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$109+ Cheap flights from California to Columbia (CAE)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheap flight deals from California to Columbia

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Round-trip from

$234
(Priceline)

One-way from

$109
(American Airlines)

Popular in

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September

Average price

$556
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Cheapest flights from California to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/310:00 pmLAX - CAE
1 stop10h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/612:17 pmCAE - LAX
1 stop8h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$234
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/266:15 amSAN - CAE
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/284:51 pmCAE - SAN
1 stop10h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$263
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/191:32 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/224:51 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop9h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2812:55 amLAS - CAE
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Sun 6/11:43 pmCAE - LAS
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Deal found 3/27$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1612:52 pmLAS - CAE
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/224:14 pmCAE - LAS
2 stops9h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/910:30 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Sat 5/175:46 pmCAE - SAN
1 stop8h 56mDelta
Deal found 3/27$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/89:30 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop9h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/132:50 pmCAE - SAN
1 stop8h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$304
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1912:07 pmONT - CAE
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Sat 4/265:06 pmCAE - ONT
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Deal found 3/27$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1911:55 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop8h 48mDelta
Tue 4/223:04 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop8h 11mDelta
Deal found 3/27$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1611:12 amSMF - CAE
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/195:25 amCAE - SMF
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2210:45 pmFAT - CAE
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Tue 4/293:04 pmCAE - FAT
1 stop9h 10mDelta
Deal found 3/27$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/227:12 pmFAT - CAE
2 stops10h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/294:51 pmCAE - FAT
1 stop10h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$314

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Columbia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoColumbia

SAN - CAE

SANCAE

San Diego

Sat 4/26

6:15 am-3:49 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 4/28

4:51 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$263

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Sat 4/19

1:32 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 4/22

4:51 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$279

Las VegasColumbia

LAS - CAE

LASCAE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/28

12:55 am-10:44 am

1 stop6h 49m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/1

1:43 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$289

Las VegasColumbia

LAS - CAE

LASCAE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 4/16

12:52 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 4/22

4:14 pm-10:38 pm

2 stops9h 24m

$294

San DiegoColumbia

SAN - CAE

SANCAE

San Diego

Fri 5/9

10:30 pm-10:00 am

1 stop8h 30m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 5/17

5:46 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$303

San DiegoColumbia

SAN - CAE

SANCAE

San Diego

Thu 5/8

9:30 pm-9:51 am

1 stop9h 21m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 5/13

2:50 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$304

OntarioColumbia

ONT - CAE

ONTCAE

Ontario

Sat 4/19

12:07 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 4/26

5:06 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$309

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Sat 4/19

11:55 pm-11:43 am

1 stop8h 48m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 4/22

3:04 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$309

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/16

11:12 am-10:54 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 4/19

5:25 am-10:16 am

1 stop7h 51m

$309

FresnoColumbia

FAT - CAE

FATCAE

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 4/22

10:45 pm-9:42 am

1 stop7h 57m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 4/29

3:04 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$309

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Best time to book a flight from California to Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Columbia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from California to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Columbia as you normally would.

Rainfall in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 5.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.5 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Columbia. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Columbia, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,881 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Columbia from California?

    Most people fly into Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) if they book a flight to Columbia from California. Metropolitan is conveniently located just 6.5 mi from Columbia’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Columbia one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Columbia are American Airlines ($109), Spirit Airlines ($159), and Delta ($159).

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Columbia?

    The most popular route from California to Columbia is Los Angeles - Columbia Metropolitan. You may also consider San Diego - Columbia Metropolitan or Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Columbia Metropolitan.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Columbia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Columbia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Columbia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Columbia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from California to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from California to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from California to Columbia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$238Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$255Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$282Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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