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$369+ Cheap flights from Orange County to Columbia (CAE)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — CAE
Mar 9 — Mar 161
Sun 3/9
Sun 3/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Orange County to Columbia

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Round-trip from

$369
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September

Average price

$516
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Cheapest flights from Orange County to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orange County to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 4, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 3/183:11 pmSNA - CAE
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/225:56 amCAE - SNA
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/3$369
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/126:55 pmSNA - CAE
2 stops11h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/167:30 pmCAE - SNA
2 stops25h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$607
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/124:56 pmSNA - CAE
2 stops24h 55mAlaska Airlines
Sun 3/162:46 pmCAE - SNA
3 stops21h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2$983

Find flights from Orange County to Columbia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Orange County 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 4, 2025.

Fly from

Orange County

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/18

3:11 pm-12:13 am

1 stop6h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 3/22

5:56 am-11:42 am

1 stop8h 46m

$369

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/12

6:55 pm-9:50 am

2 stops11h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 3/16

7:30 pm-5:59 pm

2 stops25h 29m

$607

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/12

4:56 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 3/16

2:46 pm-9:28 am

3 stops21h 42m

$983

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/10

6:18 pm-9:50 am

2 stops12h 32m

$450

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/8

1:13 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$535

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Deals found on 3/3

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Travel insights for flights from Orange County to Columbia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Orange County to Columbia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Orange County 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 KFI to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Orange County 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 4, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Orange County 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 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Orange County to Columbia, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,713 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
9,713 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,713 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
8,061 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,713 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
8,678 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,713 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
9,713 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 Orange County 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 Orange County?

    Columbia Metropolitan (CAE), located 6.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Orange County to Columbia.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Orange County to Columbia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orange County 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 Orange County to Columbia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Orange County 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 2 airlines flying from Orange County to Columbia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Orange County 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$318Average$843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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