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$259+ Cheap flights from Columbia to San Antonio (CAE - SAT)

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 11/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — SAT
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbia Metropolitan to San Antonio are usually found in May or November, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Columbia to San Antonio

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) to San Antonio (SAT). 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 October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$457
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Cheapest flights from Columbia to San Antonio
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to San Antonio. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/47:27 pmCAE - SAT
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/77:00 amSAT - CAE
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1710:34 amCAE - SAT
2 stops13h 42mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/87:20 amSAT - CAE
1 stop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 11/177:12 pmCAE - SAT
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/86:00 amSAT - CAE
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Mon 12/85:44 pmCAE - SAT
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Mon 12/156:30 amSAT - CAE
1 stop6h 33mDelta
Deal found 10/26$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/115:24 pmCAE - SAT
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/157:05 amSAT - CAE
1 stop8h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/35:34 amCAE - SAT
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Wed 12/108:00 amSAT - CAE
1 stop5h 03mDelta
Deal found 10/27$291
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/242:50 pmCAE - SAT
2 stops9h 26mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/87:20 amSAT - CAE
1 stop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/132:50 pmCAE - SAT
1 stop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/177:07 amSAT - CAE
1 stop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/155:44 pmCAE - SAT
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Tue 12/25:10 amSAT - CAE
1 stop4h 02mDelta
Deal found 10/27$316

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia to San Antonio 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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to San Antonio that are best for you.

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Columbia

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San Antonio

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaSan Antonio

CAE - SAT

CAESAT

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 11/17

2:50 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop6h 25m

San Antonio

Mon 12/8

2:12 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$259

ColumbiaSan Antonio

CAE - SAT

CAESAT

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 12/8

5:44 pm-12:34 am

1 stop7h 50m

San Antonio

Mon 12/15

6:30 am-2:03 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$287

ColumbiaSan Antonio

CAE - SAT

CAESAT

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 11/11

5:24 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop6h 52m

San Antonio

Sat 11/15

7:05 am-4:43 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$289

ColumbiaSan Antonio

CAE - SAT

CAESAT

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 1/21

8:00 am-3:31 pm

2 stops8h 31m

San Antonio

Mon 1/26

2:05 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$289

ColumbiaSan Antonio

CAE - SAT

CAESAT

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 12/4

5:34 am-10:31 am

1 stop5h 57m

San Antonio

Wed 12/10

5:10 am-12:08 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$291

ColumbiaSan Antonio

CAE - SAT

CAESAT

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 12/3

6:38 am-10:31 am

1 stop4h 53m

San Antonio

Mon 12/8

6:30 am-1:58 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$291

ColumbiaSan Antonio

CAE - SAT

CAESAT

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 12/3

12:53 pm-6:26 pm

1 stop6h 33m

San Antonio

Sat 12/6

6:30 am-12:08 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$291

ColumbiaSan Antonio

CAE - SAT

CAESAT

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 12/4

5:34 am-10:31 am

1 stop5h 57m

San Antonio

Tue 12/9

6:30 am-12:08 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$291

ColumbiaSan Antonio

CAE - SAT

CAESAT

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 12/4

7:59 pm-12:34 am

1 stop5h 35m

San Antonio

Mon 12/8

5:10 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 02m

$291

ColumbiaSan Antonio

CAE - SAT

CAESAT

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 12/13

2:22 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$271

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Compare providers for flights from Columbia to San Antonio

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 San Antonio in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Columbia-San Antonio flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbia-San Antonio flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbia-San Antonio flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia-San Antonio flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-San Antonio 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 San Antonio

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Antonio from Columbia with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbia to San Antonio

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbia to San Antonio?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbia to San Antonio. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 42 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbia to San Antonio. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbia to San Antonio?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to San Antonio (average of $176). Flying from Columbia to San Antonio in June is currently the most expensive (average of $247). 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 CAE to SAT?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia to San Antonio. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbia to San Antonio in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Antonio

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Antonio. 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 San Antonio. Reviews last updated October 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbia to San Antonio. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbia to San Antonio. 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 to San Antonio?

    Departing from Columbia to San Antonio will take you 6h 25m. There are 1061 mi between Columbia and San Antonio. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbia to San Antonio round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbia to San Antonio is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $216 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $252 and $257 round-trip. United Airlines is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbia to San Antonio?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbia to San Antonio 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 to San Antonio?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to San Antonio (average of $176). Flying from Columbia to San Antonio in June is currently the most expensive (average of $247). 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 3 airlines flying from Columbia to San Antonio

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbia to San Antonio. 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$252Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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