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$358+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA to Columbia (SNA - 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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — CAE
Apr 27 — May 41
Mon 4/27
Mon 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Columbia

Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/232:00 pm
SNA
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CAE
1 stop6h 49m
Delta
Fri 7/316:01 pm
CAE
-
SNA
1 stop7h 24m
Delta
Deal found 3/23$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 5/156:49 pm
SNA
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CAE
2 stops11h 26m
Delta
Mon 5/183:53 pm
CAE
-
SNA
1 stop9h 36m
Delta
Deal found 3/27$394
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/239:20 pm
SNA
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CAE
1 stop8h 54m
Delta
Sat 4/259:55 am
CAE
-
SNA
2 stops14h 02m
Delta
Deal found 3/27$409
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/242:00 pm
SNA
-
CAE
1 stop6h 49m
Delta
Tue 7/283:51 pm
CAE
-
SNA
1 stop9h 34m
Delta
Deal found 3/23$414
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 8/262:00 pm
SNA
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CAE
1 stop6h 55m
Delta
Tue 9/111:55 am
CAE
-
SNA
1 stop9h 25m
Delta
Deal found 3/27$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/242:00 pm
SNA
-
CAE
1 stop6h 49m
Delta
Wed 7/293:51 pm
CAE
-
SNA
1 stop9h 34m
Delta
Deal found 3/23$439
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 4/109:20 pm
SNA
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CAE
1 stop8h 58m
Delta
Tue 4/141:59 pm
CAE
-
SNA
1 stop8h 48m
Delta
Deal found 3/26$449
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/219:14 pm
SNA
-
CAE
2 stops10h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 4/286:30 am
CAE
-
SNA
2 stops12h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/23$456
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 3/287:05 am
SNA
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CAE
2 stops10h 36m
Delta
Sat 4/42:08 pm
CAE
-
SNA
1 stop8h 34m
Delta
Deal found 3/27$458

Find flight deals from Santa Ana to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 March 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$394
(Delta)

One-way from

$358
(United Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$538
Provider with most accurate pricing for Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-Columbia Metropolitan flight deals.
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From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Columbia Metropolitan
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One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Columbia Metropolitan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($170 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 14% potential price decrease ($68 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 March 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/15

6:49 pm-9:15 am

2 stops11h 26m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 5/18

5:50 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$394

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/23

9:20 pm-9:14 am

1 stop8h 54m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 4/25

9:55 am-8:57 pm

2 stops14h 02m

$409
Quickest round-trip

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/26

2:00 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 9/1

11:55 am-6:20 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$414

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/25

7:49 pm-9:47 am

2 stops10h 58m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/29

10:18 am-8:51 pm

2 stops13h 33m

$509

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/26

7:00 pm-9:47 am

2 stops11h 47m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 9/1

10:20 am-9:50 pm

2 stops14h 30m

$509

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 4/11

6:45 am-4:55 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 4/15

9:00 am-10:35 pm

2 stops16h 35m

$564
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/28

6:45 am-4:55 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$358

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 4/5

8:05 am-9:20 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$427

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/8

6:39 pm-9:51 am

2 stops12h 12m

$444

Santa AnaColumbia

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/25

6:26 pm-10:39 am

2 stops13h 13m

$935

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Deals found on 3/24

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Columbia in March.
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 Santa Ana, California-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana, California-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana, California-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-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 Santa Ana, California-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 Santa Ana to Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Columbia?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Columbia (average of $112). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $221). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Ana, California to Columbia?

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 March 28, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Santa Ana 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
8,356 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
8,356 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,356 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
11,520 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,356 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana, California to Columbia?

    Delta can get you from Santa Ana, California to Columbia in just under 11h 26m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 2096 mi between Santa Ana, California and Columbia.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana, California to Columbia round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Ana, California to Columbia round-trip from $308. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Delta. American Airlines is 43% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Columbia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana, California to Columbia?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Columbia (average of $112). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $221). 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 2 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Columbia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 March 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$363Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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