Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Columbia (SNA - CAE) from $370

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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SNA — CAE
Apr 28 — May 51

The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Columbia Metropolitan are usually found in August or February, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 April 23, 2024.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$535

Round-trip from

$330
High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 30% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Columbia Metropolitan

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Columbia?

Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Columbia. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Santa Ana to Columbia?

Users have found that booking a flight from Santa Ana to Columbia at least 55 days early can save you up to 148% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 55 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Santa Ana to Columbia for as little as $464 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $845 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Columbia?

The best pricing can be found in the month of September. Prices to Columbia from Santa Ana average $604. You can even find prices in September for less than $604, as users have found deals to Columbia from as low as $265. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Columbia from Santa Ana. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 15%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Ana to Columbia (SNA - CAE)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Ana to Columbia in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Santa Ana to Columbia

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Santa Ana and Columbia. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,086,534 searches. Data last updated April 23, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights heading from Santa Ana to Columbia. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Tue 5/79:55 amSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/114:13 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$370
Tue 5/79:55 amSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/114:13 pmCAE - SNA
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$375
Thu 5/309:15 pmSNA - CAE
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/24:11 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$383
Thu 5/309:55 amSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/24:11 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$389
Thu 5/309:15 pmSNA - CAE
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/24:11 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$390
Thu 5/307:26 pmSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/24:11 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$396
Thu 5/309:55 amSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/25:19 amCAE - SNA
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$459
Thu 5/307:26 pmSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/25:19 amCAE - SNA
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$485
Fri 6/149:15 pmSNA - CAE
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/234:28 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$512

Cheap United Airlines flights from Santa Ana to Columbia

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Santa Ana and Columbia. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,086,534 searches. Data last updated April 23, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available United Airlines flights departing from Santa Ana and landing in Columbia. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Tue 5/710:46 amSNA - CAE
1 stop7h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/116:21 amCAE - SNA
1 stop8h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$436
Tue 5/76:20 pmSNA - CAE
2 stops17h 09mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/105:00 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$708

Cheap Santa Ana to Columbia flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Santa Ana to Columbia specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,086,534 searches. Prices were last updated on April 23, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Santa Ana to Columbia in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 5/79:55 amSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/114:13 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$370
Tue 5/79:55 amSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/114:13 pmCAE - SNA
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$375
Thu 5/309:15 pmSNA - CAE
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/24:11 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$383
Thu 5/309:55 amSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/24:11 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$389
Thu 5/309:15 pmSNA - CAE
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/24:11 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$390
Thu 5/307:26 pmSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/24:11 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$396
Tue 5/710:46 amSNA - CAE
1 stop7h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/116:21 amCAE - SNA
1 stop8h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$436
Thu 5/309:55 amSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/25:19 amCAE - SNA
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$459
Thu 5/307:26 pmSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/25:19 amCAE - SNA
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$485

Santa Ana to Columbia 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Ana and Columbia in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,086,534 searches. Data last updated April 23, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Santa Ana to Columbia in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 5/79:55 amSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/114:13 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$370
Tue 5/79:55 amSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/114:13 pmCAE - SNA
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$375
Thu 5/309:15 pmSNA - CAE
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/24:11 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$383
Thu 5/309:55 amSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/24:11 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$389
Thu 5/309:15 pmSNA - CAE
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/24:11 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$390
Thu 5/307:26 pmSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/24:11 pmCAE - SNA
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$396
Tue 5/710:46 amSNA - CAE
1 stop7h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/116:21 amCAE - SNA
1 stop8h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$436
Thu 5/309:55 amSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/25:19 amCAE - SNA
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$459
Thu 5/307:26 pmSNA - CAE
2 stops10h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/25:19 amCAE - SNA
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$485

One-way flights to Columbia from Santa Ana

Search for one-way flight options from Santa Ana to Columbia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,086,534 searches. Data last updated April 23, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Santa Ana to Columbia can choose from these deals. Users needing a return flight from Santa Ana to Columbia should utilize the search form above.
Fri 4/269:15 pmSNA - CAE
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$501
Fri 4/269:55 amSNA - CAE
2 stops11h 04mDelta
Deal found 4/23$507
Fri 4/266:20 pmSNA - CAE
2 stops17h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,088
Fri 4/261:56 pmSNA - CAE
1 stop21h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,099
Fri 4/261:01 pmSNA - CAE
3 stops22h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,103

Find flights from Santa Ana to Columbia within your budget

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 3,086,534 searches. Data last updated April 23, 2024.

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Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyColumbia Metropolitan

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/7

2 stops10h 07m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 5/11

1 stop7h 10m

$370

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyColumbia Metropolitan

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/7

2 stops10h 07m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 5/11

2 stops8h 41m

$375

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyColumbia Metropolitan

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/30

1 stop8h 27m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/2

1 stop7h 12m

$383

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyColumbia Metropolitan

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/30

2 stops10h 40m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/2

1 stop7h 12m

$389

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyColumbia Metropolitan

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/30

1 stop8h 27m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/2

1 stop7h 12m

$390

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyColumbia Metropolitan

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/30

2 stops10h 16m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/2

1 stop7h 12m

$396

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyColumbia Metropolitan

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/7

1 stop7h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 5/11

1 stop8h 33m

$436

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyColumbia Metropolitan

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/7

1 stop6h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 5/10

1 stop6h 43m

$665

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyColumbia Metropolitan

SNA - CAE

SNACAE

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/7

2 stops17h 09m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 5/10

1 stop8h 15m

$708

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Deals found on 4/23

When is the best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Columbia. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
Booking 14 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Ana to Columbia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Ana to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Columbia. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to Columbia flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Columbia by month

Plan your trip from Santa Ana to Columbia by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Santa Ana to Columbia is currently $860 while a round-trip flight costs $457. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Columbia (average of $330). Flying from Santa Ana to Columbia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $429). 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.

January

$330

February

$336

March

$384

April

$414

May

$429

June

$414

July

$395

August

$359

September

$364

October

$370

November

$378

December

$341

Temperature and rainfall in Columbia by month

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

CAE

Temperature

44.6 - 82.4 °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 23, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Santa Ana to Columbia, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
11,028 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

8.1
Very good
11,028 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,028 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.4
Good
11,272 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,028 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.3
Good
14,914 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,028 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

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  • Can I find flights from Santa Ana to Columbia for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Ana to Columbia for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $370, but on average you can expect to pay $549.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Ana to Columbia round-trip from $370. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $436, and Delta, from $665. American Airlines is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana to Columbia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $501. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Santa Ana to Columbia for a low price.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Santa Ana to Columbia?

  • What does SNA to CAE mean?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport is SNA and Columbia Metropolitan Airport is CAE. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Columbia that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Ana to Columbia flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Santa Ana to Columbia flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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    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.

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    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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Columbia that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Santa Ana to Columbia offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Santa Ana to Columbia?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Santa Ana to Columbia flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Santa Ana to Columbia flight deals updated?

    The Santa Ana to Columbia flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/23.

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