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$220+ Cheap flights from Columbia to San Francisco (CAE - SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbia to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$309
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$220
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$522
From Columbia Metropolitan to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from Columbia to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/203:18 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop10h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/225:25 amSFO - CAE
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/25:40 amCAE - SFO
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Tue 7/811:59 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 6/12$334
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/72:53 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/126:30 amSFO - CAE
1 stop7h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$409
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/82:00 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop10h 50mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/126:00 amSFO - CAE
2 stops14h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/12$462
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/102:59 pmCAE - SFO
3 stops34h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/209:05 amSFO - CAE
3 stops27h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$620

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia to San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Columbia

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 11/12

7:35 pm-1:15 am

1 stop8h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 11/26

9:20 pm-9:59 am

1 stop9h 39m

$309

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 8/28

2:36 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops9h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

11:52 pm-10:52 am

1 stop8h 00m

$314

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 7/2

5:40 am-11:45 am

1 stop9h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 7/8

11:59 pm-10:15 am

1 stop7h 16m

$334

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 9/8

2:00 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

6:00 am-11:43 pm

2 stops14h 43m

$462

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 7/10

2:59 pm-10:53 pm

3 stops34h 54m

San Francisco

Mon 7/21

11:59 pm-2:04 pm

2 stops11h 05m

$542

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 11/22

4:13 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$220

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/16

7:35 pm-1:15 am

1 stop8h 40m

$229

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/16

6:50 pm-12:16 am

1 stop8h 26m

$260

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 7/11

4:37 pm-5:11 pm

3 stops27h 34m

$470

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Columbia to San Francisco

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Columbia to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 SFO?

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

It’s optimal to fly from Columbia to San Francisco in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Columbia to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbia to San Francisco. 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 to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbia to San Francisco round-trip from $309. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $314, and Delta, from $334. These flights start at 32% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbia to San Francisco one-way?

    $220 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $229 and $260, respectively.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Columbia to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbia to San Francisco. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$318Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$329Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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