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$130+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SNA
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Santa Ana
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/314:45 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/16:40 pmSNA - CMH
2 stops12h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$632
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/307:58 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop18h 10mFrontier
Sat 1/32:13 pmSNA - CMH
2 stops25h 50mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$637
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/244:45 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/281:18 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$639
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/265:40 amCMH - SNA
2 stops10h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/312:16 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$684
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:15 amCMH - SNA
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Fri 1/22:35 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$697
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/316:10 amCMH - SNA
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/312:16 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$701
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/186:00 amCMH - SNA
2 stops17h 18mDelta
Sun 1/187:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Deal found 12/16$702
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/194:48 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Sun 1/187:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Deal found 12/16$724

Find 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 December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$284
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$130
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$585
From Columbus to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Santa Ana

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-11:49 am

1 stop8h 49m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 1/18

7:45 am-5:06 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$301

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Fri 1/9

8:00 am-10:27 pm

1 stop17h 27m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 1/11

8:59 am-6:27 pm

1 stop30h 28m

$323

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Fri 1/9

10:40 am-12:25 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 1/11

4:37 pm-9:40 am

2 stops14h 03m

$346

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Sun 1/11

10:40 am-12:25 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/16

1:20 pm-11:19 pm

3 stops30h 59m

$348

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Sun 2/22

6:51 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop30h 39m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 2/26

6:45 am-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$352

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Fri 1/16

4:34 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 1/18

7:45 am-5:06 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$360

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Fri 1/30

7:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 2/1

8:30 am-12:03 am

2 stops12h 33m

$363

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-11:49 am

1 stop8h 49m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/17

5:03 pm-5:21 pm

2 stops21h 18m

$363

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Fri 1/30

12:39 pm-10:18 pm

2 stops12h 39m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 2/13

7:30 am-10:54 pm

2 stops12h 24m

$372

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Fri 1/9

8:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop11h 12m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 1/11

4:37 pm-9:40 am

2 stops14h 03m

$380

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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, California?

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 December 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus to Santa Ana, California may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Santa Ana, California?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Santa Ana, California (average of $112). Flying from Columbus to Santa Ana, California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $203). 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 December 18, 2025.

When flying from Columbus 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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 46% 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 December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, 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.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,093 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,055 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What 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, California?

    For as low as $301, Delta can have you in Santa Ana, California from Columbus in 8h 49m. The distance between Columbus and Santa Ana, California is about 1968 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus to Santa Ana, California is Breeze Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $114 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $131 and $171 round-trip. Breeze Airways is 72% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus to Santa Ana, California one-way?

    $91 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Breeze Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $98 and $138, respectively.

  • 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, California?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Santa Ana, California (average of $112). Flying from Columbus to Santa Ana, California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $203). 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$114Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$131Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$173Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$259Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$294Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$322Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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