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$99+ 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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SNA
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sat 6/21
Sat 6/28
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 July or August, 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 June 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$203
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$99
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$332
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 June 16, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/511:06 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop13h 55mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/77:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop11h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/14$203
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/105:25 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/176:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$213
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/2410:22 amCMH - SNA
Nonstop5h 01mBreeze Airways
Sun 7/271:08 pmSNA - CMH
Nonstop4h 28mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/14$218
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/166:45 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Wed 7/2312:35 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 6/14$241
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/52:44 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop9h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/96:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/15$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/17:00 amCMH - SNA
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Thu 7/1011:35 amSNA - CMH
1 stop9h 18mDelta
Deal found 6/14$335
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Tue 7/226:28 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop18h 47mAlaska Airlines
Sun 7/278:02 amSNA - CMH
1 stop18h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/13$346
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 8/147:35 amCMH - SNA
1 stop7h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/187:05 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop8h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$369

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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 June 16, 2025.
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

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Fri 9/5

11:06 pm-10:01 am

1 stop13h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 9/7

7:45 am-10:11 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$203

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Thu 7/10

5:25 pm-11:10 am

1 stop20h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/17

6:45 am-5:25 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$213

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Thu 7/24

10:22 am-12:23 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 7/27

1:08 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

$218

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Wed 7/16

6:45 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/23

12:35 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$241

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Tue 8/5

2:44 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/9

6:45 am-6:37 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$287

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Tue 7/1

7:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/10

11:35 am-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$335

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Tue 7/22

6:28 pm-10:15 am

1 stop18h 47m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 7/27

8:02 am-5:11 am

1 stop18h 09m

$346

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Thu 8/14

7:35 am-12:12 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/18

7:05 pm-6:38 am

1 stop8h 33m

$369

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Thu 7/10

10:22 am-12:23 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

$99

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Thu 9/4

11:06 pm-10:01 am

1 stop13h 55m

$101

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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 June 13, 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 $378). 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 June 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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on June 15, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Santa Ana flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Santa Ana by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Ana ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Santa Ana when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santa Ana by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Ana, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 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 June 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Columbus to Santa Ana to help guide your decision. 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
181 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
181 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
181 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
181 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
181 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
181 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,801 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
181 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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 $203. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Breeze Airways and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $218 and $241, respectively. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Santa Ana for 50% 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 Breeze Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $99. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Frontier, 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 $91. While the most popular route (Columbus - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty) can be booked for $203 on average our data indicates $219 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 $378). 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 June 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$133Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$136Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$283Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$406Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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