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Cheapest round-trip
$316
Typical prices: $316-$488
Frontier
Thu 1/25Mon 1/29
CVG - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$135
Typical prices: $170-$362
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/24
CVG - SNA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cincinnati and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 61% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
July
Cheapest • 22% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Cheapest • Avg $282 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 7h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to Santa Ana (CVG-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cincinnati to Santa Ana

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
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7:02 pm - 2:01 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
21h 59m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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12:33 pm - 5:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
26h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$259Frontier
Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7
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7:00 am - 3:02 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 02m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:33 am - 3:20 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
26h 47m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
$281Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
Frontier Logo
7:02 pm - 2:01 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
21h 59m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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12:33 pm - 11:46 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
20h 13m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
$304Frontier
Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:02 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 02m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:46 am - 3:20 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
24h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
$308Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Thu, Dec 24
American Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 10:30 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:54 am - 8:41 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$357American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
7:28 am - 12:35 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 07m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:54 am - 8:17 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
8h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$357American Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Jan 26
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:17 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 17m1 stop Newark
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9:00 pm - 11:06 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
11h 06m1 stop Newark
$407United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7
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1:00 pm - 8:10 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:45 am - 7:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
8h 05m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl
$410Southwest
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Jan 26
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 12:55 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:49 pm - 9:31 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
10h 42m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$412United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
Southwest Logo
2:30 pm - 7:20 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:45 am - 4:15 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$412Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cincinnati to Santa Ana flights

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

Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Santa Ana typically range from $316 to $488. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $316, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Santa Ana. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

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

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to Santa Ana at $302 round-trip.
•April ($475) and October ($468) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cincinnati to Santa Ana the cheapest?

Flights from Cincinnati to Santa Ana are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 61% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cincinnati to Santa Ana flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$135
Beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cincinnati to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Cincinnati to Santa Ana

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Cincinnati to Santa Ana takes 00m, covering 1,872 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Santa Ana range from $316 to $488, with an average of $387 over the past 12 months. Anything below $316 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cincinnati to Santa Ana flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 57% above the $387 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cincinnati to Santa Ana?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $266 round-trip, compared to $282 via a layover through Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cincinnati to Santa Ana?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Cincinnati 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 $316 to $2,668. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cincinnati to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $187, which is 21% 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 Cincinnati to Santa Ana?

    Flights from Cincinnati to Santa Ana usually depart from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Cincinnati to Santa Ana. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $335 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $471, a difference of $136.

    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 Cincinnati to Santa Ana?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h, compared with 7h 01m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 02m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

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

    Santa Ana is 3 hours behind Cincinnati (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 Cincinnati 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 Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $335, about $136 less than Tuesday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 61% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cincinnati to Santa Ana trip for July. Fares historically average $302 round-trip in that month - typically $173 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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.

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

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