$150+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SNA
Jul 21 — Jul 281
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Santa AnaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 21, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 21, 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
- ORD
Nonstop4h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$329
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/226:45 am
MDW
- SNA
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Sat 7/257:05 pm
SNA
- MDW
1 stop8h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19![Southwest logo]()
$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![Frontier logo]()
$330
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/147:10 am
MDW
- SNA
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Tue 8/186:45 am
SNA
- MDW
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/16![Southwest logo]()
$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![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$331
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/115:00 am
ORD
- SNA
1 stop6h 07m
United Airlines
Tue 7/142:10 pm
SNA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/20![United Airlines logo]()
$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![Frontier logo]()
$333
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/298:00 am
MDW
- SNA
2 stops9h 45m
Southwest
Wed 9/27:30 am
SNA
- MDW
1 stop7h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/16![Southwest logo]()
$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![Frontier logo]()
$334
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/3012:30 pm
MDW
- SNA
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Wed 8/57:55 pm
SNA
- MDW
1 stop7h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19![Southwest logo]()
$334
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/215:00 am
ORD
- SNA
1 stop6h 07m
United Airlines
Mon 8/242:10 pm
SNA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18![United Airlines logo]()
$335
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![Frontier logo]()
$336
Best flights from Chicago to Santa AnaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Santa Ana that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 21, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Santa Ana that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 21, 2026.
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/43:51 pm
ORD
- SNA
1 stop6h 16m
Delta
Wed 9/91:45 pm
SNA
- ORD
1 stop6h 17m
Delta
Deal found 6/16![Delta logo]()
$329
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2210:30 am
MDW
- SNA
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Thu 9/248:45 pm
SNA
- MDW
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19![Southwest logo]()
$333
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/18:40 am
ORD
- SNA
Nonstop4h 41m
United Airlines
Sat 7/42:10 pm
SNA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/17![United Airlines logo]()
$351
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/251:00 pm
MDW
- SNA
2 stops11h 04m
Delta
Mon 9/287:10 pm
SNA
- MDW
2 stops12h 43m
Delta
Deal found 6/19![Delta logo]()
$359
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/226:45 am
MDW
- SNA
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Wed 7/293:35 pm
SNA
- MDW
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19![Southwest logo]()
$363
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/15:10 am
MDW
- SNA
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Fri 8/76:45 am
SNA
- MDW
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19![Southwest logo]()
$365
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/186:10 am
ORD
- SNA
1 stop7h 40m
United Airlines
Sat 7/252:10 pm
SNA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18![United Airlines logo]()
$439
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/218:55 am
MDW
- SNA
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Sun 10/255:35 pm
SNA
- MDW
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/18![Southwest logo]()
$387
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2410:48 am
MDW
- SNA
1 stop9h 41m
Delta
Tue 9/296:45 am
SNA
- MDW
1 stop7h 26m
Delta
Deal found 6/16![Delta logo]()
$443
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/124:10 pm
ORD
- SNA
Nonstop4h 41m
United Airlines
Thu 8/202:10 pm
SNA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/17![United Airlines logo]()
$444
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/157:20 am
MDW
- SNA
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Sat 12/126:45 am
SNA
- MDW
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/16![Southwest logo]()
$411
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/242:07 pm
ORD
- SNA
2 stops10h 18m
Delta
Mon 7/275:03 pm
SNA
- ORD
2 stops12h 56m
Delta
Deal found 6/20![Delta logo]()
$489
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/278:40 am
ORD
- SNA
Nonstop4h 41m
United Airlines
Mon 6/292:10 pm
SNA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/20![United Airlines logo]()
$492
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/112:35 pm
MDW
- SNA
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Mon 12/147:40 pm
SNA
- MDW
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 6/20![Southwest logo]()
$411
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2210:00 am
MDW
- SNA
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Mon 7/275:15 pm
SNA
- MDW
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19![Southwest logo]()
$412
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/271:55 pm
ORD
- SNA
2 stops10h 33m
Delta
Mon 6/299:50 am
SNA
- ORD
1 stop7h 08m
Delta
Deal found 6/16![Delta logo]()
$517
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/264:20 pm
ORD
- SNA
Nonstop4h 32m
United Airlines
Mon 6/296:45 am
SNA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/20![United Airlines logo]()
$538
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/305:05 am
MDW
- SNA
1 stop8h 15m
Southwest
Tue 12/110:50 am
SNA
- MDW
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/16![Southwest logo]()
$426
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/177:00 am
ORD
- SNA
1 stop8h 20m
Delta
Mon 8/247:05 pm
SNA
- ORD
2 stops12h 18m
Delta
Deal found 6/20![Delta logo]()
$519
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/36:00 pm
MDW
- SNA
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Sun 7/59:10 pm
SNA
- MDW
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/20![Southwest logo]()
$439
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/231:00 pm
ORD
- SNA
1 stop11h 30m
Delta
Tue 6/305:13 pm
SNA
- ORD
2 stops13h 22m
Delta
Deal found 6/16![Delta logo]()
$587
Last-minute flights from Chicago to Santa AnaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Santa Ana. Data last updated June 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Santa Ana. Data last updated June 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
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![Frontier logo]()
$330
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![Frontier logo]()
$338
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/99:28 am
ORD
- SNA
1 stop10h 26m
Frontier
Sun 7/1211:15 am
SNA
- ORD
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 6/16![Frontier logo]()
$339
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/106:55 am
ORD
- SNA
1 stop8h 15m
Delta
Tue 7/142:09 pm
SNA
- ORD
1 stop7h 29m
Delta
Deal found 6/16![Delta logo]()
$329
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/115:00 am
ORD
- SNA
1 stop6h 07m
United Airlines
Tue 7/142:10 pm
SNA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/20![United Airlines logo]()
$332
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.
Thu 7/165:00 am
ORD
- SNA
1 stop6h 07m
United Airlines
Sat 7/256:45 am
SNA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$335
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/178:20 pm
ORD
- SNA
1 stop15h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 7/256:09 pm
SNA
- ORD
1 stop8h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$340
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/226:45 am
MDW
- SNA
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Sat 7/257:05 pm
SNA
- MDW
1 stop8h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19![Southwest logo]()
$329
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.
Fri 7/247:15 am
ORD
- SNA
1 stop7h 16m
Frontier
Sat 8/17:53 pm
SNA
- ORD
1 stop7h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 6/20![Frontier logo]()
$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![Frontier logo]()
$337
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/3012:30 pm
MDW
- SNA
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Wed 8/57:55 pm
SNA
- MDW
1 stop7h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19![Southwest logo]()
$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.
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![Frontier logo]()
$334
One-way flights from Chicago to Santa AnaSearch for one-way flight options from Chicago to Santa Ana. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 21, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Santa Ana. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 21, 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.
Wed 8/55:00 am
ORD
- SNA
1 stop6h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$150
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/148:00 am
ORD
- SNA
1 stop8h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$155
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/282:55 pm
MDW
- SNA
1 stop7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/16![Southwest logo]()
$155
This WAYA 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/147:15 am
ORD
- SNA
1 stop10h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 6/17![Frontier logo]()
$156
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/149:57 pm
ORD
- SNA
2 stops38h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$157
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 7/289:57 pm
ORD
- SNA
2 stops19h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 6/16![Frontier logo]()
$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 7/219:57 pm
ORD
- SNA
2 stops19h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 6/21![Frontier logo]()
$159
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/158:55 am
ORD
- SNA
2 stops11h 13m
Delta
Deal found 6/16![Delta logo]()
$160
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.
Wed 7/87:15 am
ORD
- SNA
1 stop10h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 6/17![Frontier logo]()
$161
This Super.com 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/277:20 am
ORD
- SNA
1 stop7h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 6/20![Frontier logo]()
$162
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.
Sat 8/19:57 pm
ORD
- SNA
1 stop14h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 6/18![Frontier logo]()
$164
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/297:15 am
ORD
- SNA
2 stops32h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 6/18![Frontier logo]()
$166
Find 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 June 21, 2026.
Most accurate provider | 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 | September |
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 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Santa Ana that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ChicagoSanta Ana
ORD - SNA
ORDSNA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 9/4
3:51 pm-8:07 pm
1 stop6h 16m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Wed 9/9
1:45 pm-10:02 pm
1 stop6h 17m
$329
ChicagoSanta Ana
MDW - SNA
MDWSNA
Chicago Midway
Tue 9/22
10:30 am-4:45 pm
2 stops8h 15m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Thu 9/24
8:45 pm-5:40 am
1 stop6h 55m
$333
ChicagoSanta Ana
ORD - SNA
ORDSNA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 7/1
8:40 am-11:21 am
Nonstop4h 41m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Sat 7/4
2:10 pm-8:26 pm
Nonstop4h 16m
$351
ChicagoSanta Ana
MDW - SNA
MDWSNA
Chicago Midway
Fri 9/25
1:00 pm-10:04 pm
2 stops11h 04m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Mon 9/28
7:10 pm-9:53 am
2 stops12h 43m
$359
ChicagoSanta Ana
MDW - SNA
MDWSNA
Chicago Midway
Wed 7/22
6:45 am-12:45 pm
1 stop8h 00m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Wed 7/29
3:35 pm-12:10 am
1 stop6h 35m
$363
ChicagoSanta Ana
MDW - SNA
MDWSNA
Chicago Midway
Sat 8/1
5:10 am-9:15 am
1 stop6h 05m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Fri 8/7
6:45 am-5:00 pm
2 stops8h 15m
$365
ChicagoSanta Ana
MDW - SNA
MDWSNA
Chicago Midway
Wed 10/21
8:55 am-1:15 pm
1 stop6h 20m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Sun 10/25
5:35 pm-1:30 am
1 stop5h 55m
$387
ChicagoSanta Ana
MDW - SNA
MDWSNA
Chicago Midway
Sun 11/15
7:20 am-11:30 am
1 stop6h 10m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Sat 12/12
6:45 am-5:05 pm
2 stops8h 20m
$411
ChicagoSanta Ana
MDW - SNA
MDWSNA
Chicago Midway
Fri 12/11
2:35 pm-9:00 pm
2 stops8h 25m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Mon 12/14
7:40 pm-5:40 am
1 stop8h 00m
$411
ChicagoSanta Ana
MDW - SNA
MDWSNA
Chicago Midway
Wed 7/22
10:00 am-4:45 pm
2 stops8h 45m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Mon 7/27
5:15 pm-12:40 am
1 stop5h 25m
$412
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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 Chicago to Santa Ana in June.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-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-Santa Ana, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Santa Ana, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-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-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 Chicago to Santa Ana
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Santa Ana from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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ORD-SNA
MDW-SNA
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MDW-SNA
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Santa Ana, California?
Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Santa Ana, California (average of $70). Flying from Chicago to Santa Ana, California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $269). 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 CHI to SNA?
Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 21, 2026.
When flying from Chicago to Santa Ana, California, 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 11% versus a flight at noon.
Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Santa Ana, California
Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Santa Ana. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 21, 2026.
The most flights from CHI to SNA are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Santa Ana, California?
How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Santa Ana, California?
The best time to book flights from Chicago to Santa Ana, California is 62 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.
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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 21, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Santa Ana, such as Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$129 | Average$267 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$258 | Average$352 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$265 | Average$446 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$269 | Average$441 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$269 | Average$382 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$463 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |