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$206+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Columbia (SMF - 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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — CAE
mar. 8 — mar. 151
sáb. 3/8
sáb. 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Columbia (CAE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated marzo 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$314
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$206
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$685
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
vie. 4/47:26 pmSMF - CAE
2 stops9h 55mAmerican Airlines
lun. 4/74:51 pmCAE - SMF
1 stop10h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/1$314
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/246:00 amSMF - CAE
2 stops12h 53mDelta
lun. 7/285:15 pmCAE - SMF
2 stops9h 19mDelta
Deal found 3/2$467
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.
mié. 5/287:35 pmSMF - CAE
2 stops11h 24mUnited Airlines
sáb. 5/317:49 pmCAE - SMF
2 stops16h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$473
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.
mar. 7/2212:57 pmSMF - CAE
3 stops27h 19mAlaska Airlines
mar. 8/1911:06 amCAE - SMF
2 stops25h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,058

Find flights from Sacramento to Columbia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 marzo 3, 2025.

Fly from

Sacramento

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

vie. 4/4

7:26 pm-8:21 am

2 stops9h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

lun. 4/7

4:51 pm-12:26 am

1 stop10h 35m

$314

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

jue. 7/24

6:00 am-9:53 pm

2 stops12h 53m

Columbia Metropolitan

lun. 7/28

5:15 pm-11:34 pm

2 stops9h 19m

$467

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

mié. 5/28

7:35 pm-9:59 am

2 stops11h 24m

Columbia Metropolitan

sáb. 5/31

7:49 pm-9:31 am

2 stops16h 42m

$473

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

mar. 7/22

12:57 pm-7:16 pm

3 stops27h 19m

Columbia Metropolitan

mar. 8/19

11:06 am-9:48 am

2 stops25h 42m

$1,058

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

mar. 4/1

2:38 pm-12:13 am

1 stop6h 35m

$206

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

mar. 4/1

1:57 pm-1:12 pm

3 stops20h 15m

$295

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

mar. 4/29

7:00 am-6:59 pm

3 stops32h 59m

$428

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Deals found on 3/3

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Columbia in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Columbia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Columbia

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Columbia

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 marzo 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sacramento to Columbia in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 4% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 marzo 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Sacramento to Columbia by reading reviews from past customers. 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
9,710 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
9,710 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,710 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
8,068 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,710 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
8,679 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,710 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
9,710 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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 Sacramento to Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Columbia round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Sacramento to Columbia is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $314 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $467 and $473 round-trip. American Airlines is currently priced 40% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $206 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $295 and $428, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Columbia?

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 marzo 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$255Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$312Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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