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$369+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Columbia (SFO - 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 7/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CAE
Aug 8 — Aug 151
Sat 8/8
Sat 8/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Columbia

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 July 9, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 7/309:56 pm
SFO
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CAE
1 stop8h 26m
Delta
Mon 8/37:47 pm
CAE
-
SFO
1 stop7h 11m
Delta
Deal found 7/8$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/410:00 pm
SFO
-
CAE
1 stop8h 17m
Delta
Tue 8/116:08 pm
CAE
-
SFO
1 stop8h 50m
Delta
Deal found 7/8$398
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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 7/2111:49 pm
SFO
-
CAE
1 stop7h 55m
American Airlines
Sat 7/257:23 pm
CAE
-
SFO
1 stop8h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/4$409
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 7/308:15 am
SFO
-
CAE
1 stop8h 50m
American Airlines
Mon 8/37:08 pm
CAE
-
SFO
1 stop8h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/6$416
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/1511:00 am
SFO
-
CAE
1 stop8h 27m
American Airlines
Wed 8/192:04 pm
CAE
-
SFO
1 stop8h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/6$418
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 8/36:00 am
SFO
-
CAE
1 stop8h 20m
Delta
Tue 8/116:08 pm
CAE
-
SFO
1 stop8h 50m
Delta
Deal found 7/7$434
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/2610:40 am
SFO
-
CAE
2 stops10h 14m
Delta
Sat 8/295:49 pm
CAE
-
SFO
1 stop7h 11m
Delta
Deal found 7/8$443
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 7/2111:59 pm
SFO
-
CAE
1 stop6h 23m
Delta
Sun 7/263:51 pm
CAE
-
SFO
1 stop9h 58m
Delta
Deal found 7/7$449
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/411:49 pm
SFO
-
CAE
1 stop9h 30m
American Airlines
Tue 8/113:59 pm
CAE
-
SFO
2 stops9h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8$453
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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.
Sat 7/1811:59 pm
SFO
-
CAE
1 stop8h 15m
Delta
Tue 7/213:51 pm
CAE
-
SFO
1 stop8h 57m
Delta
Deal found 7/5$458

Find 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 July 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$369
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$461
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Columbia Metropolitan flight deals.
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From San Francisco to Columbia Metropolitan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 July 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Columbia that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Thu 7/30

9:56 pm-9:22 am

1 stop8h 26m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 8/3

7:47 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$369

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Tue 8/25

11:14 pm-9:47 am

1 stop7h 33m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/29

5:38 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$369

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Sat 11/14

6:00 am-5:57 pm

1 stop8h 57m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/22

5:10 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$369

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Tue 7/21

11:49 pm-10:44 am

1 stop7h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 7/25

7:23 pm-12:43 am

1 stop8h 20m

$409

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Wed 7/22

11:05 pm-9:56 am

1 stop7h 51m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 7/26

7:45 pm-1:15 am

1 stop8h 30m

$449

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Tue 7/21

11:59 pm-9:22 am

1 stop6h 23m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 7/26

3:51 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop9h 58m

$449

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Tue 8/4

9:30 pm-9:56 am

1 stop9h 26m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 8/10

7:45 pm-1:15 am

1 stop8h 30m

$479

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

10:53 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop14h 42m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 8/27

7:42 am-6:00 pm

1 stop13h 18m

$709
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Tue 7/28

11:59 pm-9:22 am

1 stop6h 23m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 7/31

7:39 pm-12:36 am

1 stop7h 57m

$747
Cheapest one-way

San FranciscoColumbia

SFO - CAE

SFOCAE

San Francisco

Fri 8/21

10:00 pm-9:17 am

1 stop8h 17m

$374

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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 July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 $406). Flying from San Francisco to Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $672). 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 July 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican 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
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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
9,955 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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
7.1
Good
11,789 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,453 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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 and American Airlines fly from San Francisco to Columbia in about 7h 09m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 46m. There are 2306 mi between San Francisco and Columbia. 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 San Francisco to Columbia round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Columbia is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $259 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $308 and $329 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Columbia for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $159 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $159 and $174, respectively.

  • 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 $406). Flying from San Francisco to Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $672). 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 July 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$329Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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