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$232+ Cheap flights from Lincoln, NE to Santa Ana, CA (LNK - 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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LNK — SNA
Feb 10 — Feb 171
Tue 2/10
Tue 2/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lincoln to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lincoln (LNK) 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 January 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$359
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$232
(United Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$558
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Cheapest flights from Lincoln to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lincoln to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 11, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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 2/116:00 amLNK - SNA
2 stops8h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/219:00 amSNA - LNK
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/9$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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 4/45:05 pmLNK - SNA
1 stop5h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/811:10 amSNA - LNK
1 stop6h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/9$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 1/215:15 pmLNK - SNA
1 stop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/244:06 pmSNA - LNK
1 stop5h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/8$454
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 7/296:00 amLNK - SNA
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/88:40 amSNA - LNK
1 stop5h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/10$485
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 7/296:00 amLNK - SNA
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/77:00 pmSNA - LNK
1 stop13h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/10$507
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 2/121:01 pmLNK - SNA
1 stop11h 07mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/1911:10 amSNA - LNK
1 stop6h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/8$527
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 4/45:05 pmLNK - SNA
1 stop5h 43mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/97:00 amSNA - LNK
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/10$529

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lincoln to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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LincolnSanta Ana

LNK - SNA

LNKSNA

Lincoln

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/21

9:00 am-4:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$359

LincolnSanta Ana

LNK - SNA

LNKSNA

Lincoln

Sat 4/4

5:05 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/8

6:39 pm-10:38 am

2 stops13h 59m

$434

LincolnSanta Ana

LNK - SNA

LNKSNA

Lincoln

Wed 1/21

5:15 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/24

4:06 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$454

LincolnSanta Ana

LNK - SNA

LNKSNA

Lincoln

Mon 2/2

5:15 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$232

LincolnSanta Ana

LNK - SNA

LNKSNA

Lincoln

Thu 2/12

1:01 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$305

LincolnSanta Ana

LNK - SNA

LNKSNA

Lincoln

Mon 3/30

1:01 pm-5:23 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$345

LincolnSanta Ana

LNK - SNA

LNKSNA

Lincoln

Mon 3/23

5:15 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$345

LincolnSanta Ana

LNK - SNA

LNKSNA

Lincoln

Sun 3/29

6:00 am-9:44 am

1 stop5h 44m

$345

LincolnSanta Ana

LNK - SNA

LNKSNA

Lincoln

Tue 3/31

3:06 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$345

LincolnSanta Ana

LNK - SNA

LNKSNA

Lincoln

Sun 3/8

6:00 am-9:48 am

1 stop5h 48m

$345

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Lincoln to Santa Ana in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Lincoln, Nebraska-Santa Ana, California flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Lincoln, Nebraska-Santa Ana, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Lincoln, Nebraska-Santa Ana, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Lincoln, Nebraska-Santa Ana, California flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Lincoln, Nebraska-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 Lincoln to Santa Ana

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Santa Ana, California (average of $93). Flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to Santa Ana, California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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.

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 January 11, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Lincoln to Santa Ana to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,145 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,145 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,145 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Santa Ana, California?

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from Lincoln, Nebraska to Santa Ana, California in about 8h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 1257 mi between Lincoln, Nebraska and Santa Ana, California.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Lincoln, Nebraska to Santa Ana, California round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($348), offers the cheapest pricing from Lincoln, Nebraska to Santa Ana, California. United Airlines is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lincoln 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 Lincoln, Nebraska to Santa Ana, California?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Santa Ana, California (average of $93). Flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to Santa Ana, California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 airline flying from Lincoln to Santa Ana

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Lincoln 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 January 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$348Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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