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$278+ Cheap flights from Columbia, MO to Los Angeles (COU - LAX)

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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
COU — LAX
Feb 19 — Feb 261
Thu 2/19
Thu 2/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Los Angeles

Cheapest flights from Columbia to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 3/49:00 am
COU
-
LAX
1 stop8h 26m
United Airlines
Sun 3/812:25 am
LAX
-
COU
1 stop8h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/18$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/43:10 pm
COU
-
LAX
1 stop8h 06m
United Airlines
Sat 2/712:30 am
LAX
-
COU
1 stop8h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$328
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Thu 2/1211:15 am
COU
-
LAX
1 stop8h 07m
United Airlines
Fri 2/1312:25 am
LAX
-
COU
1 stop8h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/1311:15 am
COU
-
LAX
1 stop8h 10m
United Airlines
Sun 2/1510:55 pm
LAX
-
COU
1 stop9h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$358
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 8/85:09 pm
COU
-
LAX
1 stop7h 36m
American Airlines
Sat 8/157:00 am
LAX
-
COU
1 stop7h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$390
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 7/2911:44 am
COU
-
LAX
2 stops8h 57m
American Airlines
Tue 8/46:00 am
LAX
-
COU
1 stop8h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$396
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 4/1011:30 am
COU
-
LAX
1 stop7h 53m
United Airlines
Sun 4/1911:02 pm
LAX
-
COU
1 stop9h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$416
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 2/1211:15 am
COU
-
LAX
1 stop8h 07m
United Airlines
Sun 2/1510:55 pm
LAX
-
COU
1 stop9h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$418
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 1/208:09 am
COU
-
LAX
1 stop9h 22m
United Airlines
Tue 1/2710:48 am
LAX
-
COU
1 stop8h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/18$428
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Thu 1/228:45 am
COU
-
LAX
1 stop6h 18m
United Airlines
Sat 1/248:33 am
LAX
-
COU
1 stop6h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/18$458

Find flight deals from Columbia to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (COU) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 January 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$278
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$258
Provider with most accurate pricing for Columbia Regional-Los Angeles flight deals.
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From Columbia Regional to Los Angeles
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($145 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia to Los Angeles 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 January 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbia

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Thu 4/9

11:30 am-5:23 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/12

11:59 pm-10:55 am

1 stop8h 56m

$278

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Wed 3/4

9:00 am-3:26 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/8

12:25 am-10:33 am

1 stop8h 08m

$278

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Wed 2/4

3:10 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/7

12:30 am-10:42 am

1 stop8h 12m

$328

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Thu 2/12

11:15 am-5:22 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/13

12:25 am-10:33 am

1 stop8h 08m

$338

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Fri 2/13

11:15 am-5:25 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/14

12:25 am-10:33 am

1 stop8h 08m

$358

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Fri 4/10

11:30 am-5:23 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/19

11:02 pm-10:55 am

1 stop9h 53m

$416

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Thu 2/12

11:15 am-5:22 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/14

12:25 am-10:33 am

1 stop8h 08m

$418

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Mon 5/18

11:30 am-5:13 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$299

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

Mon 5/4

11:30 am-6:39 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$339

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Deals found on 1/17

Compare providers for flights from Columbia to Los Angeles

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 Columbia to Los Angeles in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Columbia, Missouri-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbia, Missouri-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbia, Missouri-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia, Missouri-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 Columbia, Missouri-Los Angeles 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 Columbia to Los Angeles

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbia to Los Angeles

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia, Missouri to Los Angeles (average of $258). Flying from Columbia, Missouri to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $662). 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 Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated January 20, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbia to Los Angeles, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,180 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

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
9,180 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,180 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

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
11,164 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,180 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

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 Los Angeles. 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 Columbia, Missouri to Los Angeles?

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from Columbia, Missouri to Los Angeles in about 7h 53m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Columbia, Missouri and Los Angeles is about 1489 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbia, Missouri to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $258. Another option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $370 round trip. United Airlines is currently priced 43% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbia to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbia to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia, Missouri to Los Angeles (average of $258). Flying from Columbia, Missouri to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $662). 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 Los Angeles

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbia to Los Angeles. 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 January 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$370Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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