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Cheapest round-trip
$418
Typical prices: $500-$724
United Airlines
Sun 12/16Wed 1/17
CHO - SNA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$286
Typical prices: $330-$460
United Airlines
Sun 12/16
CHO - SNA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Charlottesville and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 35% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $568 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 7h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charlottesville to Santa Ana (CHO-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charlottesville to Santa Ana

Wed, Dec 16 - Sun, Jan 17
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2:04 pm - 10:15 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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7:50 am - 9:03 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
10h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$418United Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Sun, Jan 17
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2:04 pm - 6:52 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:50 am - 9:03 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
10h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$470United Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Jan 13
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8:32 am - 2:46 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:32 am - 12:12 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
9h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$489American Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Jan 13
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8:32 am - 2:46 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:35 am - 12:12 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
11h 37m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$494American Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Sun, Jan 17
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2:04 pm - 10:15 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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9:00 am - 9:03 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
9h 03m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$521United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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8:32 am - 3:17 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 45m1 stop Newark
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8:05 am - 6:42 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
7h 37m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$529United Airlines
Fri, Apr 30 - Sun, May 2
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3:38 pm - 9:14 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:20 pm - 8:39 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
10h 19m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$544American Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Jan 13
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8:32 am - 6:34 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 02m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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9:35 am - 11:07 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
10h 32m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$556American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
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12:05 pm - 6:42 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:36 am - 10:18 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
7h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$585Delta
Sat, Dec 19 - Fri, Jan 8
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6:00 am - 1:20 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:46 am - 11:34 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
8h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,017Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Charlottesville to Santa Ana flights

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

Round-trip flights from Charlottesville to Santa Ana typically range from $500 to $724. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $418, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville to Santa Ana. It’s 25% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 100% higher.

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

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Charlottesville to Santa Ana at $365 round-trip.
•December ($1,060) and September ($961) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 190% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Charlottesville to Santa Ana flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$286
Beat the crowds with an average 42% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 60% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Charlottesville to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Charlottesville to Santa Ana

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Charlottesville to Santa Ana takes 00m, covering 2,209 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Charlottesville to Santa Ana range from $500 to $724, with an average of $557 over the past 12 months. Anything below $500 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Charlottesville 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 $418 to $2,668. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Charlottesville to Santa Ana are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $443, which is 24% above 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 Charlottesville to Santa Ana?

    Flights from Charlottesville to Santa Ana usually depart from Charlottesville Albemarle (CHO) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 31% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 63% on flights from Charlottesville to Santa Ana. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $418 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,115, a difference of $697.

    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 Charlottesville to Santa Ana?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 43m, compared with 7h 51m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 8h 07m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    Santa Ana is 3 hours behind Charlottesville (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 Charlottesville 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 Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $418, about $697 less than Monday fares (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charlottesville to Santa Ana trip for August. Fares historically average $365 round-trip in that month - typically $695 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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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