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$245+ Cheap flights from Fresno to Columbia (FAT - 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 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAT — CAE
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Fresno to Columbia

Cheapest flights from Fresno to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fresno to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/188:15 amFAT - CAE
2 stops13h 11mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/256:20 amCAE - FAT
2 stops13h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$599
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/199:00 amFAT - CAE
2 stops12h 26mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/212:30 pmCAE - FAT
2 stops12h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$623
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/187:15 pmFAT - CAE
2 stops12h 27mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/256:00 amCAE - FAT
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$663
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/258:15 amFAT - CAE
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/297:46 pmCAE - FAT
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$757
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/259:00 amFAT - CAE
2 stops12h 26mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/296:20 amCAE - FAT
1 stop19h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$758
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/1912:34 pmFAT - CAE
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/216:00 amCAE - FAT
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$809
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sun 12/1412:32 pmFAT - CAE
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/176:21 amCAE - FAT
2 stops12h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,188

Find flight deals from Fresno to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fresno (FAT) 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$459
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$245
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$696
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One-way flight from Fresno Airterminal to Columbia Metropolitan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($86 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fresno 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fresno to Columbia that are best for you.

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Fresno

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

FresnoColumbia

FAT - CAE

FATCAE

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 1/28

9:00 am-11:44 pm

2 stops11h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/31

10:10 am-9:51 pm

2 stops14h 41m

$439

FresnoColumbia

FAT - CAE

FATCAE

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 1/8

9:00 am-11:44 pm

2 stops11h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/10

10:10 am-5:46 pm

2 stops10h 36m

$493

FresnoColumbia

FAT - CAE

FATCAE

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 1/9

6:06 pm-10:17 am

2 stops13h 11m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/11

8:00 am-5:46 pm

2 stops12h 46m

$502

FresnoColumbia

FAT - CAE

FATCAE

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 12/25

8:15 am-7:16 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 12/29

7:46 pm-12:13 am

1 stop7h 27m

$757

FresnoColumbia

FAT - CAE

FATCAE

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 12/25

9:00 am-12:26 am

2 stops12h 26m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 12/29

6:20 am-10:43 pm

1 stop19h 23m

$758

FresnoColumbia

FAT - CAE

FATCAE

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 12/25

5:15 am-6:59 pm

2 stops10h 44m

$245

FresnoColumbia

FAT - CAE

FATCAE

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 12/25

5:31 pm-8:16 am

3 stops35h 45m

$265

FresnoColumbia

FAT - CAE

FATCAE

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 12/24

5:12 pm-9:45 am

2 stops13h 33m

$305

FresnoColumbia

FAT - CAE

FATCAE

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 12/21

9:40 am-8:18 am

3 stops43h 38m

$323

FresnoColumbia

FAT - CAE

FATCAE

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 12/23

8:15 am-7:10 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$431

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Deals found on 12/10

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Compare providers for flights from Fresno to Columbia

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Fresno to Columbia in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Fresno-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Fresno-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Fresno-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Fresno-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Fresno-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 Fresno to Columbia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbia from Fresno with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Fresno to Columbia

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to Columbia (average of $173). Flying from Fresno to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $372). 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 FAT to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Fresno 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 December 12, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 35% on flights from Fresno to Columbia by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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 December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Fresno to Columbia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Fresno to Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Fresno to Columbia?

    United Airlines can get you from Fresno to Columbia in just under 11h 44m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Fresno to Columbia is about 2167 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $284, Delta will fly you from Fresno to Columbia and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $349 and $413, respectively. Delta is priced at 46% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to Columbia (average of $173). Flying from Fresno to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $372). 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 Fresno to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Fresno 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$308Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$349Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$413Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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