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Cheapest round-trip
$419
Typical prices: $412-$671
American Airlines
Sun 2/4Wed 2/7
SAN - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$210
Typical prices: $364-$446
American Airlines
Thu 11/22
SAN - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
July
Cheapest • 22% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $553 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Columbia (SAN-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Columbia

Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7
American Airlines Logo
12:29 pm - 10:26 pmSAN  San Diego-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:43 pm - 8:54 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAN San Diego
10h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$419American Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Jan 5
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6:15 am - 4:28 pmSAN  San Diego-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:31 pm - 9:51 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAN San Diego
10h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$419American Airlines
Fri, Mar 26 - Mon, Mar 29
Delta Logo
9:40 pm - 9:25 amSAN  San Diego-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
4:10 pm - 11:03 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAN San Diego
9h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$419Delta
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7
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10:20 pm - 10:07 amSAN  San Diego-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:15 pm - 11:33 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAN San Diego
7h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$419Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
American Airlines Logo
9:45 pm - 8:29 amSAN  San Diego-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 44m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:53 am - 11:18 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAN San Diego
7h 25m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$419American Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Thu, Mar 4
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:55 pmSAN  San Diego-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:26 pm - 11:58 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAN San Diego
7h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$419American Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 7
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 3:28 pmSAN  San Diego-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
2:34 pm - 8:50 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAN San Diego
9h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$419Delta
Wed, Mar 17 - Wed, Mar 31
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 9:17 pmSAN  San Diego-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
11h 47m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:25 pm - 9:57 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAN San Diego
7h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$464United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7
United Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 9:03 pmSAN  San Diego-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
11h 18m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 11:21 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAN San Diego
8h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$484United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
United Airlines Logo
9:39 pm - 9:59 amSAN  San Diego-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
9h 20m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:29 pm - 10:33 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SAN San Diego
11h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$506United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego 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 San Diego to Columbia?

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Columbia typically range from $412 to $671. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $419, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Columbia. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 37% higher.

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

•July is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Columbia at $430 round-trip.
•November ($684) and June ($662) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% 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 Diego to Columbia flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$210
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Diego to Columbia

When to book flights from San Diego to Columbia

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Columbia takes 00m, covering 2,072 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Columbia range from $412 to $671, with an average of $551 over the past 12 months. Anything below $412 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Diego 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 $419 to $2,846. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Diego to Columbia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $372, which is 7% below 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 averaging $70 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from San Diego to Columbia usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 55% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from San Diego to Columbia. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $447 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $756, a difference of $309.

    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 Diego to Columbia?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 12m, compared with 7h 14m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 34m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

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

Your guide to booking San Diego 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $447, about $309 less than Sunday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Columbia trip for July. Fares historically average $430 round-trip in that month - typically $254 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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