Cheap flights from Chicago to Santa Ana from $86
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Santa Ana
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Ana?
The cheapest month to fly to Santa Ana from Chicago is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $357, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to Santa Ana, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $369.
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 Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $403. 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 $481.
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 $410. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $469. 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?
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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 10 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Santa Ana for around $402 when searching 10 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 $355 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.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty?
Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
What airlines fly to Santa Ana?
American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Santa Ana from Chicago according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Santa Ana. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Santa Ana on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Chicago to Santa Ana on average per day?
The number of flights available between Chicago and Santa Ana is 19 per day as of April 2025. The most frequent departure time is 5:00PM, with 44% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Chicago to Santa Ana on average per week?
136 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to Santa Ana as of April 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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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 16m 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?
As of April 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from 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?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Chicago to Santa Ana is Boeing 737 MAX 8 (26.46% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320neo (17.06%), Boeing 737-700 (15.21%), and Boeing 737-800 (14.15%).
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Santa Ana?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chicago and Santa Ana, the leading airline is American Airlines, making up 59% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 31%, Frontier with 4%, and Spirit Airlines with 4%.
Best airlines flying from Chicago to Santa Ana
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $98 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 7,942 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $109 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,283 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $264 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $289 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,685 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $342 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,928 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $387 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,286 reviews |
Alaska Airlines Flights From Chicago to Santa Ana
Alaska Airlines flight deals from Chicago to Santa Ana start from $342 round-trip. Over the 23 Alaska Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $568 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Southwest Flights From Chicago to Santa Ana
The best Southwest deal for Chicago to Santa Ana flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $387, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Southwest flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $460 round-trip. Southwest operates 6 flights out of Chicago into Santa Ana in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 4,286 Southwest reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 8.0/10.
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Can I find flights from Chicago to Santa Ana with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Santa Ana from Chicago with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights from Chicago to Santa Ana?
Once you have performed a search for Chicago to Santa Ana flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
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