Cheap Flights from Santa Ana John Wayne to Chicago Midway

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Santa Ana John Wayne Airport to Chicago Midway Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $559. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana John Wayne to Chicago Midway

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Santa Ana John Wayne to Chicago Midway flights are currently cheapest in July.

Santa Ana John Wayne to Chicago Midway: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Santa Ana John Wayne to Chicago below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chicago Midway.

Santa Ana to Chicago: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$543
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Santa Ana John Wayne to Chicago Midway: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Santa Ana John Wayne to Chicago Midway is $543. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Santa Ana John Wayne to Chicago Midway. But we found flights with one or more stops from $543.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Santa Ana John Wayne to Chicago Midway.
The cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana John Wayne to Chicago Midway is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Santa Ana John Wayne Airport to Chicago Midway Airport on Tuesday, 7 July 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Santa Ana John Wayne Airport and Chicago Midway Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago Midway but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago Midway.

Flying from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): what you need to know

  • Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Chicago two hours ahead of Santa Ana.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SNA to MDW flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from John Wayne Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between SNA and MDW include:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • At the moment, $262 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $544. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SNA to MDW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from SNA to MDW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from John Wayne Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about John Wayne Airport (SNA)

  • SNA is located at 18601 Airport Way.

  • John Wayne Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SNA land at their destination as scheduled 81.53% of the time.

  • John Wayne Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near SNA? If you're boarding an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • If you're coming in on a late John Wayne Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near MDW:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's main sights.

  • Reserving your ride from Chicago Midway International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago

  • You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.

  • From Chicago Midway International Airport, Chicago is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting there by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

When to fly to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from John Wayne Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Chicago in May.

  • Book your flight from John Wayne Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Chicago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SNA to MDW sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.

  • Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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