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$140+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Columbia (SFO - 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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CAE
Oct 25 — Nov 11
Sat 10/25
Sat 11/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(Delta)

One-way from

$140
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$441
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($91 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 25, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 11/137:15 amSFO - CAE
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Wed 11/195:37 amCAE - SFO
1 stop9h 53mDelta
Deal found 9/25$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 10/2810:45 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop8h 14mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/317:35 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop8h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/23$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 11/132:06 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/198:10 amCAE - SFO
2 stops10h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/25$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 11/195:10 amSFO - CAE
1 stop8h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/227:35 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop8h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/25$323
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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.
Mon 11/1010:30 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop8h 40mDelta
Sun 11/165:37 amCAE - SFO
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Deal found 9/24$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 11/113:35 pmSFO - CAE
2 stops14h 56mDelta
Mon 11/175:44 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Deal found 9/24$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Wed 11/124:37 pmSFO - CAE
2 stops14h 33mDelta
Sat 11/155:44 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop8h 39mDelta
Deal found 9/25$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 11/113:35 pmSFO - CAE
2 stops14h 56mDelta
Tue 11/185:37 amCAE - SFO
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Deal found 9/25$352

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

10:30 pm-10:10 am

1 stop8h 40m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/16

5:37 am-10:35 am

1 stop7h 58m

$309

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

7:15 am-6:59 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 11/18

5:44 pm-12:13 am

1 stop9h 29m

$309

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Thu 11/13

7:15 am-4:54 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/16

5:37 am-10:35 am

1 stop7h 58m

$309

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

10:30 pm-9:31 am

1 stop8h 01m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 11/17

5:44 pm-12:13 am

1 stop9h 29m

$309

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

10:30 pm-10:10 am

1 stop8h 40m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 11/19

5:37 am-12:30 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$309

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Mon 11/10

10:30 pm-10:10 am

1 stop8h 40m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 11/19

6:38 am-12:30 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$309

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Thu 11/13

7:15 am-4:54 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 11/15

5:44 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$309

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

7:15 am-4:54 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 11/17

7:50 pm-12:13 am

1 stop7h 23m

$309

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

7:15 am-6:59 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 11/19

5:37 am-10:35 am

1 stop7h 58m

$309

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

12:00 pm-3:43 pm

2 stops48h 43m

$140

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Deals found on 9/23

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Columbia in September.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 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 Francisco-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Francisco-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 Francisco to Columbia

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from San Francisco 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.

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 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Francisco 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
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,973 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,973 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Columbia?

    Airlines like Delta fly from San Francisco to Columbia in about 8h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 2306 mi between San Francisco and Columbia.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Columbia is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $308 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $308 and $308 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Columbia for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$308Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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