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$279+ Cheap flights from Columbia (CAE) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — SFO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area

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Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$516
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Cheapest flights from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/287:10 amCAE - SFO
1 stop8h 24mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/48:58 amSFO - CAE
1 stop9h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/307:49 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/75:05 amSFO - CAE
1 stop8h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/235:55 pmCAE - SJC
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Mon 5/266:25 amSJC - CAE
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/30$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/155:44 amCAE - SFO
1 stop7h 31mDelta
Mon 5/266:15 amSFO - CAE
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Deal found 4/30$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 10/12:52 pmCAE - SJC
2 stops10h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/86:20 pmSJC - CAE
2 stops12h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$419
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/293:31 pmCAE - SFO
3 stops34h 27mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/59:05 amSFO - CAE
3 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$465
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/2312:51 pmCAE - SJC
2 stops12h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/266:00 amSJC - CAE
2 stops12h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$599

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbia

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 5/28

7:10 am-12:34 pm

1 stop8h 24m

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

8:58 am-9:54 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$279

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 5/30

7:49 pm-12:58 am

1 stop8h 09m

San Francisco

Sat 6/7

5:05 am-5:00 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$294

ColumbiaSan Jose

CAE - SJC

CAESJC

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 5/23

5:55 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San Jose

Mon 5/26

6:25 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$339

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 5/15

5:44 am-10:15 am

1 stop7h 31m

San Francisco

Mon 5/26

6:15 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$364

ColumbiaSan Jose

CAE - SJC

CAESJC

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 10/1

2:52 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops10h 48m

San Jose

Wed 10/8

6:20 pm-9:49 am

2 stops12h 29m

$419

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 5/29

3:31 pm-10:58 pm

3 stops34h 27m

San Francisco

Thu 6/5

9:05 am-1:55 pm

3 stops25h 50m

$465

ColumbiaSan Jose

CAE - SJC

CAESJC

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 5/23

12:51 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops12h 55m

San Jose

Mon 5/26

6:00 am-9:54 pm

2 stops12h 54m

$599

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 5/6

5:31 pm-8:48 am

2 stops18h 17m

$444

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 5/6

4:18 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$529

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Deals found on 4/30

Best time to book a flight from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most people fly from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) if they book a flight from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area. Columbia Metropolitan is conveniently located just 6.5 mi from Columbia’s city center.

  • What are the most popular routes from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular route from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area is Columbia Metropolitan - San Francisco. You may also consider Columbia Metropolitan - San Jose or Columbia Metropolitan - Oakland.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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