COU - SFO

$222 Find Cheap Flights from Columbia to San Francisco - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$368
Typical prices: $369-$606
American Airlines
Sat 2/24Mon 2/26
COU - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$222
Typical prices: $331-$430
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/10
COU - SFO • 3 stops
When to travel
Cheapest • 36% price drop
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $437 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 05m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to San Francisco!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Columbia to San Francisco (COU-SFO)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to San Francisco

Wed, Feb 24 - Fri, Feb 26
American Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 11:26 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SFO San Francisco
7h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:47 am - 11:13 amSFO  San Francisco-COU Columbia Regional
8h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$368American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 11
American Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 6:32 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SFO San Francisco
8h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:11 am - 5:59 pmSFO  San Francisco-COU Columbia Regional
9h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$368American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
10:17 am - 4:30 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SFO San Francisco
8h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:49 pm - 9:39 pmSFO  San Francisco-COU Columbia Regional
6h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$368American Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
7:48 pm - 12:47 amCOU  Columbia Regional-SFO San Francisco
6h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:38 am - 4:38 pmSFO  San Francisco-COU Columbia Regional
8h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$368American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Mon, Nov 30
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:35 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SFO San Francisco
9h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 10:35 amSFO  San Francisco-COU Columbia Regional
9h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$376United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 7:27 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SFO San Francisco
9h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
8:36 am - 9:39 pmSFO  San Francisco-COU Columbia Regional
11h 03m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$481American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 11
American Airlines Logo
6:47 am - 4:12 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SFO San Francisco
11h 25m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 5:59 pmSFO  San Francisco-COU Columbia Regional
8h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$481American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 3:15 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SFO San Francisco
8h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 10:35 amSFO  San Francisco-COU Columbia Regional
9h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$488United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 3:35 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SFO San Francisco
9h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 8:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-COU Columbia Regional
7h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$488United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
8:53 am - 1:15 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SFO San Francisco
6h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 8:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-COU Columbia Regional
7h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$488United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to San Francisco flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to San Francisco typically range from $369 to $606. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $368, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to San Francisco. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to San Francisco?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to San Francisco at $298 round-trip.
•December ($764) and February ($619) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 156% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Columbia to San Francisco flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$222
Beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Columbia to San Francisco

When to book flights from Columbia to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbia to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Columbia to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Columbia to San Francisco:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Columbia to San Francisco?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Columbia to San Francisco. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 05m and 8h 10m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia to San Francisco?

    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 San Francisco flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to San Francisco range from $369 to $606, with an average of $467 over the past 12 months. Anything below $369 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Columbia to San Francisco 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 $368 to $1,931. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbia to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $357, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Fox

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

    Flights from Columbia to San Francisco usually depart from Columbia Regional (COU) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 51% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Columbia to San Francisco. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $426 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $547, a difference of $121.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 05m, compared with 7h 23m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 8h 10m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Columbia and San Francisco?

    San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Columbia to San Francisco 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $426, about $121 less than Friday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to San Francisco trip for March. Fares historically average $298 round-trip in that month - typically $466 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.

    • Grand Hyatt At Sfo

More options for your flight from Columbia to San Francisco

Complete your trip to San Francisco with a hotel stay or car rental