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$278+ Cheap flights from Columbia, MO (COU) to Irvine, CA

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
COU — LAX
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Irvine

Cheapest flights from Columbia to Irvine
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Irvine. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Mon 12/226:34 pmCOU - LAX
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/296:00 amLAX - COU
1 stop9h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$363
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/196:34 pmCOU - LAX
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/298:15 amLAX - COU
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$393
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/238:45 amCOU - LAX
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/512:30 amLAX - COU
1 stop8h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$418
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/238:45 amCOU - LAX
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3011:02 amLAX - COU
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$428
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/179:00 amCOU - LAX
1 stop8h 16mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/911:02 amLAX - COU
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$448
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/216:34 pmCOU - LAX
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/3111:02 amLAX - COU
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$473
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/216:34 pmCOU - LAX
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3011:02 amLAX - COU
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$508
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/236:34 pmCOU - LAX
2 stops14h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/3111:02 amLAX - COU
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$527
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/237:35 amCOU - LAX
2 stops9h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/69:00 amLAX - COU
2 stops10h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$539
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/237:35 amCOU - LAX
2 stops9h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/307:00 amLAX - COU
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$542
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/248:45 amCOU - LAX
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/286:00 amLAX - COU
1 stop6h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$543

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Irvine that are best for you.

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ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Thu 1/8

11:17 am-5:20 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/12

11:02 am-8:33 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$278

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Thu 1/8

11:17 am-5:20 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/11

11:05 pm-10:42 am

1 stop9h 37m

$278

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Fri 1/9

3:10 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/9

12:30 am-10:42 am

1 stop8h 12m

$353

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Wed 1/7

8:45 am-1:03 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

11:02 am-8:33 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$358

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Sat 2/14

3:10 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/18

11:08 am-8:40 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$358

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Wed 1/7

3:10 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

12:30 am-10:42 am

1 stop8h 12m

$358

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Tue 2/3

8:09 am-1:30 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

12:30 am-10:42 am

1 stop8h 12m

$358

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Thu 1/8

11:17 am-5:20 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

8:33 am-5:19 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$358

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Fri 1/30

3:10 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

12:40 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$358

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Fri 1/9

3:10 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

12:30 am-10:42 am

1 stop8h 12m

$358

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Best time to book a flight from Columbia to Irvine

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbia to Irvine

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbia, Missouri to Irvine?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia, Missouri to Irvine (average of $258). Flying from Columbia, Missouri to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $660). 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 COU to IR9?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia to Irvine. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbia, Missouri to Irvine is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbia, Missouri to Irvine?

Reviews of airlines servicing Irvine

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Irvine. 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 Irvine. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Columbia to Irvine by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Columbia to Irvine?

    Columbia Regional (COU), located 11.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Columbia to Irvine. 2 airlines have flights from Columbia Regional to Irvine on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbia Regional to Irvine should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Irvine per day.

  • How long is the flight from Columbia, Missouri to Irvine?

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from Columbia, Missouri to Irvine in about 8h 03m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Columbia, Missouri and Irvine are separated by a distance of 1489 mi.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbia to Irvine?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbia to Irvine 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 Columbia, Missouri to Irvine?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia, Missouri to Irvine (average of $258). Flying from Columbia, Missouri to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $660). 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 Columbia to Irvine

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbia to Irvine. 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$370Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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