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$62+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Santa Ana (SNA)

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ORD — SNA
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Santa Ana

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$110
(Frontier)

One-way from

$62
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$288

Good round-trip deal

$349 or less

Good one-way deal

$174 or less
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From Illinois to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
One-way flight from Illinois to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($18 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty.
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Santa Ana
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/76:51 pmSTL - SNA
1 stop18h 44mFrontier
Tue 4/1512:25 pmSNA - STL
1 stop18h 41mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$110
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Mon 3/107:42 pmORD - SNA
3 stops27h 48mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/196:45 amSNA - ORD
3 stops28h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18$239
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/146:45 amMDW - SNA
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Mon 4/2110:55 amSNA - MDW
1 stop9h 05mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$240
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/206:45 amORD - SNA
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/266:45 amSNA - ORD
2 stops16h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$243
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/66:45 amORD - SNA
2 stops35h 01mFrontier
Sun 4/133:32 pmSNA - ORD
2 stops31h 27mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 3/273:25 pmMLI - SNA
1 stop9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/27:45 amSNA - MLI
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 4/142:15 pmORD - SNA
1 stop10h 12mDelta
Wed 4/237:40 amSNA - ORD
1 stop14h 19mDelta
Deal found 2/19$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 4/87:35 pmORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/157:00 amSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/810:25 amMDW - SNA
2 stops13h 57mDelta
Sat 4/128:00 amSNA - MDW
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Deal found 2/20$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 4/106:21 amPIA - SNA
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Thu 4/171:10 pmSNA - PIA
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$289
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 9/49:00 pmORD - SNA
1 stop13h 50mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/87:00 pmSNA - ORD
1 stop8h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 6/56:48 pmORD - SNA
Nonstop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/103:40 pmSNA - ORD
Nonstop4h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$303

Find flights from Illinois to Santa Ana within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Santa Ana 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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Illinois

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Santa Ana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisSanta Ana

STL - SNA

STLSNA

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 4/7

6:51 pm-11:35 am

1 stop18h 44m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/15

12:25 pm-9:06 am

1 stop18h 41m

$110

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/10

7:42 pm-9:30 pm

3 stops27h 48m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/19

6:45 am-12:53 pm

3 stops28h 08m

$239

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/14

6:45 am-11:35 am

1 stop6h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/21

10:55 am-10:00 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$240

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/20

6:45 am-11:30 am

1 stop6h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/26

6:45 am-1:38 am

2 stops16h 53m

$243

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/6

6:45 am-3:46 pm

2 stops35h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 4/13

3:32 pm-12:59 am

2 stops31h 27m

$258

MolineSanta Ana

MLI - SNA

MLISNA

Moline Quad-City

Thu 3/27

3:25 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop9h 13m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/2

7:45 am-3:52 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$259

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/14

2:15 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/23

7:40 am-11:59 pm

1 stop14h 19m

$263

ChicagoSanta Ana

ORD - SNA

ORDSNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

7:35 pm-10:17 pm

Nonstop4h 42m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/15

7:00 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

$271

ChicagoSanta Ana

MDW - SNA

MDWSNA

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/8

10:25 am-10:22 pm

2 stops13h 57m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 4/12

8:00 am-6:33 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$282

PeoriaSanta Ana

PIA - SNA

PIASNA

Greater Peoria

Thu 4/10

6:21 am-10:44 am

1 stop6h 23m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/17

1:10 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$289

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Santa Ana

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Illinois to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $416). 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 IL to SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Santa Ana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Santa Ana as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Santa Ana

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Santa Ana. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to SNA are scheduled on a Wednesday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Santa Ana by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Ana ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Santa Ana when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santa Ana by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Ana, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Ana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Ana. 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 Santa Ana. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Illinois to Santa Ana by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Bhoopal,Nov 2024

STL - BOS

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Bhoopal,Nov 2024

STL - BOS

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Bhoopal,Nov 2024

STL - BOS

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Bhoopal,Nov 2024

STL - BOS

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Bhoopal,Nov 2024

STL - BOS

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Bhoopal,Nov 2024

STL - BOS

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Santa Ana from Illinois, you will be flying to J. Wayne/Orange Cnty, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is located 4.8 mi from the center of Santa Ana.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $62. American Airlines flights start at $115 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $126 one-way.

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Santa Ana are Qatar Airways (93%), United Airlines (87%) and British Airways (85%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $149. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty) can be booked for $116 on average our data indicates $889 when flying from Illinois to Santa Ana.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Santa Ana 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 Illinois to Santa Ana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Illinois to Santa Ana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $416). 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 Illinois to Santa Ana

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$106Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$109Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$328Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$425Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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