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Cheapest round-trip
$277
Typical prices: $436-$728
Southwest
Sun 12/2Wed 12/5
SNA - CHS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$152
Typical prices: $248-$439
Delta
Fri 10/26
SNA - CHS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Ana and Charleston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $476 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Charleston (SNA-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Charleston

Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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10:40 am - 9:40 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
8h 00m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field
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6:40 am - 2:10 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 30m2 stops Nashville Intl Austin Bergstrom
$277Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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10:40 am - 9:40 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
8h 00m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field
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10:45 am - 6:20 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 35m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$278Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 15
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9:00 pm - 9:14 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
9h 14m1 stop Newark
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4:58 pm - 10:26 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$300United Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Jan 28
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6:45 am - 4:51 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
7h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:30 am - 11:13 amCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$300Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 9:21 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
8h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:57 pm - 8:19 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 22m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$331United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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8:19 am - 4:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
29h 36m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:30 am - 4:15 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
12h 45m2 stops Syracuse Hancock Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$417Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:45 am - 5:17 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
31h 32m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:20 pm - 10:03 amCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
18h 43m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$429Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
Delta Logo
6:13 pm - 10:14 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
13h 01m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:18 pm - 10:18 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$433Delta
Thu, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 9
American Airlines Logo
12:01 pm - 10:35 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
7h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:29 pm - 9:17 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 48m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$450American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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12:01 pm - 10:33 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
7h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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3:41 pm - 10:29 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$462American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Charleston flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Charleston start at $277. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $436 to $728. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $277 on Southwest.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Charleston, it is 17% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 47% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Charleston at $378 round-trip.
•November ($789) and December ($676) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 108% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Santa Ana to Charleston flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$152
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
Flight from Santa Ana to Charleston

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Charleston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Ana to Charleston based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Santa Ana to Charleston flight questions, answered

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Charleston takes 0h 00m, covering 2,172 miles.

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

    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 Santa Ana to Charleston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Charleston range from $436 to $728, with an average of $534 over the past 12 months. Anything below $436 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Ana to Charleston 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 $377 to $2,765. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Charleston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $205, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Charleston Airport (CHS)?

    Charleston Airport (CHS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Economy Rent a Car
    • Avis
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Santa Ana to Charleston usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 44% on the Santa Ana to Charleston route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $446 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $789, a difference of $343. 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 Charleston?

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 12m, compared with 7h 21m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 32m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

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

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to Charleston 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 Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $446 - about $343 less than Monday (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Charleston trip for September. Fares historically average $378 round-trip in that month - typically $411 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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