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Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Chicago from $53

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7:58 pm - 10:55 amSNA-ORD
12h 57m1 stop
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3:15 pm - 7:35 pmORD-SNA
6h 20m1 stop
Tue, May 27 - Fri, May 30
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7:58 pm - 5:25 amSNA-ORD
7h 27m1 stop
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9:02 pm - 9:17 pmORD-SNA
26h 15m1 stop
$184Spirit Airlines
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Wed, May 21 - Tue, May 27
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12:01 pm - 11:52 pmSNA-ORD
9h 51m1 stop
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3:18 pm - 8:05 pmORD-SNA
6h 47m1 stop
$188Frontier
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Sat, May 24 - Fri, Jun 6
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3:32 pm - 9:01 pmSNA-ORD
27h 29m1 stop
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6:00 am - 11:16 amORD-SNA
7h 16m1 stop
$191Frontier
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Sun, Jun 1 - Sat, Jun 7
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6:45 am - 6:55 pmSNA-ORD
10h 10m1 stop
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2:04 pm - 10:25 pmORD-SNA
10h 21m1 stop
$248Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Jun 4 - Sat, Jun 7
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7:00 am - 11:56 pmSNA-ORD
14h 56m1 stop
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7:00 am - 1:17 pmORD-SNA
8h 17m1 stop
$268Alaska Airlines
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Wed, May 21 - Sat, May 24
American Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 2:09 pmSNA-ORD
4h 14mnonstop
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7:09 am - 9:24 amORD-SNA
4h 15mnonstop
$269American Airlines
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Wed, Aug 20 - Sat, Aug 23
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4:00 pm - 12:45 amSNA-ORD
6h 45m1 stop
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9:02 am - 11:40 amORD-SNA
4h 38mnonstop
$279United Airlines
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Mon, Aug 25 - Sat, Aug 30
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3:00 pm - 12:13 amSNA-ORD
7h 13m1 stop
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9:05 am - 11:39 amORD-SNA
4h 34mnonstop
$294United Airlines
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Sun, Jun 1 - Sat, Jun 7
American Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 5:19 pmSNA-ORD
4h 09mnonstop
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12:02 pm - 2:18 pmORD-SNA
4h 16mnonstop
$302American Airlines
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Sun, Jun 1 - Sat, Jun 7

Alaska Airlines flights from Santa Ana to Chicago

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Santa Ana to Chicago flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Jun 4
SNA6:45 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 10m
1 stop
ORD6:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 7
ORD2:04 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
10h 21m
1 stop
SNA10:25 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Alaska Airlines
May 21
SNA7:00 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
14h 56m
1 stop
ORD11:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
May 24
ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 17m
1 stop
SNA1:17 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Alaska Airlines
May 12
SNA1:30 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 29m
1 stop
ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
May 13
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 19m
2 stops
SNA5:19 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Delta flights from Santa Ana to Chicago

Our best Delta deals on Santa Ana to Chicago flight tickets
Delta
Jul 26
SNA8:00 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 03m
1 stop
MDW6:03 pmChicago Midway
Aug 9
MDW2:00 pmChicago Midway
8h 28m
1 stop
SNA8:28 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Delta
Jun 23
SNA11:20 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 43m
1 stop
ORD12:03 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 1
ORD1:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 31m
1 stop
SNA7:16 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Delta
Aug 20
SNA11:55 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 26m
1 stop
ORD9:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 24
ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 11m
1 stop
SNA6:06 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Santa Ana, with most prices found around $378. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in May, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Santa Ana to Chicago during April average around $383.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $372. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Santa Ana to Chicago for around $481.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the afternoon. Flights from Santa Ana to Chicago during this time can be as low as $308. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $464.

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

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

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Santa Ana when booking 10 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $430 when searching 10 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Santa Ana for as low as $342 on momondo.

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

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

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

As of April 2025, prices for Santa Ana to Chicago flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Santa Ana to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$53

Fastest flight time

4h 04m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

3 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Santa Ana in the past 72 hours is $53. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Ana to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $180.
The fastest flight from Santa Ana to Chicago takes 4h 04m
Direct flights go from Santa Ana to Chicago every day.
There are 3 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD)

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

    A flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Chicago will travel around 1731.8 mi. Flights usually cover this in 4h 08m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

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

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

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


Best airlines flying from Santa Ana to Chicago

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $101Free CancellationRating
6.3
7,940 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $110Free CancellationRating
5.9
3,283 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $275Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $308Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,685 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $308Free CancellationRating
8.0
9,911 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $401Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,287 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Santa Ana to Chicago

    Alaska Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from Santa Ana to Chicago, operating 24 flights/week on average for this route. A good Alaska Airlines flight deal for Santa Ana to Chicago starts from $308 round-trip, up to an average price of $458. Our users have rated Alaska Airlines at 8.0/10.

  • Southwest Flights From Santa Ana to Chicago

    Another popular option for Santa Ana to Chicago flights is Southwest (8.0/10, 4,287 ratings). Southwest flies from Santa Ana to Chicago around 5 times per week, with deals starting from $401 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $446.


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