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$258+ Cheap flights from Columbia, MO (COU) to California

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 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
COU — LAX
Nov 1 — Nov 81
Sat 11/1
Sat 11/8
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 2, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/89:00 amCOU - LAX
1 stop8h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/106:00 amLAX - COU
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/1$258
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/159:01 amCOU - LAX
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/1812:34 pmLAX - COU
1 stop6h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/1$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 10/169:01 amCOU - LAX
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/1812:34 pmLAX - COU
1 stop6h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/30$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/172:52 pmCOU - SFO
1 stop8h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/2112:55 pmSFO - COU
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/1$328
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 11/233:02 pmCOU - LAX
1 stop7h 56mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/286:00 amLAX - COU
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/30$338
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/411:52 amCOU - SAN
1 stop10h 53mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/106:15 amSAN - COU
1 stop13h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/2$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 11/124:30 pmCOU - LAX
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1712:45 amLAX - COU
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/30$370
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Fri 10/316:01 amCOU - SAN
1 stop10h 09mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/36:19 amSAN - COU
1 stop10h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/1$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Wed 11/124:30 pmCOU - SNA
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/188:30 amSNA - COU
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/1$392
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Sat 11/82:05 pmCOU - LAX
1 stop8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/912:45 amLAX - COU
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/1$421
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/42:52 pmCOU - LAX
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/511:00 amLAX - COU
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/2$428
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/181:49 pmCOU - LAS
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/2111:43 amLAS - COU
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/2$430

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia to California 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 October 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to California that are best for you.

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ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Thu 12/4

9:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/8

6:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$258

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Sat 11/8

9:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/10

6:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$258

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Wed 10/15

9:01 am-3:00 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/18

12:34 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$308

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Thu 10/16

9:01 am-3:00 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/18

12:34 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$319

ColumbiaSan Francisco

COU - SFO

COUSFO

Columbia Regional

Fri 10/17

2:52 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop8h 28m

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

12:55 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$328

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Fri 11/28

8:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/2

6:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$338

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Wed 11/12

8:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/18

10:15 am-9:19 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$338

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Fri 11/28

8:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/3

11:02 am-8:51 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$338

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Sun 11/23

3:02 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Los Angeles

Fri 11/28

6:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$338

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Thu 11/27

8:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/2

11:02 am-8:51 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$338

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia, Missouri to California (average of $246). Flying from Columbia, Missouri to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $324). 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 COU to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 2, 2025.

When flying from Columbia, Missouri to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated October 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from Columbia to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,033 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

LHR - SAN

This was the best flight I have experienced in all the years I have been f doing this journey with BA. Flight, food and service A1. Well done BA.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,033 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,033 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

LHR - SAN

This was the best flight I have experienced in all the years I have been f doing this journey with BA. Flight, food and service A1. Well done BA.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbia to California. 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 from for flights from Columbia to California?

    Most people fly from Columbia Regional (COU) if they book a flight from Columbia to California. Columbia Regional is conveniently located just 11.1 mi from Columbia’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbia, Missouri to California?

    Airlines like United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Columbia, Missouri to California in about 6h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 20m. The distance between Columbia, Missouri and California is about 1489 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Columbia, Missouri to California are Columbia Regional - San Diego, Columbia Regional - Los Angeles and Columbia Regional - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbia to California 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 Columbia, Missouri to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia, Missouri to California (average of $246). Flying from Columbia, Missouri to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $324). 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 airline flying from Columbia to California

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Columbia to California. 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 October 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$370Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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