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Cheap flights from Chicago to Los Angeles from $157

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Spirit Airlines Logo
6:16 pm - 2:28 pm
ORD
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SNA
22h 12m
3 stops
Spirit Airlines Logo
3:23 pm - 10:23 am
SNA
-
ORD
17h 00m
2 stops
$288Spirit Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 28
American Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 10:41 am
ORD
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SNA
4h 26mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
11:33 am - 5:53 pm
SNA
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ORD
4h 20mnonstop
$289American Airlines
Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9
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
$290Frontier
Fri, May 22 - Mon, Jun 1
Frontier Logo
1:30 pm - 1:44 pm
MDW
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SNA
26h 14m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:56 pm - 10:14 pm
SNA
-
MDW
24h 18m
2 stops
$291Frontier
Fri, Apr 24 - Mon, Apr 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 11:25 am
ORD
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SNA
26h 30m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:33 pm - 9:54 am
SNA
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ORD
15h 21m
2 stops
$291Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Mon, May 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:07 pm - 3:38 pm
ORD
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SNA
19h 31m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:54 pm - 9:40 am
SNA
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ORD
11h 46m
2 stops
$292Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:27 pm - 5:56 pm
ORD
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SNA
28h 29m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:23 pm - 6:08 am
SNA
-
ORD
12h 45m
1 stop
$293Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, Apr 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:48 pm - 10:25 am
ORD
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SNA
15h 37m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 7:52 pm
SNA
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ORD
11h 07m
1 stop
$297Alaska Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Sat, May 9
Southwest Logo
2:15 pm - 7:05 pm
MDW
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SNA
6h 50m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
8:15 pm - 5:45 am
SNA
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MDW
7h 30m
1 stop
$309Southwest
Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, May 6
Southwest Logo
10:10 am - 5:00 pm
MDW
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SNA
8h 50m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
7:40 pm - 5:25 am
SNA
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MDW
7h 45m
1 stop
$314Southwest
Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, May 6

Southwest flights from Chicago to Santa Ana, California

Our best Southwest deals on Chicago to Santa Ana, California flight tickets
Southwest
Apr 28
MDW2:15 pmChicago Midway
6h 50m
1 stop
SNA7:05 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
May 6
SNA8:15 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 30m
1 stop
MDW5:45 amChicago Midway
$309
Southwest
Apr 28
MDW10:10 amChicago Midway
8h 50m
2 stops
SNA5:00 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
May 6
SNA7:40 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 45m
1 stop
MDW5:25 amChicago Midway
$314
Southwest
May 6
MDW12:35 pmChicago Midway
8h 30m
1 stop
SNA7:05 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
May 11
SNA8:30 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 05m
1 stop
MDW5:35 pmChicago Midway
$323

American Airlines flights from Chicago to Santa Ana, California

Our best American Airlines deals on Chicago to Santa Ana, California flight tickets
American Airlines
Jun 2
ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 26m
SNA10:41 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Jun 9
SNA11:33 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 20m
ORD5:53 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$289
American Airlines
May 16
ORD11:46 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 35m
SNA2:21 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
May 19
SNA1:33 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 23m
ORD7:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$303
American Airlines
May 28
ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 26m
SNA10:41 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Jun 1
SNA3:08 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 31m
ORD9:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$317

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ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/22

6:16 pm-2:28 pm

3 stops22h 12m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/28

3:23 pm-10:23 am

2 stops17h 00m

$288
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/2

8:15 am-10:41 am

Nonstop4h 26m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/9

11:33 am-5:53 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$289

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/22

9:37 pm-9:09 am

1 stop13h 32m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 6/1

9:54 am-8:32 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$290

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Fri 4/24

1:30 pm-1:44 pm

1 stop26h 14m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/27

7:56 pm-10:14 pm

2 stops24h 18m

$291

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/17

10:55 am-11:25 am

1 stop26h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/4

4:33 pm-9:54 am

2 stops15h 21m

$291

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

10:07 pm-3:38 pm

1 stop19h 31m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/20

7:54 pm-9:40 am

2 stops11h 46m

$292

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

3:27 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops28h 29m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/21

3:23 pm-6:08 am

1 stop12h 45m

$293

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

8:48 pm-10:25 am

1 stop15h 37m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/9

6:45 am-7:52 pm

1 stop11h 07m

$297

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/28

2:15 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/6

8:15 pm-5:45 am

1 stop7h 30m

$309

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/28

10:10 am-5:00 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/6

7:40 pm-5:25 am

1 stop7h 45m

$314

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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, September 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 $325. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Santa Ana, California from Chicago during July instead. Flights to Santa Ana, California in July, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $341.

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 $481.

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 $377. 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 $405.

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, 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 $381 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 $307 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, California flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Chicago to Santa Ana, California.

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

As of April 2026, prices for Chicago to Santa Ana, California flights are approximately 37% cheaper 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

$244

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 $244. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Santa Ana, California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $352.
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 $69Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,598 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $115Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,000 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $258Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,917 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $265Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,339 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $269Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,546 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $269Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,550 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $308Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,177 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Chicago to Santa Ana, California

    Alaska Airlines flight deals from Chicago to Santa Ana, California start from $308 round-trip. Over the 11 Alaska Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $445 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • United Airlines Flights From Chicago to Santa Ana, California

    The best United Airlines deal for Chicago to Santa Ana, California flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $269, round-trip. It should be noted that an average United Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $425 round-trip. United Airlines operates 18 flights out of Chicago into Santa Ana, California in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 9,546 United Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.4/10.

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