SJC - CAE

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Cheapest round-trip
$419
Typical prices: $447-$861
American Airlines
Sun 12/9Fri 12/14
SJC - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$210
Typical prices: $319-$483
American Airlines
Mon 11/26
SJC - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between San Jose and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 31% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $588 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Columbia (SJC-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Jose to Columbia

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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11:56 am - 11:23 pmSJC  San Jose-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:49 am - 2:08 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SJC San Jose
9h 19m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$419American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
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12:00 pm - 11:24 pmSJC  San Jose-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:10 pm - 10:12 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SJC San Jose
8h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$419American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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11:56 am - 11:23 pmSJC  San Jose-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:49 am - 2:08 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SJC San Jose
9h 19m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$429American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:30 am - 5:14 pmSJC  San Jose-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:53 am - 10:22 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SJC San Jose
13h 29m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$497Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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5:54 pm - 11:08 amSJC  San Jose-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
14h 14m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:46 pm - 10:13 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SJC San Jose
9h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$507Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:30 pmSJC  San Jose-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
12h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 10:12 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SJC San Jose
8h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$512American Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Sun, Jan 10
Delta Logo
2:25 pm - 11:49 pmSJC  San Jose-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:53 pm - 10:12 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SJC San Jose
7h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$519Delta
Mon, Jan 4 - Sun, Jan 10
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11:00 pm - 2:24 pmSJC  San Jose-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
12h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:15 am - 12:09 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SJC San Jose
8h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$554United Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30
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8:45 am - 12:45 amSJC  San Jose-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
13h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:45 am - 9:03 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SJC San Jose
14h 18m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl
$584United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
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8:45 am - 9:11 pmSJC  San Jose-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
9h 26m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 am - 3:07 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SJC San Jose
11h 52m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$584United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Jose to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Columbia typically range from $447 to $861. 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 Jose 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 Jose to Columbia. It’s 24% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 57% higher.

Key details for San Jose to Columbia flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$210
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 27% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Jose to Columbia

When to book flights from San Jose to Columbia

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from San Jose to Columbia takes 00m, covering 2,284 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Jose to Columbia range from $447 to $861, with an average of $528 over the past 12 months. Anything below $447 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Jose 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 $2,912. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Jose to Columbia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $377, which is 18% 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 $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from San Jose to Columbia usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 74% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 52% on flights from San Jose to Columbia. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $406 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $832, a difference of $426.

    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 Jose to Columbia?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 51m, compared with 7h 57m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 9h 16m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

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

Your guide to booking San Jose 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 $406, about $426 less than Sunday fares (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to Columbia trip for March. Fares historically average $366 round-trip in that month - typically $564 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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