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Cheapest round-trip
$357
Typical prices: $444-$755
American Airlines
Mon 1/22Thu 1/25
SNA - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$186
Typical prices: $248-$439
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/13
SNA - CHS • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
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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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 13% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $556 (round-trip)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 7h 13m (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

Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
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12:10 pm - 10:26 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
7h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:46 pm - 10:12 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 26m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$357American Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 23
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10:45 am - 10:26 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
8h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 2:10 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$357American Airlines
Sat, Feb 13 - Thu, Feb 18
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7:15 am - 6:11 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
7h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 11:18 amCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
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7:15 am - 6:17 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
8h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:01 am - 11:20 amCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Tue, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 23
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6:05 pm - 11:08 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
14h 03m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:42 pm - 8:23 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 41m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$362United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
7:42 pm - 11:03 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
12h 21m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:18 pm - 9:09 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 51m1 stop Denver Intl
$362United Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
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7:30 am - 7:10 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
8h 40m2 stops Sacramento Intl Nashville Intl
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6:40 am - 2:25 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 45m2 stops Nashville Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$367Southwest
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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9:45 am - 4:20 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 35m2 stops Nashville Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$367Southwest
Thu, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 9
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7:30 am - 10:10 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
11h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Akron/Canton
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7:05 am - 3:03 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 58m2 stops Akron/Canton Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$458Breeze Airways
Thu, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 9
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7:30 am - 10:10 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CHS Charleston
11h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Akron/Canton
Breeze Airways Logo
7:05 am - 3:03 pmCHS  Charleston-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 58m2 stops Akron/Canton Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$462Breeze Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Charleston flights

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Charleston typically range from $444 to $755. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $357, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Charleston. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 36% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Charleston at $488 round-trip.
•November ($789) and October ($715) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Santa Ana to Charleston flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$186
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 88% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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 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 $444 to $755, with an average of $558 over the past 12 months. Anything below $444 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $293, which is 10% 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 averaging $78 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) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Santa Ana to Charleston. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $444 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $759, a difference of $315.

    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 13m, compared with 7h 14m 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 are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $444, about $315 less than Thursday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Charleston trip for March. Fares historically average $488 round-trip in that month - typically $301 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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