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$152+ 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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — SFO
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
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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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$309
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$152
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$398
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 August 14, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/123:06 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Fri 9/199:38 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop9h 15mDelta
Deal found 8/13$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/136:15 amCAE - SFO
2 stops9h 53mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/2411:52 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Thu 8/143:08 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Mon 8/189:35 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Deal found 8/12$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/255:40 amCAE - SFO
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Sun 9/2811:57 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Deal found 8/13$333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/85:15 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop8h 23mDelta
Fri 9/1211:57 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop6h 56mDelta
Deal found 8/14$338
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 8/271:00 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop8h 52mDelta
Sun 8/317:29 amSFO - CAE
1 stop8h 44mDelta
Deal found 8/12$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 8/295:26 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop9h 33mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/211:10 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop8h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/273:23 pmCAE - SFO
2 stops10h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/315:15 amSFO - CAE
1 stop9h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/82:04 pmCAE - SFO
2 stops10h 14mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/127:45 pmSFO - CAE
2 stops11h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/56:15 amCAE - SFO
1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/710:50 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$388
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/73:21 pmCAE - SFO
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/1211:36 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$393
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/112:01 pmCAE - SFO
2 stops9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/1711:36 pmSFO - CAE
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$398

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbia

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/13

6:15 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

11:52 pm-10:52 am

1 stop8h 00m

$309

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 9/12

3:06 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop6h 42m

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

9:38 pm-9:53 am

1 stop9h 15m

$309

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/11

2:35 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop8h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 10/17

11:36 pm-10:49 am

1 stop8h 13m

$309

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 9/25

5:40 am-9:10 am

1 stop6h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 9/26

11:57 pm-9:53 am

1 stop6h 56m

$319

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 9/25

5:40 am-9:10 am

1 stop6h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 9/28

11:57 pm-10:17 am

1 stop7h 20m

$333

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 11/22

7:27 pm-12:35 am

1 stop8h 08m

San Francisco

Thu 11/27

6:08 am-3:33 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$333

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 9/8

5:15 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 23m

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

10:50 pm-9:53 am

1 stop8h 03m

$338

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 8/27

1:00 pm-6:52 pm

1 stop8h 52m

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

7:29 am-7:13 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$359

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 9/4

7:11 pm-11:54 am

3 stops43h 43m

$152

ColumbiaSan Francisco

CAE - SFO

CAESFO

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 9/4

6:15 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 15m

$160

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Best time to book a flight from Columbia to San Francisco

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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 $358). 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 August 14, 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.

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 August 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbia to San Francisco. 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
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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. 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 $308. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $323, and United Airlines, from $370. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 $358). 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$308Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$323Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$370Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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