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Cheapest round-trip
$184
Typical prices: $350-$496
Frontier
Thu 11/1Mon 11/5
MCI - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$135
Typical prices: $205-$470
American Airlines
Sat 10/6
MCI - SNA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 48% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 18% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $406 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Santa Ana (MCI-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Santa Ana

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5
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8:43 pm - 10:46 amMCI  Kansas City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
16h 03m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:38 am - 7:47 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MCI Kansas City
6h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$184Frontier
Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5
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8:43 pm - 3:10 pmMCI  Kansas City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
20h 27m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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11:38 am - 7:47 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MCI Kansas City
6h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$239Frontier
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 9:52 amMCI  Kansas City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:30 pm - 11:54 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MCI Kansas City
5h 24m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$269American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 10
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8:15 am - 12:33 pmMCI  Kansas City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 18m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:42 am - 7:53 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MCI Kansas City
7h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$269American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 10
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:29 amMCI  Kansas City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:29 am - 10:00 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MCI Kansas City
8h 31m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$311United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:03 pmMCI  Kansas City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 03m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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9:00 am - 4:22 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MCI Kansas City
5h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
$348United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Oct 29
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8:20 am - 11:35 amMCI  Kansas City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:35 pm - 1:25 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MCI Kansas City
5h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$369Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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7:00 pm - 10:20 pmMCI  Kansas City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:35 pm - 11:15 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MCI Kansas City
5h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$370Southwest
Mon, Dec 21 - Fri, Jan 8
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7:35 am - 12:20 pmMCI  Kansas City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 45m1 stop Salt Lake City
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1:20 pm - 11:17 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MCI Kansas City
7h 57m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$386Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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12:35 pm - 4:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 20m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
1:41 pm - 8:42 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MCI Kansas City
5h 01m1 stop Salt Lake City
$447Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Santa Ana flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Santa Ana start at $184. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $350 to $496. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $184 on Frontier.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Santa Ana, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Santa Ana?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Santa Ana at $346 round-trip.
  • October ($508) and July ($486) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Kansas City to Santa Ana the cheapest?

Flights from Kansas City to Santa Ana are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 48% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Kansas City to Santa Ana flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$135
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 20% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 18% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to Santa Ana

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

    Flights from Kansas City to Santa Ana usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kansas City to Santa Ana:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Kansas City to Santa Ana route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 23%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $361 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $466: a $105 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 expensive are last-minute Kansas City to Santa Ana flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 58% above the route average of $423. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to Santa Ana?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Santa Ana takes 0h 00m, covering 1,338 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 $184 to $1,586. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $204, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 23m, compared with 5h 40m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 5h 42m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and Santa Ana?

    Santa Ana is 2 hours behind Kansas City (Pacific Time vs Central 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 Kansas City to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Santa Ana range from $350 to $496, with an average of $423 over the past 12 months. Anything below $350 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Kansas City 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 $361 - about $105 less than Sunday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 48% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Santa Ana trip for January. Fares historically average $346 round-trip in that month - typically $162 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

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