Cheap flights from ORD to SNA (O'Hare Intl. to John Wayne)

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Cheap Flights from ORD to SNA starting at $125 One Way, $250 Round Trip

Prices starting at $250 for return flights and $125 for one-way flights to John Wayne were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30
ORD
Chicago
SNA
Orange County
$250 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$250
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 28 from Chicago to Orange County, returning Sun, Aug 30, priced at $250 found 1 hour ago
Thu, Jul 30 - Mon, Aug 3
ORD
Chicago
SNA
Orange County
$256 Roundtrip, just found
$256
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 30 from Chicago to Orange County, returning Mon, Aug 3, priced at $256 just found
Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 15
ORD
Chicago
SNA
Orange County
$260 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$260
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 8 from Chicago to Orange County, returning Sat, Aug 15, priced at $260 found 1 day ago
Wed, Jul 22 - Tue, Jul 28
ORD
Chicago
SNA
Orange County
$266 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$266
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 22 from Chicago to Orange County, returning Tue, Jul 28, priced at $266 found 19 hours ago
Sat, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 15
ORD
Chicago
SNA
Orange County
$270 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$270
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 1 from Chicago to Orange County, returning Sat, Aug 15, priced at $270 found 22 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near John Wayne

Airport Hotels near John Wayne

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

4 out of 5
4545 Macarthur Blvd Newport Beach CA
The price is $207 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$207 total
per night
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"The location and the staff !"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West
Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

4 out of 5
4500 Macarthur Blvd Newport Beach CA
The price is $207 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$207 total
per night
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy a free airport shuttle, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Attended here for an event and stayed for the weekend and for some reason, the waiters during the event were extremely rude to our children and the elderly. We had a suite, but for some reason, the AC did not work so we had to sleep with our balcony door open to get some cool air. The only ones that ..."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA
The price is $129 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$129 total
per night
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,312 reviews)
"Very efficient."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Orange County

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

3 out of 5
2726 S Grand Ave Santa Ana CA
The price is $154 total per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
$154 total
per night
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,486 reviews)
"My first time visiting Disneyland and the Hotel check in process was easy and the front desk was so very kind and also professional."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

2.5 out of 5
2701 Hotel Terrace Santa Ana CA
The price is $105 total per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
$105 total
per night
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,002 reviews)
"Clean up a little - broke Elevator.. property needs to be maintained better."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

4 out of 5
777 W Convention Way Anaheim CA
The price is $173 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$173 total
per night
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy 4 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,789 reviews)
"Clean rooms"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

Hilton Anaheim
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Orange County Hotels With Airport Transportation

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

2.5 out of 5
2701 Hotel Terrace Santa Ana CA
The price is $105 total per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
$105 total
per night
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,002 reviews)
"Clean up a little - broke Elevator.. property needs to be maintained better."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

2.5 out of 5
2700 Hotel Terrace Dr. Santa Ana CA
The price is $127 total per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
$127 total
per night
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,846 reviews)
"Nice place to stay with free on-site parking"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton

4 out of 5
201 E MacArthur Blvd Santa Ana CA
The price is $176 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$176 total
per night
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (757 reviews)
"Love this place- great service and rooms are clean"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Orange County Hotels

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA

2 out of 5
1623 East 1st Street Santa Ana CA
$79 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
$89 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Good cleaning and service staff, bad and aggressive management and maintenance staff."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA
West Coast Inn - Near Gem Theatre

West Coast Inn - Near Gem Theatre

2 out of 5
Santa Ana CA
Stay at this vacation home in Santa Ana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Anaheim Convention Center and Disney California ...
7/10 Good! (318 reviews)
"The motel is getting old, towels sheets look like dirty because too old. The TV didn't work at all. The coffeemaker isn't anymore."

Reviewed on May 19, 2026

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West Coast Inn - Near Gem Theatre
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

2.5 out of 5
2700 Hotel Terrace Dr. Santa Ana CA
$112 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
$127 total
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,846 reviews)
"Nice place to stay with free on-site parking"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Orange County

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport

3.5 out of 5
1325 East Dyer Road Santa Ana CA
The price is $134 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$134 total
per night
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
6.2/10 (2,099 reviews)
"👍"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

2.5 out of 5
2701 Hotel Terrace Santa Ana CA
The price is $105 total per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
$105 total
per night
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,002 reviews)
"Clean up a little - broke Elevator.. property needs to be maintained better."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

2.5 out of 5
2700 Hotel Terrace Dr. Santa Ana CA
The price is $127 total per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
$127 total
per night
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,846 reviews)
"Nice place to stay with free on-site parking"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

ORD to SNA Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
ORD Address & GPS
Address:
10000 West O'Hare
Chicago IL, 60666
United States
IATA Code:
ORD
Longitude:
-87.904876
Latitude:
41.976912
Time Zone:
America/Chicago
SNA Address & GPS
Address:
18601 Airport Way
Santa Ana CA, 92707
United States
IATA Code:
SNA
Longitude:
-117.860538
Latitude:
33.680201
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to SNA?
You won't have to swap planes on this route. Direct flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to John Wayne Airport are offered by several airlines. Hunt for a great deal and reserve your favorite seat with American Airlines or United Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from O'Hare Airport to SNA?
The shortest flight from ORD to John Wayne Airport (SNA) is 4 hours and 29 minutes. Order a refreshment from the drink trolley, write in your travel journal or make friends with your seat mate — you'll have the time on this medium-haul trip.
How many hours flight from O'Hare Airport to SNA?
Settle in and get comfortable, because the average flight time from O'Hare Airport to John Wayne Airport is 4 hours and 36 minutes. Watch a few movies, stick your nose in a book ... There's plenty of time to rest and relax.
What airlines have the most flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Escaping on vacation is one of life's greatest pleasures, but how you travel to your destination should be just as enjoyable. Think about booking your O'Hare Airport to SNA flight with American Airlines (AA). One of the most popular carriers, it offers 160 flights on this route every month. If that doesn't quite cut it for you, take a look at the airfares from United Airlines (UA). This airline is a terrific alternative and has 119 flights from Chicago to Santa Ana every month.

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