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$462+ Cheap flights from Orange County to Columbia, MO (COU)

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 11/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — COU
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Orange County to Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Orange County to Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$462
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$462
(United Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$471
From Orange County to Columbia Regional
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($67 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 11% potential price decrease ($65 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 August 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/26:45 amSNA - COU
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/612:28 pmCOU - SNA
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$462
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Sat 9/2711:35 amSNA - COU
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/14:23 pmCOU - SNA
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$472
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 8/2511:34 amSNA - COU
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/612:28 pmCOU - SNA
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$501
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/1711:35 amSNA - COU
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/216:12 pmCOU - SNA
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$504
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/189:15 amSNA - COU
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/216:12 pmCOU - SNA
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$533

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orange County to Columbia that are best for you.

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Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - COU

SNACOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/2

6:45 am-4:38 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Columbia Regional

Sat 9/6

12:28 pm-6:06 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$462

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - COU

SNACOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 9/27

11:35 am-8:21 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Columbia Regional

Wed 10/1

4:23 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$472

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - COU

SNACOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 11/24

1:30 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$462

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Deals found on 8/18

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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 August 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Orange County to Columbia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BNA - ORD

My flight was 8 hours delayed, so I missed my connecting flight to Dublin. I understand it’s not the staff’s fault but the lack of sympathy and apology was appalling. I had been sat in the airport since 4am until 3pm and they did not seem understanding. Not good. Need better customer service.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BNA - ORD

My flight was 8 hours delayed, so I missed my connecting flight to Dublin. I understand it’s not the staff’s fault but the lack of sympathy and apology was appalling. I had been sat in the airport since 4am until 3pm and they did not seem understanding. Not good. Need better customer service.

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?

    For a flight from Orange County to Columbia, you will be flying into Columbia Regional. Columbia Regional (COU) is just 11.1 mi from the center of the city.

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

    For as low as $462, American Airlines can have you in Columbia, Missouri from Orange County in 7h 53m. Orange County and Columbia, Missouri are separated by a distance of 1466 mi.

  • 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, Missouri?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Columbia, Missouri (average of $362). Flying from Orange County to Columbia, Missouri in March is currently the most expensive (average of $569). 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 Orange County to Columbia

Discover the top airline 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$392Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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