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Cheapest round-trip
$349
Typical prices: $318-$508
American Airlines
Wed 11/7Sun 11/11
SAT - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$319
Typical prices: $280-$436
United Airlines
Sat 10/20
SAT - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Antonio and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 26% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $267 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Antonio to Columbia (SAT-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Antonio to Columbia

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
American Airlines Logo
5:47 pm - 11:25 pmSAT  San Antonio-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 10:56 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAT San Antonio
6h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$349American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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6:00 pm - 11:56 pmSAT  San Antonio-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:18 pm - 10:57 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAT San Antonio
6h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$349American Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30
Delta Logo
10:45 am - 4:28 pmSAT  San Antonio-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:00 pm - 5:18 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAT San Antonio
6h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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5:30 am - 10:43 amSAT  San Antonio-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:11 pm - 11:26 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAT San Antonio
7h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 1:15 pmSAT  San Antonio-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:59 pm - 7:48 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAT San Antonio
6h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:04 pmSAT  San Antonio-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 11:55 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAT San Antonio
5h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$349American Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 2:16 pmSAT  San Antonio-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 46m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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10:12 am - 5:39 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAT San Antonio
8h 27m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$354United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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12:24 pm - 7:08 pmSAT  San Antonio-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 44m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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12:22 pm - 11:38 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAT San Antonio
12h 16m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$354United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 2:03 pmSAT  San Antonio-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 58m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:18 pm - 10:00 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAT San Antonio
5h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$373American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:17 pmSAT  San Antonio-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 17m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:37 am - 9:26 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAT San Antonio
11h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$390United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Antonio to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Antonio to Columbia typically range from $318 to $508. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $349, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Antonio to Columbia. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 40% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from San Antonio to Columbia at $293 round-trip.
•April ($527) and July ($418) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 79% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San Antonio to Columbia flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$319
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from San Antonio to Columbia

When to book flights from San Antonio to Columbia

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from San Antonio to Columbia takes 00m, covering 1,061 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Antonio to Columbia range from $318 to $508, with an average of $398 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Antonio 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 $349 to $1,571. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Antonio to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $586, which is 85% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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

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

    Flights from San Antonio to Columbia usually depart from San Antonio (SAT) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 68% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from San Antonio to Columbia. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $321 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $560, a difference of $239.

    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 San Antonio to Columbia?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 05m, compared with 5h 14m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 27m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

    Columbia is 1 hour ahead of San Antonio (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking San Antonio 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $321, about $239 less than Sunday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Antonio to Columbia trip for March. Fares historically average $293 round-trip in that month - typically $234 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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