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Cheapest round-trip
$224
Typical prices: $298-$547
Frontier
Tue 11/6Thu 11/15
SNA - CVG • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$117
Typical prices: $143-$307
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/28
SNA - CVG • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Ana and Cincinnati. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $302 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Cincinnati (SNA-CVG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Cincinnati

Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 15
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7:56 pm - 3:21 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
16h 25m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
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5:57 pm - 7:11 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
28h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$224Frontier
Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 11
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7:56 pm - 3:21 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
16h 25m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
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4:32 pm - 1:16 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
23h 44m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$236Frontier
Sat, Jan 23 - Mon, Jan 25
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8:48 am - 7:56 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
8h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:39 am - 2:40 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$385American Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Nov 26
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11:38 am - 11:06 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
8h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:28 am - 11:52 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 24m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$385American Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Sat, Nov 14
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2:00 pm - 12:37 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
7h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:18 pm - 10:02 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 44m1 stop Salt Lake City
$385Delta
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 17
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12:59 pm - 10:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 56m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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7:00 am - 11:48 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$385Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 31
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8:25 am - 8:25 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
9h 00m2 stops San Jose Chicago Midway
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1:25 pm - 6:30 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 05m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$390Southwest
Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23
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10:00 am - 9:25 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
8h 25m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Nashville Intl
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3:35 pm - 10:10 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 35m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$395Southwest
Wed, Dec 16 - Fri, Jan 1
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10:20 am - 10:21 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
9h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:07 am - 12:10 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 03m1 stop San Francisco
$397United Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Sat, Jan 2
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6:11 pm - 6:11 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
9h 00m1 stop San Francisco
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7:07 am - 12:10 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 03m1 stop San Francisco
$501United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Cincinnati 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 Santa Ana to Cincinnati?

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Cincinnati typically range from $298 to $547. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $224, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Cincinnati. It’s 36% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 46% higher.

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

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Cincinnati at $292 round-trip.
•December ($559) and March ($557) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 91% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Santa Ana to Cincinnati flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$117
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 132% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Ana to Cincinnati

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Cincinnati

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Cincinnati takes 00m, covering 1,872 miles.

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

    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 Cincinnati flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Cincinnati range from $298 to $547, with an average of $420 over the past 12 months. Anything below $298 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Santa Ana to Cincinnati?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $244 round-trip, compared to $302 via a layover through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Santa Ana to Cincinnati?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $39–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Santa Ana to Cincinnati?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Allegiant Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Ana to Cincinnati 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 $224 to $2,097. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Cincinnati are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $179, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG)?

    Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Santa Ana to Cincinnati usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 56% on flights from Santa Ana to Cincinnati. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $272 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $616, a difference of $344.

    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 Cincinnati?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 33m, compared with 6h 45m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 49m via Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Cincinnati?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cincinnati are Great American Ballpark, Paycor Stadium and Heritage Bank Center. These are among the most viewed places in Cincinnati on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to Cincinnati 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $272, about $344 less than Monday fares (56% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Cincinnati trip for June. Fares historically average $292 round-trip in that month - typically $267 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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