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Frontier Logo
7:20 am - 12:34 pm
ORD
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SNA
7h 14m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:10 pm - 11:33 am
SNA
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ORD
13h 23m
2 stops
$307Frontier
Thu, Jun 11 - Mon, Jun 15
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7:49 pm - 12:19 pm
MDW
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SNA
18h 30m
1 stop
Allegiant Air Logo
2:30 pm - 6:59 pm
SNA
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MDW
26h 29m
1 stop
$307Allegiant Air
Thu, May 21 - Wed, May 27
American Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 10:31 am
ORD
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SNA
4h 21mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 2:05 pm
SNA
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ORD
4h 20mnonstop
$309American Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Mon, Aug 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:03 pm - 9:48 am
MDW
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SNA
15h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 2:12 pm
SNA
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MDW
16h 02m
2 stops
$309Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jun 4 - Sun, Jun 7
Frontier Logo
9:37 pm - 9:09 am
ORD
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SNA
13h 32m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:54 am - 8:32 pm
SNA
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ORD
8h 38m
1 stop
$310Frontier
Thu, May 21 - Sun, May 24
Frontier Logo
9:57 pm - 12:36 pm
ORD
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SNA
16h 39m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
7:54 pm - 5:28 am
SNA
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ORD
7h 34m
1 stop
$311Frontier
Wed, Jul 15 - Sat, Jul 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 9:07 pm
ORD
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SNA
15h 47m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 5:07 am
SNA
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ORD
6h 57m
1 stop
$312Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jun 17 - Sat, Jun 20
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:07 am
ORD
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SNA
6h 07m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 1:09 pm
SNA
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ORD
4h 24mnonstop
$315United Airlines
Sat, May 23 - Tue, May 26
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 11:05 am
MDW
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SNA
6h 55m
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7:45 pm - 5:10 am
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MDW
7h 25m
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$323Southwest
Wed, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 6
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11:45 am - 4:20 pm
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SNA
6h 35m
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Southwest Logo
5:50 pm - 5:20 am
SNA
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MDW
9h 30m
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$328Southwest
Wed, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 6

Frontier flights from Chicago to Santa Ana, California

Our best Frontier deals on Chicago to Santa Ana, California flight tickets
Frontier
Jun 11
ORD7:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 14m
1 stop
SNA12:34 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Jun 15
SNA8:10 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 23m
2 stops
ORD11:33 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$307
Frontier
May 21
ORD9:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 32m
1 stop
SNA9:09 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
May 23
SNA9:54 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 38m
1 stop
ORD8:32 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$310
Frontier
Jul 15
ORD9:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 39m
2 stops
SNA12:36 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Jul 18
SNA7:54 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 34m
1 stop
ORD5:28 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$311

Allegiant Air flights from Chicago to Santa Ana, California

Our best Allegiant Air deals on Chicago to Santa Ana, California flight tickets
Allegiant Air
May 21
MDW7:49 pmChicago Midway
18h 30m
1 stop
SNA12:19 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
May 27
SNA2:30 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
26h 29m
1 stop
MDW6:59 pmChicago Midway
$307
Allegiant Air
May 31
MDW7:49 pmChicago Midway
18h 30m
1 stop
SNA12:19 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Jun 3
SNA2:30 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
26h 43m
1 stop
MDW7:13 pmChicago Midway
$351

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ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/11

7:20 am-12:34 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 6/15

8:10 pm-11:33 am

2 stops13h 23m

$307

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/21

7:49 pm-12:19 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/27

2:30 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop26h 29m

$307
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/11

8:10 am-10:31 am

Nonstop4h 21m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/17

7:45 am-2:05 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$309

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/4

8:03 pm-9:48 am

1 stop15h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 6/7

8:10 pm-2:12 pm

2 stops16h 02m

$309

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/21

9:37 pm-9:09 am

1 stop13h 32m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/24

9:54 am-8:32 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$310

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/15

9:57 pm-12:36 pm

2 stops16h 39m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 7/18

7:54 pm-5:28 am

1 stop7h 34m

$311

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/17

7:20 am-9:07 pm

2 stops15h 47m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 6/20

8:10 pm-5:07 am

1 stop6h 57m

$312

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/23

5:00 am-9:07 am

1 stop6h 07m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/26

6:45 am-1:09 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$315

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/3

6:10 am-11:05 am

1 stop6h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 6/6

7:45 pm-5:10 am

1 stop7h 25m

$323

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/3

11:45 am-4:20 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 6/6

5:50 pm-5:20 am

2 stops9h 30m

$328

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Santa Ana, California

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Santa Ana, California?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Ana, California?

In general, December is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Santa Ana, California. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $70. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of December, then book flights to Santa Ana, California from Chicago during October instead. Flights to Santa Ana, California in October, while not as cheap as those in December, still average around $84.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Santa Ana, California?

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to Santa Ana, California is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Santa Ana, California on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $359. The most expensive day to fly to Santa Ana, California is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $520.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Santa Ana, California?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Chicago to Santa Ana, California when you can find flight prices for as low as $385. Flying to Santa Ana, California in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Santa Ana, California is in the evening when prices are around $419.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty flight route?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty for the best Chicago - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Santa Ana, California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Santa Ana, California from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Santa Ana, California for around $384 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Santa Ana, California from Chicago for as low as $318 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Santa Ana, California flights?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Santa Ana, California flight.

How have Chicago to Santa Ana, California flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2026, prices for Chicago to Santa Ana, California flights are approximately 25% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Santa Ana, California

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Santa Ana, California according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Chicago to Santa Ana, California (CHI to SNA) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$198

Fastest flight time

4h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Santa Ana, California

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Santa Ana, California from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $198. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Santa Ana, California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $365.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Santa Ana, California takes 4h 15m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Santa Ana, California every day.
There is 1 airport in Santa Ana, California. From Chicago there are direct flights to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Santa Ana, California

  • How far is Chicago to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty by plane?

    There are 1731.8 mi between Chicago and Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty. Typically, this will take 4h 15m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Santa Ana, California?

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Santa Ana, California?

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Santa Ana, California

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $85Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,636 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $129Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,965 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $258Free CancellationRating
7.1
2,972 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $265Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,306 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $269Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,682 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $269Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,671 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $308Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,325 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Chicago to Santa Ana, California

    Southwest flight deals from Chicago to Santa Ana, California start from $265 round-trip. Over the 7 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $428 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Chicago to Santa Ana, California

    The best Alaska Airlines deal for Chicago to Santa Ana, California flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $308, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Alaska Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $449 round-trip. Alaska Airlines operates 17 flights out of Chicago into Santa Ana, California in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 12,325 Alaska Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.9/10.

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