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Cheapest round-trip
$409
Typical prices: $527-$595
American Airlines
Tue 10/2Sat 10/6
COU - SJC • 1 stop
When to travel
March
Cheapest • 10% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $439 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to San Jose (COU-SJC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to San Jose

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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4:51 pm - 10:01 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SJC San Jose
7h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 8:55 pmSJC  San Jose-COU Columbia Regional
12h 55m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$409American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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4:51 pm - 10:01 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SJC San Jose
7h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 4:44 pmSJC  San Jose-COU Columbia Regional
8h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$438American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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4:51 pm - 10:01 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SJC San Jose
7h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 8:55 pmSJC  San Jose-COU Columbia Regional
12h 55m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$444American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4
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4:51 pm - 10:01 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SJC San Jose
7h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:08 pm - 9:58 amSJC  San Jose-COU Columbia Regional
12h 50m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$444American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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9:01 am - 1:18 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SJC San Jose
6h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:14 pm - 10:58 pmSJC  San Jose-COU Columbia Regional
6h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$468United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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9:01 am - 1:18 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SJC San Jose
6h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:45 am - 10:58 pmSJC  San Jose-COU Columbia Regional
12h 13m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$474United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
4:51 pm - 10:01 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SJC San Jose
7h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 4:44 pmSJC  San Jose-COU Columbia Regional
8h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$483American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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4:51 pm - 10:01 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-SJC San Jose
7h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 5:54 pmSJC  San Jose-COU Columbia Regional
9h 54m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$489American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to San Jose flights

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to San Jose start at $409. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $527 to $595. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $409 on American Airlines.

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Key details for Columbia to San Jose flights

Low season

January
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 16% increase in price.

When to book flights from Columbia to San Jose

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbia to San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose?

    Flights from Columbia to San Jose usually depart from Columbia Regional (COU) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbia to San Jose.

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Columbia to San Jose route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 48%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $488 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $935: a $447 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Jose?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Civic Auditorium. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Columbia to San Jose. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 06m and 7h 16m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 San Jose 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 $409 to $1,168. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 06m, compared with 7h 13m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 16m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

    San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Fox
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to San Jose range from $527 to $595, with an average of $527 over the past 12 months. Anything below $527 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbia to San Jose 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $488 - about $447 less than Monday (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to San Jose trip for March. Fares historically average $473 round-trip in that month - typically $462 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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 Jose Airport.
    - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
    - DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose
    - Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

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