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Cheap flights from Chicago to Los Angeles from $145

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Multiple Airlines Logo
9:06 pm - 3:33 pm
ORD
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SNA
20h 27m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:56 pm - 1:09 am
SNA
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ORD
27h 13m
2 stops
$284Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Sun, Apr 19
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3:29 pm - 11:34 am
ORD
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SNA
22h 05m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:23 pm - 5:25 am
SNA
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ORD
12h 02m
1 stop
$285Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 8 - Thu, Apr 16
Spirit Airlines Logo
3:21 pm - 9:53 am
ORD
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SNA
20h 32m
2 stops
Spirit Airlines Logo
3:23 pm - 5:25 am
SNA
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ORD
12h 02m
1 stop
$286Spirit Airlines
Fri, Apr 10 - Wed, Apr 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:58 pm - 5:56 pm
ORD
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SNA
22h 58m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 6:08 am
SNA
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ORD
20h 38m
1 stop
$287Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, Apr 21
American Airlines Logo
6:40 pm - 9:13 pm
ORD
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SNA
4h 33mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
1:36 pm - 7:59 pm
SNA
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ORD
4h 23mnonstop
$289American Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, Apr 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:42 pm - 9:09 am
ORD
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SNA
13h 27m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:23 pm - 5:25 am
SNA
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ORD
12h 02m
1 stop
$290Multiple Airlines
Sat, May 16 - Wed, May 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:48 pm - 10:25 am
ORD
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SNA
15h 37m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:42 pm - 6:08 am
SNA
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ORD
13h 26m
1 stop
$291Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, May 3
Southwest Logo
12:35 pm - 7:05 pm
MDW
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SNA
8h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
7:40 pm - 5:00 am
SNA
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MDW
7h 20m
1 stop
$309Southwest
Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, Apr 21
Southwest Logo
6:25 pm - 10:20 pm
MDW
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SNA
5h 55m
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8:50 pm - 6:00 am
SNA
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MDW
7h 10m
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$312Southwest
Mon, Jun 1 - Sun, Jun 7
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11:33 am - 1:44 pm
MDW
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SNA
28h 11m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
5:01 pm - 3:04 pm
SNA
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MDW
20h 03m
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$336Frontier
Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 3

Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago to Santa Ana

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Chicago to Santa Ana flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Apr 8
ORD4:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 17m
2 stops
SNA9:53 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Apr 15
SNA3:23 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
18h 19m
2 stops
ORD11:42 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$285
Spirit Airlines
Apr 10
ORD3:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
20h 32m
2 stops
SNA9:53 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Apr 15
SNA3:23 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
12h 02m
1 stop
ORD5:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$286
Spirit Airlines
May 16
ORD3:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 45m
2 stops
SNA9:45 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
May 20
SNA3:23 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
12h 02m
1 stop
ORD5:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$295

United Airlines flights from Chicago to Santa Ana

Our best United Airlines deals on Chicago to Santa Ana flight tickets
United Airlines
Apr 8
ORD6:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 53m
1 stop
SNA12:18 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Apr 15
SNA2:40 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 05m
ORD8:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$299
United Airlines
Apr 15
ORD5:48 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 25m
1 stop
SNA11:13 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Apr 21
SNA2:40 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 05m
ORD8:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$313
United Airlines
Apr 10
ORD7:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 41m
SNA10:35 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Apr 14
SNA9:00 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 59m
1 stop
ORD6:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$319

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated March 23, 2026.
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ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

9:06 pm-3:33 pm

1 stop20h 27m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 4/19

7:56 pm-1:09 am

2 stops27h 13m

$284

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

3:29 pm-11:34 am

1 stop22h 05m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/16

3:23 pm-5:25 am

1 stop12h 02m

$285

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/10

3:21 pm-9:53 am

2 stops20h 32m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/15

3:23 pm-5:25 am

1 stop12h 02m

$286

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

8:58 pm-5:56 pm

1 stop22h 58m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/21

7:30 am-6:08 am

1 stop20h 38m

$287
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

6:40 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/21

1:36 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

$289

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/16

9:42 pm-9:09 am

1 stop13h 27m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/20

3:23 pm-5:25 am

1 stop12h 02m

$290

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/30

8:48 pm-10:25 am

1 stop15h 37m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/3

2:42 pm-6:08 am

1 stop13h 26m

$291

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/15

12:35 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/21

7:40 pm-5:00 am

1 stop7h 20m

$309

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/1

6:25 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 6/7

8:50 pm-6:00 am

1 stop7h 10m

$312

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/1

11:33 am-1:44 pm

2 stops28h 11m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/3

5:01 pm-3:04 pm

1 stop20h 03m

$336

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Ana?

The cheapest month to fly to Santa Ana from Chicago is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $307, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to Santa Ana, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $344.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Santa Ana from Chicago is on a Saturday. momondo users have found tickets for Saturday departures for as low as $358. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Chicago because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $471.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Chicago to Santa Ana flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Santa Ana in the morning for as low as $373. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $405. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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 to Santa Ana?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Santa Ana from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Santa Ana for around $373 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Santa Ana from Chicago for as low as $310 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

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

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

As of March 2026, prices for Chicago to Santa Ana flights are approximately 61% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Santa Ana

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

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Best Price Found

$218

Fastest flight time

4h 17m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Santa Ana

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Santa Ana from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $218. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Santa Ana found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $343.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Santa Ana takes 4h 17m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Santa Ana every day.
There is 1 airport in Santa Ana. From Chicago there are direct flights to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).
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  • 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 17m 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?

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

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Santa Ana

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $69Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,539 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $129Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,020 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $248Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,102 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $258Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,905 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $265Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,328 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $269Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,467 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $269Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,492 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Chicago to Santa Ana

    Southwest flight deals from Chicago to Santa Ana start from $265 round-trip. Over the 4 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $438 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Chicago to Santa Ana

    The best Alaska Airlines deal for Chicago to Santa Ana flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $248, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Alaska Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $427 round-trip. Alaska Airlines operates 20 flights out of Chicago into Santa Ana in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 12,101 Alaska Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.9/10.

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