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Cheapest round-trip
$399
Typical prices: $398-$577
American Airlines
Wed 11/7Tue 11/13
SFO - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$371
Typical prices: $261-$489
Delta
Sun 12/9
SFO - CAE • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 32% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $462 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Columbia (SFO-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Columbia

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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5:00 am - 4:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 55m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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1:50 pm - 7:23 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SFO San Francisco
8h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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8:30 am - 9:12 pmSFO  San Francisco-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
9h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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10:14 am - 4:51 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SFO San Francisco
9h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$399American Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Wed, Mar 17
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11:59 pm - 11:08 amSFO  San Francisco-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:20 pm - 7:37 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SFO San Francisco
9h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$399Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Apr 3
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2:00 pm - 11:51 pmSFO  San Francisco-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:10 pm - 9:35 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SFO San Francisco
7h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$399Delta
Thu, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 28
United Airlines Logo
6:35 am - 4:56 pmSFO  San Francisco-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:17 am - 4:27 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SFO San Francisco
9h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 3:38 pmSFO  San Francisco-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 38m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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1:47 pm - 6:32 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SFO San Francisco
7h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Tue, Apr 6
Delta Logo
11:59 pm - 11:08 amSFO  San Francisco-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:59 pm - 9:35 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SFO San Francisco
9h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$399Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
United Airlines Logo
9:28 pm - 9:59 amSFO  San Francisco-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
9h 31m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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10:16 am - 5:47 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SFO San Francisco
10h 31m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$471United Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Mar 10
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9:53 am - 11:39 pmSFO  San Francisco-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
10h 46m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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5:44 am - 3:49 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SFO San Francisco
13h 05m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$692Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Mar 9
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9:53 am - 11:39 pmSFO  San Francisco-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
10h 46m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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5:44 am - 2:55 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SFO San Francisco
12h 11m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Los Angeles
$692Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Columbia typically range from $398 to $577. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $399, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Columbia. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Columbia at $329 round-trip.
•November ($672) and June ($588) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 104% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for San Francisco to Columbia flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$371
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 29% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Columbia

When to book flights from San Francisco to Columbia

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Columbia:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Columbia takes 00m, covering 2,306 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Columbia range from $398 to $577, with an average of $482 over the past 12 months. Anything below $398 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco 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 $399 to $2,832. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $401, which is 27% 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 Francisco to Columbia?

    Flights from San Francisco to Columbia usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from San Francisco to Columbia. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $447 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $528, a difference of $81.

    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 Francisco to Columbia?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 47m, compared with 7h 59m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 8h 25m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

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

Your guide to booking San Francisco 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $447, about $81 less than Friday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Columbia trip for January. Fares historically average $329 round-trip in that month - typically $343 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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