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Cheapest round-trip
$357
Typical prices: $410-$572
American Airlines
Mon 12/3Wed 12/5
CHS - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$133
Typical prices: $243-$464
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/12
CHS - SNA • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Charleston and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $336 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charleston to Santa Ana (CHS-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charleston to Santa Ana

Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 10:22 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 6:47 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
8h 32m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$357American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 16
Delta Logo
5:10 am - 11:48 amCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:45 am - 4:27 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
6h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 1:51 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 21m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 9:21 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
8h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$357United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 17
United Airlines Logo
2:52 pm - 8:28 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 36m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:11 pm - 10:01 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
6h 50m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$357United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
Delta Logo
6:19 am - 11:48 amCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:00 pm - 9:07 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
6h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
Southwest Logo
8:25 am - 4:25 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 00m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
10:00 am - 9:40 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
8h 40m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas Love Field
$407Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
3:14 pm - 10:22 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 08m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 10:24 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
7h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$452American Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Tue, Dec 22
Southwest Logo
4:30 pm - 9:05 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 35m1 stop Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
6:45 am - 8:35 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
10h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$471Southwest
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
Breeze Airways Logo
7:05 am - 3:03 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 58m2 stops Akron/Canton Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Breeze Airways Logo
7:30 am - 10:33 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
12h 03m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$528Breeze Airways
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:58 pm - 9:58 amCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
19h 00m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 10:33 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
12h 03m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$592Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Charleston to Santa Ana flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Charleston to Santa Ana typically range from $410 to $572. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $357, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charleston to Santa Ana?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charleston to Santa Ana. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 34% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Santa Ana?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Santa Ana at $433 round-trip.
•September ($733) and March ($664) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Charleston to Santa Ana flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$133
Beat the crowds with an average 56% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 42% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Charleston to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Charleston to Santa Ana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charleston 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 Charleston 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 Charleston to Santa Ana?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Charleston to Santa Ana takes 00m, covering 2,172 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Charleston to Santa Ana range from $410 to $572, with an average of $492 over the past 12 months. Anything below $410 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Charleston 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 $357 to $1,396. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Charleston to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $195, which is 44% 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 Charleston to Santa Ana?

    Flights from Charleston to Santa Ana usually depart from Charleston (CHS) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

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

    One-stop flights from Charleston to Santa Ana most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Charleston to Santa Ana. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $410 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $664, a difference of $254.

    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 Charleston to Santa Ana?

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 06m, compared with 7h 19m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 7h 27m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    Santa Ana is 3 hours behind Charleston (Pacific Time vs Eastern 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 Charleston 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $410, about $254 less than Sunday fares (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charleston to Santa Ana trip for May. Fares historically average $433 round-trip in that month - typically $300 less than the most expensive month, which is September (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

More options for your flight from Charleston to Santa Ana

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