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Cheapest round-trip
$403
Typical prices: $664-$974
American Airlines
Sun 1/28Fri 2/9
CMI - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$369
Typical prices: $433-$498
American Airlines
Fri 12/21
CMI - SNA • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 32% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $809 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Champaign to Santa Ana (CMI-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Champaign to Santa Ana

Thu, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 9
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7:16 am - 2:10 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:35 am - 8:36 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$403American Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 31
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7:16 am - 12:22 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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8:51 am - 6:29 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$450American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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3:25 pm - 9:32 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:54 am - 6:30 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$561American Airlines
Thu, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 9
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11:41 am - 10:42 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:51 am - 6:24 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$568American Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 31
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7:16 am - 6:57 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 41m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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11:35 am - 8:36 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$615American Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Sun, Jan 17
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2:32 pm - 7:52 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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8:51 am - 6:29 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CMI Champaign University-Willard
7h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$617American Airlines
Fri, Mar 26 - Mon, Mar 29
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2:30 pm - 7:50 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:34 am - 8:16 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$656American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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7:11 am - 12:27 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:38 am - 8:18 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CMI Champaign University-Willard
6h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$691American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Champaign to Santa Ana flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Champaign to Santa Ana?

Round-trip flights from Champaign to Santa Ana typically range from $664 to $974. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $403, on American Airlines.

Key details for Champaign to Santa Ana flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$369
Beat the crowds with an average 82% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 7% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Champaign to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Champaign to Santa Ana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Champaign to Santa Ana based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Champaign to Santa Ana flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Champaign to Santa Ana?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Champaign to Santa Ana.

  • How long is a flight from Champaign to Santa Ana?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Champaign to Santa Ana. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 40m and 7h 23m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Champaign to Santa Ana?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Champaign to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Champaign to Santa Ana range from $664 to $974, with an average of $839 over the past 12 months. Anything below $664 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Champaign to Santa Ana changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $403 to $883. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Champaign to Santa Ana looking right now?

    One-way fares from Champaign to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $416, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA)?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $58 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Champaign to Santa Ana?

    Flights from Champaign to Santa Ana usually depart from Champaign University-Willard (CMI) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Champaign to Santa Ana pass through?

    Connecting flights from Champaign to Santa Ana most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 43% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Champaign to Santa Ana?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 66% on flights from Champaign to Santa Ana. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $499 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,432, a difference of $933.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Champaign to Santa Ana?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 40m, compared with 7h 23m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Champaign and Santa Ana?

    Santa Ana is 2 hours behind Champaign (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Santa Ana?

    Some of the most popular sights in Santa Ana are Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport, Santa Ana Zoo and Old Orange County Courthouse. These are among the most viewed places in Santa Ana on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Champaign to Santa Ana flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $499, about $933 less than Sunday fares (65% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Champaign to Santa Ana trip for January. Fares historically average $568 round-trip in that month - typically $918 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport.

    • voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
    • Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
    • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

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