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$535+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA to Waterloo, IA (SNA - ALO)

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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — ALO
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Waterloo

Best flights from Santa Ana to Waterloo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Ana to Waterloo that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/3111:42 amSNA - ALO
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/106:00 amALO - SNA
1 stop9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$535
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/271:54 pmSNA - ALO
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/106:00 amALO - SNA
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$535
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/281:54 pmSNA - ALO
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/106:00 amALO - SNA
2 stops10h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$540
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/2611:42 amSNA - ALO
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/116:00 amALO - SNA
1 stop9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$565
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/301:54 pmSNA - ALO
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/106:00 amALO - SNA
1 stop9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$565
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/3111:42 amSNA - ALO
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/86:00 amALO - SNA
2 stops12h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$570
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/281:54 pmSNA - ALO
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/83:23 pmALO - SNA
2 stops8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$570
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/2710:53 amSNA - ALO
2 stops9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/113:23 pmALO - SNA
1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$576
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/289:45 amSNA - ALO
2 stops10h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/113:23 pmALO - SNA
1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$576
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/281:54 pmSNA - ALO
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/149:25 amALO - SNA
2 stops11h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$576

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Santa AnaWaterloo

SNA - ALO

SNAALO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/31

11:42 am-10:23 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Waterloo

Tue 2/10

6:00 am-1:04 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$535

Santa AnaWaterloo

SNA - ALO

SNAALO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/27

1:54 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Waterloo

Tue 2/10

6:00 am-10:49 am

1 stop6h 49m

$535

Santa AnaWaterloo

SNA - ALO

SNAALO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/28

1:54 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Waterloo

Tue 2/10

6:00 am-2:09 pm

2 stops10h 09m

$540

Santa AnaWaterloo

SNA - ALO

SNAALO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/26

11:42 am-10:23 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Waterloo

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-1:04 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$565

Santa AnaWaterloo

SNA - ALO

SNAALO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/30

1:54 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Waterloo

Tue 2/10

6:00 am-1:04 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$565

Santa AnaWaterloo

SNA - ALO

SNAALO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/31

11:42 am-10:23 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Waterloo

Sun 2/8

6:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops12h 10m

$570

Santa AnaWaterloo

SNA - ALO

SNAALO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/28

1:54 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Waterloo

Sun 2/8

3:23 pm-9:49 pm

2 stops8h 26m

$570

Santa AnaWaterloo

SNA - ALO

SNAALO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/27

10:53 am-10:23 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Waterloo

Wed 2/11

3:23 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$576

Santa AnaWaterloo

SNA - ALO

SNAALO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/28

9:45 am-10:23 pm

2 stops10h 38m

Waterloo

Wed 2/11

3:23 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$576

Santa AnaWaterloo

SNA - ALO

SNAALO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/28

1:54 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Waterloo

Sat 2/14

9:25 am-6:27 pm

2 stops11h 02m

$576

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Deals found on 12/10

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Waterloo, Iowa (average of $78). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Waterloo, Iowa in April is currently the most expensive (average of $158). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana to Waterloo. 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 Santa Ana, California to Waterloo, Iowa?

    A quick flight from Santa Ana, California to Waterloo, Iowa can take about 8h 41m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $535. Airlines will cover a distance of 1506 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to Waterloo 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 Waterloo, Iowa?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Waterloo, Iowa (average of $78). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Waterloo, Iowa in April is currently the most expensive (average of $158). 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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