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$112+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to Columbus

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 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — CMH
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Columbus are usually found in August or September, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Columbus (C01). 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 March 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$220
(Priceline)

One-way from

$112
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$416
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/291:08 pmSNA - CMH
Nonstop4h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/24:56 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop7h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$220
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/13:21 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop23h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/58:24 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop28h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/241:25 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 31mDelta
Thu 5/16:30 amCMH - SNA
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Deal found 3/25$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/253:13 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/12:29 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop6h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$345
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/305:53 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop9h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/33:34 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop8h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2012:55 pmSNA - CMH
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Tue 6/32:35 pmCMH - SNA
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 3/25$390
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/151:08 pmSNA - CMH
Nonstop4h 28mBreeze Airways
Thu 6/1910:22 amCMH - SNA
Nonstop5h 01mBreeze Airways
Deal found 3/25$406
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/113:04 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop11h 02mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/126:33 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop18h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$475

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Columbus that are best for you.

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Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/29

1:08 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

Columbus

Mon 6/2

4:56 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$220

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/1

3:21 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop23h 44m

Columbus

Mon 5/5

8:24 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$239

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/24

1:25 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Columbus

Thu 5/1

6:30 am-10:38 am

1 stop7h 08m

$277

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/25

3:13 pm-12:35 am

1 stop6h 22m

Columbus

Tue 7/1

2:29 pm-5:59 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$345

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/30

5:53 pm-6:33 am

1 stop9h 40m

Columbus

Tue 6/3

3:34 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$362

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/20

12:55 pm-12:45 am

2 stops8h 50m

Columbus

Tue 6/3

2:35 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$390

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 6/15

1:08 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

Columbus

Thu 6/19

10:22 am-12:23 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

$406

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/11

3:04 pm-5:06 am

1 stop11h 02m

Columbus

Fri 9/12

6:33 pm-9:49 am

1 stop18h 16m

$475

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/16

6:45 am-6:05 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$112

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/9

12:21 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$139

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Columbus

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Columbus. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Santa Ana to Columbus is 27 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana to Columbus?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Santa Ana to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SNA to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Santa Ana to Columbus at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 35% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Columbus. Price data was last updated on March 2, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to Columbus flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Santa Ana to Columbus, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
156 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Santa Ana to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Santa Ana airport to Columbus. It is only a 4.8 mi journey to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) from Santa Ana’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana to Columbus round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Columbus, with prices starting at $239. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $277 and $345, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana to Columbus one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $112. Delta flights start at $139 while deals on American Airlines start at $174 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Santa Ana to Columbus is $114. On average you can expect to pay $300. The most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Columbus), can usually be booked for $220.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Santa Ana to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Columbus

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana to Columbus. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$197Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$278Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$282Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$416Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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