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$248+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Columbia (SAN - CAE)

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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CAE
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$248
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$523
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($46 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2912:43 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/305:10 amCAE - SAN
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$248
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/299:45 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop9h 14mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/302:54 pmCAE - SAN
2 stops10h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$298
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 7/86:15 amSAN - CAE
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Fri 7/251:38 pmCAE - SAN
1 stop9h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/28$309
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/126:15 amSAN - CAE
2 stops31h 20mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/194:03 pmCAE - SAN
2 stops29h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$355
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/125:50 pmSAN - CAE
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/193:20 pmCAE - SAN
3 stops35h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$361

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Columbia that are best for you.

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Columbia

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoColumbia

SAN - CAE

SANCAE

San Diego

Thu 5/29

12:43 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 5/30

5:10 am-10:59 am

1 stop8h 49m

$248

San DiegoColumbia

SAN - CAE

SANCAE

San Diego

Thu 5/29

9:45 pm-9:59 am

1 stop9h 14m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 5/30

2:54 pm-10:24 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$298

San DiegoColumbia

SAN - CAE

SANCAE

San Diego

Tue 7/8

10:30 pm-10:15 am

1 stop8h 45m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 7/23

1:38 pm-7:56 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$309

San DiegoColumbia

SAN - CAE

SANCAE

San Diego

Thu 6/12

6:15 am-4:35 pm

2 stops31h 20m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 6/19

4:03 pm-6:26 pm

2 stops29h 23m

$355

San DiegoColumbia

SAN - CAE

SANCAE

San Diego

Thu 6/12

5:50 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 6/19

3:20 pm-11:29 pm

3 stops35h 09m

$361

San DiegoColumbia

SAN - CAE

SANCAE

San Diego

Sun 5/18

10:49 pm-8:34 am

1 stop6h 45m

$279

San DiegoColumbia

SAN - CAE

SANCAE

San Diego

Sun 5/18

5:58 pm-9:51 am

2 stops12h 53m

$334

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Deals found on 4/28

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Columbia in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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 San Diego-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-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 San Diego to Columbia

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Columbia

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Columbia. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 47 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Columbia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from San Diego to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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 SAN to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 April 29, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from San Diego to Columbia by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Rainfall in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 5.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.5 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

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 April 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from San Diego to Columbia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Currently priced at $248, American Airlines will fly you from San Diego to Columbia and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $298 and $309, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Columbia for 48% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Columbia one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Columbia are American Airlines ($279), United Airlines ($334), and Alaska Airlines ($455).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Columbia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Columbia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from San Diego to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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 San Diego to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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