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Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to Chicago (CHI) from $80

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SNA — CHI
May 20 — May 271
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The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Chicago are usually found in February or September, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 15, 2024.

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$223

One-way from

$147
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Chicago?

Users have found that flying from Santa Ana to Chicago on a Wednesday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

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

To save up to 73% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 31 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Santa Ana to Chicago from $319 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $510 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Chicago?

Flights from Santa Ana to Chicago lean towards being more expensive in March. Prices are generally better when you fly from Santa Ana to Chicago in January, with the cheapest ticket starting at $135.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Ana to Chicago (SNA - CHI)?

When flying from Santa Ana to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 34% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Santa Ana to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Santa Ana and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest United Airlines flights traveling from Santa Ana to Chicago. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Thu 6/62:10 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/145:04 amORD - SNA
1 stop6h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/13$384
Wed 6/194:11 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop5h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/267:15 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$431

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Santa Ana to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Santa Ana and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
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Wed 5/2911:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
2 stops17h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$148
Wed 5/296:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop12h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$152
Wed 5/2911:08 amSNA - ORD
2 stops19h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/59:19 amORD - SNA
1 stop14h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/13$169
Wed 5/2911:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/59:19 amORD - SNA
1 stop14h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/13$181
Wed 5/2911:08 amSNA - ORD
2 stops19h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/57:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/13$182
Wed 5/2911:08 amSNA - ORD
3 stops19h 05mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
2 stops17h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$184
Wed 5/296:45 amSNA - ORD
3 stops23h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop12h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$185
Mon 5/273:12 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 28mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/307:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$187
Mon 5/273:12 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 28mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/301:13 pmORD - SNA
1 stop10h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$192

Cheap Santa Ana to Chicago flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Santa Ana to Chicago specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Prices were last updated on May 15, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Chicago in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 5/2911:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
2 stops17h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$148
Mon 6/38:40 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop15h 09mFrontier
Wed 6/128:58 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop24h 27mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$151
Sat 6/17:39 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop24h 56mFrontier
Wed 6/58:23 pmORD - SNA
1 stop25h 02mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$151
Wed 5/296:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop12h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$152
Mon 6/311:17 amSNA - ORD
2 stops17h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
2 stops17h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$153
Sat 6/17:39 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop24h 15mFrontier
Wed 6/58:58 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop24h 27mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$155
Mon 6/33:12 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop12h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$155
Fri 5/316:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
2 stops17h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$156
Mon 6/107:10 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops18h 52mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/1110:01 pmORD - SNA
2 stops17h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$157

Santa Ana to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Ana and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Chicago in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 5/2911:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
2 stops17h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$148
Mon 6/38:40 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop15h 09mFrontier
Wed 6/128:58 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop24h 27mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$151
Sat 6/17:39 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop24h 56mFrontier
Wed 6/58:23 pmORD - SNA
1 stop25h 02mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$151
Wed 5/296:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop12h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$152
Mon 6/311:17 amSNA - ORD
2 stops17h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
2 stops17h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$153
Sat 6/17:39 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop24h 15mFrontier
Wed 6/58:58 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop24h 27mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$155
Mon 6/33:12 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop12h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$155
Fri 5/316:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
2 stops17h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$156
Mon 6/107:10 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops18h 52mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/1110:01 pmORD - SNA
2 stops17h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$157

Non-stop flights to Chicago from Santa Ana

Discover non-stop flight options from Santa Ana to Chicago. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from Santa Ana to Chicago. Users can also choose from other Santa Ana to Chicago flights by using the search form above.
Tue 5/281:33 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/305:30 pmORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/14$359
Mon 8/127:55 amSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/148:24 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$379
Thu 6/272:10 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/307:35 pmORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$405
Sun 6/28:50 amSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:39 pmORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$422
Wed 6/194:55 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/14:15 pmORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$430
Thu 6/2011:27 amSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/248:05 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$448
Wed 6/192:10 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/14:15 pmORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$464
Fri 5/317:50 amSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/55:39 pmORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$465
Thu 6/204:55 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/247:15 amORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$469

Santa Ana to Chicago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Santa Ana to Chicago for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Santa Ana to Chicago. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Wed 5/2911:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
2 stops17h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$148
Wed 5/296:45 amSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:52 pmORD - SNA
1 stop12h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$152
Sat 5/257:50 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop23h 25mFrontier
Sun 6/27:59 pmORD - SNA
1 stop18h 10mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$161
Wed 5/2911:08 amSNA - ORD
2 stops19h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/59:19 amORD - SNA
1 stop14h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/13$169
Wed 5/227:39 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop13h 30mFrontier
Wed 5/299:10 pmMDW - SNA
1 stop24h 45mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$170
Tue 5/217:52 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop13h 17mFrontier
Thu 5/237:35 amMDW - SNA
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$178
Wed 5/2911:08 amSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/59:19 amORD - SNA
1 stop14h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/13$181
Wed 5/2911:08 amSNA - ORD
2 stops19h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/57:00 amORD - SNA
2 stops16h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/13$182
Mon 5/273:12 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop13h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/307:59 pmORD - SNA
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$183

One-way flights to Chicago from Santa Ana

Search for one-way flight options from Santa Ana to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Santa Ana to Chicago, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Chicago should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Tue 6/47:52 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop14h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$80
Sun 6/24:28 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$87
Mon 6/105:21 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop10h 08mFrontier
Deal found 5/13$91
Tue 8/137:12 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop14h 40mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$92
Wed 5/227:39 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop13h 30mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$94
Wed 6/55:53 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop25h 52mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$95
Thu 6/64:00 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop11h 14mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$96
Fri 8/308:52 amSNA - MDW
1 stop19h 41mFrontier
Deal found 5/13$99
Fri 6/78:08 pmSNA - MDW
1 stop13h 39mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$100

Find flights from Santa Ana to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to Chicago 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, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.

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Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago Midway

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 6/3

1 stop15h 09m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/12

1 stop24h 27m

$151

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago Midway

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 6/1

1 stop24h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/5

1 stop24h 27m

$155

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago Midway

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/4

1 stop14h 08m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/5

1 stop24h 27m

$158

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago Midway

SNA - MDW

SNAMDW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/5

1 stop28h 32m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/10

1 stop14h 22m

$162

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago Greater Rockford

SNA - RFD

SNARFD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 6/14

2 stops22h 31m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 6/16

1 stop14h 26m

$257

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago O'Hare Intl

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/11

2 stops19h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/27

1 stop10h 37m

$269

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago O'Hare Intl

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/28

Nonstop4h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/30

Nonstop4h 23m

$359

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago O'Hare Intl

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/12

Nonstop4h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/14

Nonstop4h 17m

$379

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyChicago O'Hare Intl

SNA - ORD

SNAORD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 6/6

Nonstop4h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/14

1 stop6h 07m

$384

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When is the best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Chicago. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santa Ana to Chicago, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Ana to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Chicago. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to Chicago flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Santa Ana to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Santa Ana to Chicago is currently $93 while a round-trip flight costs $253. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Chicago (average of $244). Flying from Santa Ana to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $342). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$248

February

$244

March

$280

April

$258

May

$278

June

$342

July

$327

August

$274

September

$258

October

$248

November

$270

December

$248

Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated May 15, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from Santa Ana to Chicago have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,040 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,040 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,040 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,152 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,040 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,691 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,040 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,959 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,040 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,561 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,040 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    Most people fly from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) if they book a flight from Santa Ana to Chicago. On average, J. Wayne/Orange Cnty has 22 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 6 airlines. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty is conveniently located just 4.8 mi from Santa Ana’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Santa Ana to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Ana to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $151, but on average you can expect to pay $171.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Santa Ana to Chicago for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Santa Ana to Chicago under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Chicago is less than $534.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Santa Ana to Chicago for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Santa Ana to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Thursday.

  • How many flights depart from Santa Ana to Chicago on average per day?

    Travelers can expect 3 flights from Santa Ana to Chicago on average per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Ana to Chicago in 15h 09m. Fly via Frontier to get the fastest option. There are 1732 mi between Santa Ana and Chicago.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Ana to Chicago round-trip?

    Currently priced at $151, Frontier will fly you from Santa Ana to Chicago and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Users have found that Frontier is 64% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most popular routes from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    The most popular route from Santa Ana to Chicago is Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Chicago Midway or Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Chicago Greater Rockford.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    Consider American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Delta when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Santa Ana to Chicago.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Santa Ana to Chicago on time: Emirates (92%), Brussels Airlines (92%), Royal Jordanian (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Santa Ana to Chicago? While on average our users pay $1,164, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $174. The most popular route (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $141.

  • What does SNA to ORD mean?

    This is defined as Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). Codes like Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Ana to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Santa Ana to Chicago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Santa Ana to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Ana to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Ana to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Santa Ana to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

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