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$580+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA to Springfield, IL (SNA - SPI)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — SPI
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/223:04 pmSNA - SPI
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/46:00 amSPI - SNA
2 stops9h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/13$580
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/233:04 pmSNA - SPI
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/306:14 pmSPI - SNA
2 stops16h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/13$643

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Springfield

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Springfield (SPI). 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 October 14, 2025.

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SNA - SPI

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Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 12/22

3:04 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Springfield Capital

Sun 1/4

6:00 am-1:56 pm

2 stops9h 56m

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SNA - SPI

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Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 12/23

3:04 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Springfield Capital

Tue 12/30

6:14 pm-8:21 am

2 stops16h 07m

$643

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Springfield, Illinois (average of $71). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Springfield, Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $220). 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 Springfield

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Springfield. 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 Springfield. Reviews last updated October 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from Santa Ana to Springfield 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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,042 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,042 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,042 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana, California to Springfield, Illinois?

    Departing from Santa Ana, California to Springfield, Illinois will take you 6h 21m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1609 mi.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Springfield, Illinois, with prices starting at $486.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to Springfield 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 Santa Ana, California to Springfield, Illinois?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Springfield, Illinois (average of $71). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Springfield, Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $220). 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 Santa Ana to Springfield

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Ana to Springfield. 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 October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$486Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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