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$192+ 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 9/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — CAE
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$334
(Delta)

One-way from

$192
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$488
From Sacramento Intl to Columbia Metropolitan
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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 September 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 11/76:38 pmSMF - CAE
2 stops12h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/112:29 pmCAE - SMF
1 stop10h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$370
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/132:33 pmSMF - CAE
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/196:47 amCAE - SMF
1 stop9h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$373
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1310:30 pmSMF - CAE
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Wed 11/195:37 amCAE - SMF
1 stop8h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/10$438
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/97:00 pmSMF - CAE
2 stops11h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/143:42 pmCAE - SMF
1 stop10h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$444
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/268:35 pmSMF - CAE
2 stops10h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/302:53 pmCAE - SMF
1 stop10h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$474

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Columbia that are best for you.

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Columbia

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Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/13

2:33 pm-12:07 am

1 stop6h 34m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 11/19

12:03 pm-9:31 pm

2 stops12h 28m

$378

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/13

10:30 pm-9:21 am

1 stop7h 51m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 11/19

5:37 am-11:12 am

1 stop8h 35m

$438

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/9

7:00 pm-9:49 am

2 stops11h 49m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 10/14

3:42 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$444

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/26

8:35 pm-10:23 am

2 stops10h 48m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 9/30

2:53 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$474

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/7

2:07 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop28h 23m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 11/11

2:50 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$482

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/24

10:02 pm-8:22 am

1 stop7h 20m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/28

6:50 am-11:35 am

1 stop7h 45m

$542

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/23

6:45 pm-9:49 am

2 stops12h 04m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 10/27

2:29 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop10h 56m

$575

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/8

2:20 pm-2:18 pm

2 stops20h 58m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 10/13

7:48 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop29h 12m

$585

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/27

6:30 am-6:16 pm

3 stops32h 46m

$192

SacramentoColumbia

SMF - CAE

SMFCAE

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/27

6:30 am-6:16 pm

2 stops32h 46m

$196

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Columbia

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

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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 September 11, 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.

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 September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Columbia, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Columbia?

    A quick flight from Sacramento to Columbia can take about 6h 34m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $378. Sacramento and Columbia are separated by a distance of 2257 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $308 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $308 and $358 round-trip. American Airlines is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$358Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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