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$278+ Cheap flights from California to Columbia, MO (COU)

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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — COU
Mar 3 — Mar 101
Tue 3/3
Tue 3/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Columbia

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 February 1, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Wed 2/2511:30 am
SAN
-
COU
1 stop6h 54m
United Airlines
Tue 3/39:00 am
COU
-
SAN
1 stop8h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/30$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 4/2412:45 am
SFO
-
COU
1 stop8h 10m
United Airlines
Wed 4/293:23 pm
COU
-
SFO
1 stop7h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/30$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Sat 2/1410:45 am
LAX
-
COU
1 stop8h 48m
United Airlines
Wed 2/189:00 am
COU
-
LAX
1 stop8h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/30$328
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Tue 9/110:50 am
SMF
-
COU
2 stops11h 40m
United Airlines
Sat 9/55:00 am
COU
-
SMF
1 stop8h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Sat 2/1411:30 am
SAN
-
COU
1 stop6h 54m
United Airlines
Wed 2/183:10 pm
COU
-
SAN
2 stops10h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/30$334
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Mon 2/236:20 am
SAN
-
COU
1 stop11h 59m
American Airlines
Mon 3/210:08 am
COU
-
SAN
1 stop14h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/30$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 10/2812:40 pm
LAX
-
COU
1 stop6h 35m
United Airlines
Sat 10/313:16 pm
COU
-
LAX
1 stop9h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$358
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/2511:10 am
SNA
-
COU
1 stop7h 14m
United Airlines
Sat 2/2811:15 am
COU
-
SNA
2 stops12h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Sat 4/256:00 am
SFO
-
COU
1 stop7h 59m
American Airlines
Wed 4/2910:02 am
COU
-
SFO
2 stops11h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/30$368
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Mon 2/236:10 pm
SAN
-
COU
2 stops14h 23m
United Airlines
Mon 3/211:15 am
COU
-
SAN
2 stops14h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/30$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 2/288:50 am
SJC
-
COU
2 stops10h 43m
United Airlines
Sat 3/72:41 pm
COU
-
SJC
1 stop10h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Tue 2/1712:25 am
LAX
-
COU
1 stop8h 08m
United Airlines
Mon 2/2311:15 am
COU
-
LAX
1 stop9h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31$383

Find flight deals from California to Columbia

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Round-trip from

$278
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($168 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 February 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Columbia that are best for you.

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San DiegoColumbia

SAN - COU

SANCOU

San Diego

Wed 2/25

11:30 am-8:24 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Columbia Regional

Tue 3/3

9:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$278

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - COU

SFOCOU

San Francisco

Fri 4/24

12:45 am-10:55 am

1 stop8h 10m

Columbia Regional

Wed 4/29

3:23 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$298

Los AngelesColumbia

LAX - COU

LAXCOU

Los Angeles

Sat 2/14

10:45 am-9:33 pm

1 stop8h 48m

Columbia Regional

Wed 2/18

9:00 am-3:26 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$328

San DiegoColumbia

SAN - COU

SANCOU

San Diego

Sat 2/14

11:30 am-8:24 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Columbia Regional

Wed 2/18

3:10 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$334

San DiegoColumbia

SAN - COU

SANCOU

San Diego

Mon 2/23

6:20 am-8:19 pm

1 stop11h 59m

Columbia Regional

Mon 3/2

10:08 am-10:34 pm

1 stop14h 26m

$344

Los AngelesColumbia

LAX - COU

LAXCOU

Los Angeles

Tue 2/24

12:25 am-10:33 am

1 stop8h 08m

Columbia Regional

Tue 3/3

9:00 am-3:26 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$358

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - COU

SNACOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/25

11:10 am-8:24 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Columbia Regional

Sat 2/28

11:15 am-9:27 pm

2 stops12h 12m

$364

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - COU

SFOCOU

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

6:00 am-3:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Columbia Regional

Wed 4/29

10:02 am-7:04 pm

2 stops11h 02m

$368

San DiegoColumbia

SAN - COU

SANCOU

San Diego

Mon 2/23

6:10 pm-10:33 am

2 stops14h 23m

Columbia Regional

Mon 3/2

11:15 am-11:40 pm

2 stops14h 25m

$369

San JoseColumbia

SJC - COU

SJCCOU

San Jose

Sat 2/28

8:50 am-9:33 pm

2 stops10h 43m

Columbia Regional

Sat 3/7

2:41 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$377

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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, Missouri?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Columbia, Missouri (average of $258). Flying from California to Columbia, Missouri in April is currently the most expensive (average of $520). 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.

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?

    If you book a flight to Columbia from California, you will be flying to Columbia Regional, which is the city’s only airport. Columbia Regional (COU) is located 11.1 mi from the center of Columbia.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Columbia, Missouri in 6h 54m. Fly via United Airlines or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1456 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The most popular flight routes from California to Columbia, Missouri are Los Angeles - Columbia Regional, Ontario - Columbia Regional and Sacramento Intl - Columbia Regional.

  • 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, Missouri?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Columbia, Missouri (average of $258). Flying from California to Columbia, Missouri in April is currently the most expensive (average of $520). 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 California to Columbia

Discover the top 2 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 February 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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