORD - SNA
1 stop26h 10mFrontier
Tue 5/217:52 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop27h 21mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$166
Thu 9/2610:00 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop16h 15mFrontier
Mon 9/308:52 amSNA - MDW
1 stop19h 41mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$169
Thu 9/267:30 pmORD - SNA
1 stop18h 45mFrontier
Mon 9/301:05 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop10h 47mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$171
Thu 9/2610:00 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop16h 15mFrontier
Mon 9/308:52 amSNA - MDW
1 stop19h 41mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$174
Thu 8/1510:00 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop16h 15mFrontier
Sun 8/184:01 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop12h 32mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$176

  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from Chicago to Santa Ana is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $472.40 RT. This price is typically 32% cheaper than other airlines that offer Chicago to Santa Ana flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $224. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most common Chicago airport to take off from when flying to Santa Ana. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Santa Ana. When flying from Chicago to Santa Ana, Frontier flights are 11% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago to Santa Ana

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Chicago and Santa Ana. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Spirit Airlines flights departing from Chicago and landing in Santa Ana. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Wed 5/87:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$98
Tue 5/77:03 amORD - SNA
2 stops9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/811:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$108
Tue 5/77:03 amORD - SNA
2 stops9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$118
Tue 5/77:03 amORD - SNA
2 stops9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/146:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop5h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$124
Wed 5/81:13 pmORD - SNA
1 stop10h 17mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$125
Wed 5/87:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/1511:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$130
Wed 5/87:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$135
Tue 5/77:03 amORD - SNA
2 stops9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/133:12 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$142
Wed 5/299:36 amORD - SNA
1 stop13h 54mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/41:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$147

  • If you’re traveling from Chicago to Santa Ana, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Chicago to Santa Ana flights are typically 25% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $388.05 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $198. When traveling from Chicago to Santa Ana on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport. When flying from Chicago to Santa Ana, Spirit Airlines flights are 3% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Chicago to Santa Ana flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chicago to Santa Ana specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Prices were last updated on April 26, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Chicago to Santa Ana in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 5/87:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$98
Tue 5/77:03 amORD - SNA
2 stops9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/811:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$108
Tue 5/77:03 amORD - SNA
2 stops9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$118
Wed 5/87:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/118:27 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop26h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$122
Tue 5/77:03 amORD - SNA
2 stops9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1110:53 amSNA - ORD
2 stops15h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$124
Wed 5/81:13 pmORD - SNA
1 stop10h 17mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$125
Tue 5/2110:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/2911:08 amSNA - ORD
2 stops19h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$129
Wed 5/87:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/1511:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$130
Wed 5/87:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1110:53 amSNA - ORD
2 stops15h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$131

Chicago to Santa Ana 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and Santa Ana in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Chicago to Santa Ana in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 5/87:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$98
Tue 5/77:03 amORD - SNA
2 stops9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/811:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$108
Tue 5/77:03 amORD - SNA
2 stops9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/141:20 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$118
Wed 5/87:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/118:27 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop26h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$122
Tue 5/77:03 amORD - SNA
2 stops9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1110:53 amSNA - ORD
2 stops15h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$124
Wed 5/81:13 pmORD - SNA
1 stop10h 17mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/156:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$125
Tue 5/2110:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/2911:08 amSNA - ORD
2 stops19h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$129
Wed 5/87:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/1511:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$130
Wed 5/87:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1110:53 amSNA - ORD
2 stops15h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$131

Non-stop flights to Santa Ana from Chicago

Discover non-stop flight options from Chicago to Santa Ana. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
To help reduce your travel time, choose from one of these non-stop flights from Chicago to Santa Ana. Users seeking other options on flights from Chicago to Santa Ana should update the search form at the top of the page.
Sat 5/1810:11 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/3111:39 amSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$319
Thu 5/238:20 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/301:33 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$329
Fri 5/2410:11 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/261:33 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$351
Sun 5/2610:11 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/171:28 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$357
Fri 5/175:30 pmORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/1911:39 amSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$379
Mon 5/2710:11 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/311:33 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$388
Sun 6/97:15 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/184:55 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$401
Wed 7/34:05 pmORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/75:15 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$409
Sat 7/205:30 pmORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/277:45 amSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$411

Chicago to Santa Ana flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Chicago to Santa Ana for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Chicago to Santa Ana should consider booking one of these fares. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Sat 5/410:30 amMDW - SNA
1 stop11h 07mFrontier
Mon 5/69:34 amSNA - MDW
1 stop24h 02mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$161
Wed 5/110:59 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop15h 23mFrontier
Sat 5/48:27 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop10h 04mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$198
Fri 5/36:27 pmORD - SNA
1 stop27h 10mFrontier
Wed 5/88:31 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop26h 25mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$204
Sat 5/48:00 amORD - SNA
1 stop16h 15mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/73:37 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$212
Wed 5/19:27 amORD - SNA
1 stop13h 09mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/86:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$214
Wed 5/19:27 amORD - SNA
1 stop13h 09mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/811:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/24$216
Wed 5/16:27 pmORD - SNA
1 stop27h 28mFrontier
Sat 5/48:27 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop26h 29mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$217
Fri 5/36:27 pmORD - SNA
1 stop27h 10mFrontier
Sun 8/184:01 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop10h 46mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$228
Wed 5/110:59 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop15h 23mFrontier
Wed 5/88:31 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$228

One-way flights to Santa Ana from Chicago

Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Santa Ana. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Chicago to Santa Ana. Those needing a return flight from Chicago to Santa Ana can use the search form above.
Tue 6/47:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$52
Tue 6/47:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$54
Wed 5/157:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$61
Tue 5/77:03 amORD - SNA
2 stops9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$64
Tue 5/146:40 pmORD - SNA
3 stops28h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$65
Thu 5/95:01 amMDW - SNA
1 stop10h 35mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$70
Tue 5/1410:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$71
Tue 6/49:36 amORD - SNA
1 stop13h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$72
Wed 5/810:58 amORD - SNA
3 stops25h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$73

Find flights from Chicago to Santa Ana within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.

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Budget

$98 - $158

Route

Depart

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Price

Chicago O'Hare IntlSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/8

2 stops16h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/15

1 stop13h 10m

$98

Chicago O'Hare IntlSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/7

2 stops9h 44m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/8

1 stop8h 47m

$108

Chicago O'Hare IntlSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/7

2 stops9h 44m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/14

2 stops22h 46m

$118

Chicago O'Hare IntlSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/7

2 stops9h 44m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/14

1 stop5h 27m

$124

Chicago O'Hare IntlSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/8

1 stop10h 17m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/15

1 stop13h 10m

$125

Chicago O'Hare IntlSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/14

2 stops21h 07m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/21

1 stop27h 21m

$143

Chicago MidwaySanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/10

1 stop9h 47m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/13

1 stop24h 02m

$152

Chicago O'Hare IntlSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/14

2 stops16h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/11

1 stop21h 50m

$155

Chicago MidwaySanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/12

1 stop11h 13m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/15

1 stop17h 12m

$158

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When is the best time to book a flight from Chicago to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Santa Ana. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Santa Ana flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Santa Ana by month

Plan your trip from Chicago to Santa Ana by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Chicago to Santa Ana is currently $65 while a round-trip flight costs $131. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Santa Ana (average of $278). Flying from Chicago to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $383). 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.

January

$286

February

$308

March

$358

April

$337

May

$336

June

$383

July

$356

August

$297

September

$278

October

$300

November

$325

December

$316

Temperature and rainfall in Santa Ana by month

Plan your trip to Santa Ana by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °F

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 26, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Frontier, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from Chicago to Santa Ana have to say. 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.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,173 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,173 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,173 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,173 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,173 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.

WestJet
7.5
Good
2,985 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,173 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,226 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,173 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight attendant on the flight was extremely unprofessional and obnoxious. He treated the entire plane as if we were on a seventh grade camping trip. He thought he was funny but was actually rude to us while we were on the ground waiting to continue to our final stop. It was like being stuck with a bad comedian for four solid hours. We flew from Chicago to Long Beach to Reno over 5 hours and they did not have any food other then graham crackers. Because of being delayed no one had time to get food in the airport between flights. Terrible experience and Southwest should look into this crew member.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Ana from Chicago?

    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 to Santa Ana. 6 airlines have flights to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty from Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 20 inbound flights from Chicago per day.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Santa Ana for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Santa Ana for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $98, but on average you can expect to pay $141.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to Santa Ana for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Chicago to Santa Ana under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to Santa Ana is less than $415.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Santa Ana for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Santa Ana within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Chicago to Santa Ana?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Chicago to Santa Ana on average per day?

    Travelers can expect 12 flights from Chicago to Santa Ana on average per day.
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 17% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 83% of flight departures

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

    Spirit Airlines and Frontier can get you from Chicago to Santa Ana in just under 9h 47m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 43m. The distance from Chicago to Santa Ana is about 1732 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Ana, with prices starting at $98. Another option worth looking into is Frontier, starting at $152 round trip. These flights start at 73% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Santa Ana?

    Consider American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Spirit Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Chicago to Santa Ana.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Santa Ana?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago to Santa Ana on time: Brussels Airlines (88%), Aer Lingus (88%), Air Canada (86%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Santa Ana is $139. On average you can expect to pay $514. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), can usually be booked for $118.

  • What does ORD to SNA mean?

    ORD stands for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, while SNA stands for Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

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    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to Santa Ana flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to Santa Ana flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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.

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    Many airlines flying from Chicago to Santa Ana offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to Santa Ana?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago to Santa Ana flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago to Santa Ana flight deals updated?

    The Chicago to Santa Ana flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/25.

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