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).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Columbia: • Economy Class • First Class

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) - 56% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 33% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 4% of one-stop connections • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 4% of one-stop connections Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the Los Angeles to Columbia route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $426 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $595, a difference of $169. 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 long is a flight from Los Angeles to Columbia?

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Columbia takes 0h 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.

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 $374 to $3,547. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x 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 $422.

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 20m, compared with 7h 27m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 7h 38m 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.

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

Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include: · Alamo · Thrifty · Dollar · Enterprise Rent-A-Car · Avis

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

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Columbia range from $392 to $605, with an average of $489 over the past 12 months. Anything below $392 counts as a good deal.

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

United Airlines ($374) and American Airlines ($379) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Columbia according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to Columbia?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the Los Angeles to Columbia route. 56% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to Columbia?

Flights via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $413. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Los Angeles to Columbia which airport offers the shortest layover?

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for Los Angeles to Columbia layovers at 268 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $375-$447

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February

Cheapest • 29% price drop

April

Most popular

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Cheapest • Avg $413 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 7h 20m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Columbia

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 10

9:30 pm - 9:47 amLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

9h 17m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:38 pm - 10:20 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

7h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$374United Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 29

7:00 am - 4:57 pmLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

6h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:21 pm - 6:45 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

9h 24m1 stop Newark

$379United Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 24

9:35 pm - 9:45 amLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

9h 10m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:48 pm - 11:51 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

7h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$379American Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27

6:00 am - 4:38 pmLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:02 pm - 4:45 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

7h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$379American Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29

10:50 pm - 9:30 amLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:28 am - 5:18 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

8h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$379Delta

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24

8:10 am - 5:14 pmLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

6h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:00 pm - 7:33 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

8h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$379Delta

Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 26

10:35 pm - 9:46 amLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

8h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:22 am - 3:32 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

8h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$379United Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26

12:54 pm - 11:05 pmLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

8:18 am - 2:03 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

8h 45m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$379American Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26

7:16 am - 11:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

12h 59m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5:20 am - 11:59 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

9h 39m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$758Alaska Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 26

7:16 am - 11:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

12h 59m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5:20 am - 11:59 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

9h 39m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$758Alaska Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Los Angeles to Columbia

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12

9:24 am - 8:09 pmLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 45m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

2:02 pm - 5:41 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

6h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$428American Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12

9:57 am - 9:48 pmLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

8h 51m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas

3:34 pm - 10:25 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

9h 51m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$556American Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Sat, Sep 5

8:00 am - 7:21 pmLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

8h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

10:58 am - 4:28 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

8h 30m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$564American Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6

7:00 am - 4:53 pmLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

6h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:55 am - 4:19 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

7h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$567Delta

Fri, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 5

9:50 pm - 9:17 amLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

8h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1:59 pm - 7:17 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

8h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$567Delta

Sun, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 19

10:35 pm - 9:43 amLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

8h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:22 am - 3:23 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

8h 01m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$579United Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7

9:30 pm - 9:17 amLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

8h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:40 am - 11:55 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

9h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$591Delta

Sun, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 19

7:16 am - 10:52 pmLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

12h 36m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5:20 am - 11:59 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

9h 39m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$825Alaska Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7

11:00 pm - 9:47 amLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 47m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7:54 pm - 9:32 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

16h 38m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$929United Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7

11:30 pm - 7:07 pmLAX Los Angeles-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

16h 37m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:38 pm - 9:32 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-LAX Los Angeles

18h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,167United Airlines

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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 from Los Angeles to Columbia with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Columbia start at $374. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $392 to $605. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $374 on United Airlines.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Columbia, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 21% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

February is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Columbia at $347 round-trip.
August ($726) and June ($607) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 109% on average.

This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Low season	July
High season	April
Cheapest flight	$374

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.

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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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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).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Columbia?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Columbia:

• Economy Class
• First Class
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) - 56% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 33% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 4% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 4% of one-stop connections

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Columbia?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the Los Angeles to Columbia route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $426 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $595, a difference of $169. 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 long is a flight from Los Angeles to Columbia?
A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Columbia takes 0h 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.
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 $374 to $3,547. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x 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 $422.
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 20m, compared with 7h 27m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 7h 38m 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.
What car rental options are available at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Alamo
· Thrifty
· Dollar
· Enterprise Rent-A-Car
· Avis
How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Columbia flight?
Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Columbia range from $392 to $605, with an average of $489 over the past 12 months. Anything below $392 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $426 - about $169 less than Monday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Columbia trip for February. Fares historically average $347 round-trip in that month - typically $379 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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