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Cheapest round-trip
$409
Typical prices: $401-$618
Delta
Sat 12/1Wed 12/5
LAX - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$399
Typical prices: $382-$447
American Airlines
Sat 12/8
LAX - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 28% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $472 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 7h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Columbia (LAX-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Columbia

Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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11:59 pm - 9:24 amLAX  Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 pm - 9:40 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles
7h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$409Delta
Tue, Dec 29 - Mon, Jan 4
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10:27 pm - 10:01 amLAX  Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 34m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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7:30 pm - 1:15 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles
8h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$409United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:00 am - 4:34 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:10 pm - 9:43 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles
7h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$419American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
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2:00 pm - 11:24 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 am - 10:25 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles
8h 25m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$419American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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10:57 am - 11:23 pmLAX  Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
9h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:14 am - 4:49 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles
9h 35m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$419American Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 24
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10:59 pm - 10:07 amLAX  Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:16 pm - 9:22 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles
8h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$419Delta
Wed, Jan 6 - Sun, Jan 10
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12:40 pm - 12:45 amLAX  Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
9h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 am - 1:12 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles
9h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$419United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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10:59 pm - 11:08 amLAX  Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
9h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:50 pm - 12:54 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles
8h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$419Delta
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
United Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 12:45 amLAX  Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
9h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:45 am - 3:32 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles
8h 47m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$419United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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11:59 pm - 9:24 amLAX  Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 pm - 9:40 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles
7h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$419Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Columbia 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 Los Angeles to Columbia?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Columbia typically range from $401 to $618. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $409, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Columbia. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 42% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Columbia?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Columbia at $366 round-trip.
•August ($673) and October ($646) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 83% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Los Angeles to Columbia flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$399
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 43% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Columbia

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Columbia

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Columbia.

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

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

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

    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 Los Angeles to Columbia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Columbia range from $401 to $618, with an average of $510 over the past 12 months. Anything below $401 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Columbia 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 $3,419. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Columbia are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $417.

  • What car rental options are available at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?

    Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Los Angeles to Columbia. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $478 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $726, a difference of $248.

    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 Los Angeles to Columbia?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 25m, compared with 7h 26m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 7h 29m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

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

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Columbia 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $478, about $248 less than Monday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Columbia trip for January. Fares historically average $366 round-trip in that month - typically $307 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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