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$85+ 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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SNA
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$145
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$85
(Booking.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$332
From Columbus to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Santa Ana
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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 9/412:53 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop12h 12mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/86:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop12h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$145
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/218:30 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop17h 54mFrontier
Sun 8/241:03 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop27h 39mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Wed 8/278:15 amCMH - SNA
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Tue 9/26:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Deal found 7/31$325
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/305:03 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/46:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop7h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$326
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1812:53 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop12h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/2110:33 amSNA - CMH
3 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$328
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/111:13 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop10h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/206:45 amSNA - CMH
2 stops8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$336

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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

Fly to

Santa Ana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Thu 9/4

12:53 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop12h 12m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/8

6:45 am-10:29 pm

1 stop12h 44m

$145

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Thu 8/21

8:30 pm-11:24 am

1 stop17h 54m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 8/24

1:03 pm-7:42 pm

1 stop27h 39m

$285

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Wed 8/27

6:10 am-10:18 am

1 stop7h 08m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 9/3

6:45 am-6:40 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$325

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Sat 8/30

5:03 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/4

6:45 am-4:48 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$326

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Thu 9/18

12:53 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop12h 12m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 9/21

10:33 am-6:58 pm

3 stops29h 25m

$328

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Thu 9/11

1:13 pm-8:13 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 9/20

6:45 am-6:32 pm

2 stops8h 47m

$336

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Mon 9/15

12:53 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop12h 12m

$85

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Thu 8/14

5:25 pm-11:10 am

1 stop20h 45m

$147

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Sat 8/23

6:00 am-10:53 am

1 stop7h 53m

$163

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Mon 9/22

6:15 am-11:05 am

1 stop7h 50m

$169

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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 July 25, 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 $376). 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 July 31, 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 July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,049 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Ana, with prices starting at $145. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $285 and $325, respectively. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Santa Ana for 64% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $85. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Columbus to Santa Ana for a low price.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $109. While the most popular route (Columbus - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty) can be booked for $145 on average our data indicates $255 when flying from Columbus to Santa Ana.

  • 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 $376). 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$122Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$136Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$267Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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