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$149+ Cheap flights from California to Columbia (CAE)

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LAX — CAE
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Columbia

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$267
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$480
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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 April 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 9/1710:52 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/246:20 pmCAE - SAN
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/316:00 amLAS - CAE
1 stop6h 00mDelta
Sun 8/32:59 pmCAE - LAS
1 stop8h 39mDelta
Deal found 4/17$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 6/2511:01 pmLAS - CAE
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/42:30 pmCAE - LAS
2 stops8h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/1310:30 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop9h 14mDelta
Fri 5/165:55 pmCAE - SAN
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Deal found 4/17$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sun 5/117:45 amSNA - CAE
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Sun 5/185:55 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Deal found 4/17$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 6/311:59 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Sat 6/711:47 amCAE - SFO
1 stop8h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/16$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/2810:30 pmSMF - CAE
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Sat 5/315:55 pmCAE - SMF
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/16$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/1410:39 amFAT - CAE
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/185:24 amCAE - FAT
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$309
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/319:24 pmLAS - CAE
1 stop14h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/31:14 pmCAE - LAS
2 stops29h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$310
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/79:59 amLAX - CAE
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/145:30 pmCAE - LAX
2 stops16h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sun 5/119:30 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop9h 21mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/1410:26 amCAE - SAN
2 stops11h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 7/110:05 pmONT - CAE
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Fri 7/45:36 pmCAE - ONT
2 stops8h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/16$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 April 17, 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

Sun 5/11

11:58 am-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 56m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 5/14

2:37 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$267

Las VegasColumbia

LAS - CAE

LASCAE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/31

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 8/3

2:59 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$273

Las VegasColumbia

LAS - CAE

LASCAE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 6/25

11:01 pm-8:25 am

1 stop6h 24m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 7/4

2:30 pm-8:13 pm

2 stops8h 43m

$294

San DiegoColumbia

SAN - CAE

SANCAE

San Diego

Tue 5/13

10:30 pm-10:44 am

1 stop9h 14m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 5/16

5:55 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$307

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/11

7:45 am-4:59 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 5/18

5:55 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$309

FresnoColumbia

FAT - CAE

FATCAE

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 5/14

10:39 am-10:23 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 5/18

5:24 am-9:43 am

1 stop7h 19m

$309

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

11:59 pm-9:20 am

1 stop6h 21m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 6/7

11:47 am-5:33 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$309

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/28

10:30 pm-9:23 am

1 stop7h 53m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 5/31

5:55 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$309

Las VegasColumbia

LAS - CAE

LASCAE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/31

9:24 pm-2:41 pm

1 stop14h 17m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 8/3

1:14 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops29h 21m

$310

Los AngelesColumbia

LAX - CAE

LAXCAE

Los Angeles

Sat 6/7

9:59 am-2:59 pm

2 stops26h 00m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 6/14

5:30 pm-6:54 am

2 stops16h 24m

$311

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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 April 17, 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 April 17, 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
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,926 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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 Delta ($149), American Airlines ($174), and United Airlines ($195).

  • 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 Ontario - 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$225Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$238Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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