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$82+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Santa Ana (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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SNA
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in June or July, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$193
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$82
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$437
From Columbus to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 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.
Mon 12/84:49 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop7h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/107:15 amSNA - CMH
1 stop10h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$193
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/201:04 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/256:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop12h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$200
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/181:04 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/256:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop12h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/181:04 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/248:09 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop23h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$215
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/231:04 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop11h 59mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/276:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop12h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$220
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/111:04 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop11h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/186:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop12h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$224
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.
Wed 10/112:53 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop12h 12mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/316:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop12h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$230
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/131:04 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/186:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop12h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 10/201:04 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/248:09 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop23h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$243
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2912:53 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop12h 12mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/26:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop13h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 10/207:04 pmCMH - SNA
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/256:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop12h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$254
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.
Thu 10/231:04 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/268:09 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop23h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$258

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Santa Ana that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Santa Ana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Thu 10/23

1:04 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop11h 59m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 10/27

6:45 am-10:34 pm

1 stop12h 49m

$220

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Wed 10/1

12:53 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop12h 12m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/31

6:45 am-10:34 pm

1 stop12h 49m

$230

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Mon 11/10

4:49 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/13

5:46 pm-7:08 pm

2 stops22h 22m

$262

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Fri 11/7

4:49 pm-4:51 pm

1 stop27h 02m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/13

8:16 pm-7:08 pm

2 stops19h 52m

$296

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Wed 11/5

6:45 am-4:51 pm

2 stops37h 06m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/13

12:01 pm-7:08 pm

1 stop28h 07m

$309

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Tue 11/4

6:25 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 11/12

1:15 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$317

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Wed 11/5

6:25 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 11/12

3:10 pm-12:05 am

1 stop5h 55m

$317

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Wed 11/12

7:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 11/15

10:30 am-8:39 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$327

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Wed 11/5

4:28 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/13

9:30 pm-8:55 am

1 stop8h 25m

$327

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Tue 11/11

6:10 am-10:41 am

1 stop7h 31m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/13

9:30 pm-8:55 am

1 stop8h 25m

$327

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Santa Ana

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Columbus to Santa Ana is 64 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 Columbus to Santa Ana?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Columbus to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $375). 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 CMH to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 September 16, 2025.

When flying from Columbus to Santa Ana, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 52% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 September 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Breeze Airways, and Delta from Columbus 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
205 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

    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 Columbus to Santa Ana. 6 airlines have flights to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day.

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

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines fly from Columbus to Santa Ana in about 11h 59m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Columbus and Santa Ana is about 1968 mi.

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

    Flying on Breeze Airways is currently your cheapest option to Santa Ana, with prices starting at $114. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $137 and $208, respectively. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Santa Ana for 72% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Columbus to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $375). 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 Columbus to Santa Ana

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$114Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$137Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$260Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$322Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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