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Cheapest round-trip
$379
Typical prices: $399-$567
United Airlines
Wed 10/3Sun 10/7
CAE - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$379
Typical prices: $342-$428
United Airlines
Thu 2/15
CAE - LAX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbia and Los Angeles. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 15% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $272 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 7h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to Los Angeles (CAE-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Los Angeles

Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7
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10:23 am - 6:08 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
10h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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11:35 pm - 9:46 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$379United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Mon, Nov 30
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10:37 am - 3:29 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
7h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:17 pm - 9:44 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$379United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
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5:59 pm - 10:36 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
7h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:00 am - 4:38 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$379American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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7:26 am - 2:30 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
10h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:37 pm - 9:47 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 10m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$379American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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3:46 pm - 10:49 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
10h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:59 pm - 11:08 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
9h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$379Delta
Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
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5:59 pm - 10:40 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
7h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 5:14 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$379Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Nov 30
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7:54 pm - 12:59 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
8h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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11:17 pm - 9:44 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$379United Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 2
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5:40 am - 10:56 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
8h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:45 pm - 9:25 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$379Delta
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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5:20 am - 11:59 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
9h 39m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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7:16 am - 11:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
12h 59m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$758Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 16
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5:20 am - 11:59 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
9h 39m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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7:16 am - 11:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
12h 59m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$783Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to Los Angeles flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Columbia to Los Angeles with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Columbia to Los Angeles?

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Los Angeles start at $379. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $399 to $567. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $379 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to Los Angeles?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to Los Angeles, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 57% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to Los Angeles?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to Los Angeles at $402 round-trip.
  • June ($579) and December ($561) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 44% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Columbia to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Columbia to Los Angeles are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Columbia to Los Angeles flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$379
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 18% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flight from Columbia to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Columbia to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbia to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbia to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Columbia to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Columbia to Los Angeles usually depart from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) and arrive at Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbia to Los Angeles?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Columbia to Los Angeles:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Columbia to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Columbia to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbia to Los Angeles?

    On the Columbia to Los Angeles route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 43%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $429 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $746: a $317 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Columbia to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 4% above the route average of $473. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Columbia to Los Angeles?

    A nonstop flight from Columbia to Los Angeles takes 0h 00m, covering 2,124 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia to Los Angeles?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Columbia to Los Angeles changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $379 to $3,493. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Columbia to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Columbia to Los Angeles are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $417, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbia to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 13m, compared with 7h 19m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 28m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Columbia and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 3 hours behind Columbia (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Ace
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Columbia to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to Los Angeles range from $399 to $567, with an average of $473 over the past 12 months. Anything below $399 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbia to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $429 - about $317 less than Sunday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to Los Angeles trip for September. Fares historically average $402 round-trip in that month - typically $177 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport.
    - Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
    - Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    - Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Columbia (CAE)
Los Angeles (LAX)