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$258+ 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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
COU — LAX
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$258
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$370
From Columbia Regional to Los Angeles
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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 junio 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
vie. 9/262:52 pmCOU - LAX
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/3012:54 pmLAX - COU
1 stop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
mié. 7/167:52 pmCOU - LAX
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
vie. 7/181:22 amLAX - COU
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$370

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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 junio 12, 2025.
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

vie. 9/26

2:52 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Los Angeles

mar. 9/30

12:54 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$258

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

mié. 7/16

7:52 pm-12:40 am

1 stop6h 48m

Los Angeles

vie. 7/18

1:22 am-10:22 am

1 stop7h 00m

$370

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

dom. 11/23

8:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$330

ColumbiaLos Angeles

COU - LAX

COULAX

Columbia Regional

lun. 6/30

8:04 pm-8:14 am

1 stop14h 10m

$547

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Columbia to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbia to Los Angeles

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from COU to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

When flying from Columbia, Missouri to Los Angeles, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

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.

  • 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 54% 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 $246). Flying from Columbia, Missouri to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 airline flying from Columbia to Los Angeles

Discover the top airline 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$370Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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