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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $367-$564
American Airlines
Wed 12/12Sat 12/15
MSN - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$333
Typical prices: $332-$417
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/10
MSN - SNA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Madison and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 48% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $426 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Madison to Santa Ana (MSN-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Madison to Santa Ana

Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
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2:55 pm - 7:02 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 07m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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1:20 pm - 9:38 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
2:50 pm - 10:21 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 31m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
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12:59 pm - 9:24 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 25m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$344Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
3:52 pm - 10:30 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:20 am - 7:42 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSN Madison Truax Field
7h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$349United Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
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4:01 pm - 9:30 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:12 pm - 10:01 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$349American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 7:02 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 07m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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1:20 pm - 9:38 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$349American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 1:20 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:59 pm - 9:24 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 25m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$349Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 4:20 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
12h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
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8:00 am - 10:52 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSN Madison Truax Field
12h 52m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 6:54 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 59m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:10 pm - 9:38 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSN Madison Truax Field
7h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$349American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 11:37 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:05 am - 9:15 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSN Madison Truax Field
8h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$354United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 11:37 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 9:15 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MSN Madison Truax Field
8h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$364United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Madison 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 Madison to Santa Ana?

Round-trip flights from Madison to Santa Ana typically range from $367 to $564. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madison to Santa Ana. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 74% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Madison to Santa Ana at $328 round-trip.
•December ($608) and April ($556) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 85% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Madison to Santa Ana the cheapest?

Flights from Madison to Santa Ana are cheapest 13 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.

Key details for Madison to Santa Ana flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$333
Beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 26% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Madison to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Madison to Santa Ana

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Madison to Santa Ana takes 00m, covering 1,666 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Madison to Santa Ana range from $367 to $564, with an average of $461 over the past 12 months. Anything below $367 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $461 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Madison 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 $349 to $2,066. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Madison to Santa Ana are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $391.

  • 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 Madison to Santa Ana?

    Flights from Madison to Santa Ana usually depart from Madison Truax Field (MSN) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Madison to Santa Ana. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $398 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $804, a difference of $406.

    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 Madison to Santa Ana?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 03m, compared with 6h 19m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 6h 48m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Santa Ana is 2 hours behind Madison (Pacific Time vs Central 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 Madison 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $398, about $406 less than Sunday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 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 Madison to Santa Ana trip for October. Fares historically average $328 round-trip in that month - typically $280 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.

    • 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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