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Cheapest round-trip
$378
Typical prices: $568-$828
United Airlines
Sun 12/2Sun 12/9
COU - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$459
Typical prices: $373-$473
United Airlines
Sat 11/24
COU - SMF • 2 stops
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 32% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $620 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to Sacramento (COU-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Sacramento

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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3:04 pm - 10:41 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:03 pm - 9:39 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-COU Columbia Regional
6h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
$378United Airlines
Wed, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 14
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3:16 pm - 10:41 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:55 pm - 8:30 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-COU Columbia Regional
5h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$378United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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3:04 pm - 10:41 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:00 am - 10:56 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-COU Columbia Regional
11h 56m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$384United Airlines
Wed, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 14
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9:00 am - 1:13 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:25 am - 8:30 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-COU Columbia Regional
8h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$384United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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11:25 am - 8:04 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
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10:36 am - 9:23 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-COU Columbia Regional
8h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$384United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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11:25 am - 8:04 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
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8:00 am - 9:39 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-COU Columbia Regional
11h 39m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$389United Airlines
Wed, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 14
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11:30 am - 9:48 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
12h 18m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
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10:25 am - 8:30 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-COU Columbia Regional
8h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$389United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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11:25 am - 9:20 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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10:10 am - 10:56 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-COU Columbia Regional
10h 46m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$389United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
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6:28 pm - 12:04 amCOU  Columbia Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:02 pm - 10:05 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-COU Columbia Regional
9h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$664American Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
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6:28 pm - 12:04 amCOU  Columbia Regional-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:02 pm - 10:05 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-COU Columbia Regional
9h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$689American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to Sacramento flights

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Sacramento typically range from $568 to $828. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $378, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to Sacramento. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 99% higher.

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Key details for Columbia to Sacramento flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$378
Beat the crowds with an average 82% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 67% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Columbia to Sacramento

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Your Columbia to Sacramento flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbia to Sacramento.

  • How long is a flight from Columbia to Sacramento?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Columbia to Sacramento. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 09m and 7h 38m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia to Sacramento?

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to Sacramento range from $568 to $828, with an average of $659 over the past 12 months. Anything below $568 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Columbia to Sacramento 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 $378 to $1,802. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbia to Sacramento are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $686, which is 73% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF)?

    Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Payless

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

    Flights from Columbia to Sacramento usually depart from Columbia Regional (COU) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 24% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 57% on flights from Columbia to Sacramento. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $573 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,316, a difference of $743.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 09m, compared with 7h 23m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 38m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Columbia and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 2 hours behind Columbia (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sacramento?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sacramento are Golden 1 Center, UC Davis Medical Center and Sacramento Capitol Park. These are among the most viewed places in Sacramento on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Columbia to Sacramento flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $573, about $743 less than Monday fares (56% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to Sacramento trip for January. Fares historically average $448 round-trip in that month - typically $505 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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