SNA - CMI

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Cheapest round-trip
$575
Typical prices: $790-$882
American Airlines
Mon 11/26Mon 12/3
SNA - CMI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$282
Typical prices: $371-$494
American Airlines
Tue 11/27
SNA - CMI • 1 stop
Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $790 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Champaign (SNA-CMI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Champaign

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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8:09 am - 11:38 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CMI Champaign University-Willard
25h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:59 am - 10:48 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$575American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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9:55 am - 11:38 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CMI Champaign University-Willard
23h 43m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:11 am - 2:04 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$581American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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8:09 am - 11:38 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CMI Champaign University-Willard
25h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:59 am - 10:48 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$600American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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9:55 am - 11:38 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CMI Champaign University-Willard
23h 43m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:59 am - 10:48 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$606American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
American Airlines Logo
8:09 am - 11:38 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CMI Champaign University-Willard
25h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:59 am - 10:48 amCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$630American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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9:55 am - 11:38 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CMI Champaign University-Willard
23h 43m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:58 am - 10:33 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
12h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$756American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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9:55 am - 11:38 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CMI Champaign University-Willard
23h 43m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:58 am - 10:33 pmCMI  Champaign University-Willard-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
12h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$806American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Champaign flights

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Champaign typically range from $790 to $882. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $575, on American Airlines.

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$282
One-way flight from Santa Ana to Champaign

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Champaign

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Your Santa Ana to Champaign 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 Santa Ana to Champaign?

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

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Santa Ana to Champaign. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 24m and 7h 42m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Santa Ana to Champaign changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $575 to $806. That means the highest observed fare was about 40% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Champaign are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $688, which is 39% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Champaign University-Willard Airport (CMI)?

    Champaign University-Willard Airport (CMI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $90 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • National

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

    Flights from Santa Ana to Champaign usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Champaign University-Willard (CMI).

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

    Connecting flights from Santa Ana to Champaign most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 50% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Santa Ana to Champaign. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $790 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $882, a difference of $92.

    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 Santa Ana to Champaign?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 24m, compared with 7h 42m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    Champaign is 2 hours ahead of Santa Ana (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to Champaign 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $790, about $92 less than Friday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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