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Cheapest round-trip
$361
Typical prices: $511-$820
United Airlines
Sat 10/20Wed 10/24
CAE - SNA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbia and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 35% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $418 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to Santa Ana (CAE-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Santa Ana

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:38 pm - 10:26 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:45 am - 4:57 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$361United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:00 am - 1:45 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:26 pm - 10:44 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$361American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:38 pm - 10:26 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:36 pm - 9:59 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
12h 23m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$366United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 27
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5:38 pm - 10:26 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:36 pm - 11:41 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
14h 05m2 stops San Francisco Newark
$366United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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6:15 am - 2:03 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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9:00 pm - 9:59 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
9h 59m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$371United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:00 am - 3:39 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 39m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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1:26 pm - 10:44 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$444American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 27
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5:18 pm - 10:29 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:01 pm - 10:44 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$463American Airlines
Sun, Dec 27 - Tue, Jan 19
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8:10 am - 12:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:45 am - 4:28 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$470Delta
Sun, Dec 27 - Sat, Jan 23
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8:10 am - 12:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:45 am - 5:57 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$470Delta
Sun, Dec 27 - Wed, Jan 20
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8:10 am - 12:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:45 am - 5:57 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$470Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to Santa Ana flights

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Santa Ana start at $361. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $511 to $820. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $361 on United Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to Santa Ana, it is 35% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 113% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to Santa Ana?

  • May is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to Santa Ana at $449 round-trip.
  • October ($1,196) and November ($834) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 166% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Columbia to Santa Ana flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$361
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 35% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Columbia to Santa Ana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbia 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 Columbia to Santa Ana flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Columbia to Santa Ana usually depart from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Columbia to Santa Ana route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 70%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $449 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,468: a $1,019 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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, Westfield Mainplace and Santa Ana Zoo. These are among the most viewed places in Santa Ana on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Columbia to Santa Ana takes 0h 00m, covering 2,096 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia 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.

  • Have flight prices from Columbia 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 $361 to $1,373. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 25m, compared with 7h 35m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 42m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

    Santa Ana is 3 hours behind Columbia (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 starting from around $19 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · GREEN MOTION

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to Santa Ana range from $511 to $820, with an average of $687 over the past 12 months. Anything below $511 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbia to Santa Ana flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $449 - about $1,019 less than Sunday (69% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to Santa Ana trip for May. Fares historically average $449 round-trip in that month - typically $747 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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.
    - Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County
    - Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
    - voco Orange County - Airport by IHG

Everything you need to know for your flight from Columbia to Santa Ana

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Columbia (CAE)
Santa Ana (SNA)