Cheap flights from Columbia to San Diego (CAE - SAN) from $143

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CAE — SAN
May 4 — May 111

The best prices from Columbia Metropolitan to San Diego are usually found in September or October, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbia to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 29, 2024.

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$288

One-way from

$148
High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
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From Columbia Metropolitan to San Diego
One-way flight from Columbia Metropolitan to San Diego

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbia to San Diego?

Tuesday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 78%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbia to San Diego?

To save up to 195% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 33 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Columbia to San Diego from $783 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $787 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to San Diego?

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to San Diego from Columbia. Prices for September average $622 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $265. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of November. Opting for a September flight can save you 15% on your journey compared to booking in November

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbia to San Diego (CAE - SAN)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbia to San Diego in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 35% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Cheap Delta flights from Columbia to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Columbia and San Diego. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Delta flights we've come across from Columbia to San Diego. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Sun 6/166:00 amCAE - SAN
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Thu 6/2012:30 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Deal found 4/28$333
Thu 7/187:04 pmCAE - SAN
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Sun 7/2110:40 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Deal found 4/28$373
Tue 6/256:00 amCAE - SAN
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Fri 6/2810:30 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Deal found 4/28$438
Tue 10/223:35 pmCAE - SAN
1 stop8h 27mDelta
Sat 10/2611:00 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/28$768
Tue 10/223:35 pmCAE - SAN
1 stop8h 27mDelta
Sat 10/267:15 pmSAN - CAE
2 stops13h 47mDelta
Deal found 4/28$1,171
Tue 10/2211:32 amCAE - SAN
2 stops8h 41mDelta
Sat 10/2611:00 amSAN - CAE
2 stops9h 59mDelta
Deal found 4/28$1,566
Tue 10/223:35 pmCAE - SAN
2 stops11h 17mDelta
Sat 10/267:15 pmSAN - CAE
2 stops13h 47mDelta
Deal found 4/28$2,364

Cheap United Airlines flights from Columbia to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Columbia and San Diego. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've found from Columbia to San Diego. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Sat 9/76:30 amCAE - SAN
1 stop8h 03mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/119:35 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop9h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$388
Wed 9/46:30 amCAE - SAN
1 stop8h 03mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/88:40 amSAN - CAE
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$398
Thu 9/510:25 amCAE - SAN
1 stop7h 43mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/94:07 pmSAN - CAE
2 stops14h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$413
Sat 9/710:25 amCAE - SAN
1 stop7h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/112:26 pmSAN - CAE
2 stops16h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$436
Thu 8/82:45 pmCAE - SAN
1 stop8h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/126:45 pmSAN - CAE
2 stops16h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$471
Thu 9/56:30 amCAE - SAN
2 stops14h 07mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/94:07 pmSAN - CAE
2 stops14h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$486
Sat 5/256:30 amCAE - SAN
2 stops17h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/293:55 pmSAN - CAE
2 stops19h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$561
Thu 8/86:30 amCAE - SAN
2 stops14h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/126:45 pmSAN - CAE
2 stops16h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$584
Tue 10/2210:25 amCAE - SAN
2 stops11h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/2611:01 amSAN - CAE
2 stops19h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$592

Cheap Columbia to San Diego flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbia to San Diego specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Prices were last updated on April 29, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Columbia to San Diego in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 5/217:17 amCAE - SAN
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/256:15 amSAN - CAE
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$285
Sat 5/254:23 pmCAE - SAN
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/299:20 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$286
Tue 5/214:11 pmCAE - SAN
2 stops8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/256:15 amSAN - CAE
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$290
Sat 5/254:13 pmCAE - SAN
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/2910:31 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$360
Sat 5/254:13 pmCAE - SAN
2 stops8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/291:32 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$365
Sat 5/259:07 amCAE - SAN
2 stops9h 19mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/2910:31 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$425
Tue 5/214:11 pmCAE - SAN
2 stops8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/257:12 amSAN - CAE
2 stops8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$430
Sat 5/256:30 amCAE - SAN
2 stops17h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/293:55 pmSAN - CAE
2 stops19h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$561
Sat 5/256:30 amCAE - SAN
2 stops13h 58mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/298:35 pmSAN - CAE
2 stops14h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$599

Columbia to San Diego 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbia and San Diego in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Columbia to San Diego in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 5/217:17 amCAE - SAN
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/256:15 amSAN - CAE
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$285
Sat 5/254:23 pmCAE - SAN
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/299:20 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$286
Tue 5/214:11 pmCAE - SAN
2 stops8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/256:15 amSAN - CAE
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$290
Mon 8/196:55 amCAE - SAN
1 stop9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/2710:10 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$295
Mon 8/194:30 pmCAE - SAN
2 stops8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/2710:10 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$301
Tue 10/225:37 amCAE - SAN
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/2611:47 amSAN - CAE
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$305
Sun 6/166:00 amCAE - SAN
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Thu 6/2012:30 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Deal found 4/28$333
Sat 5/254:13 pmCAE - SAN
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/2910:31 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$360
Sat 5/254:13 pmCAE - SAN
2 stops8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/291:32 pmSAN - CAE
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$365

One-way flights to San Diego from Columbia

Search for one-way flight options from Columbia to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Columbia to San Diego. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Columbia to San Diego instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 6/55:18 amCAE - SAN
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$143
Wed 6/56:43 pmCAE - SAN
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/29$148
Wed 6/54:28 pmCAE - SAN
2 stops8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$244
Sat 6/155:18 amCAE - SAN
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$268
Wed 6/54:28 pmCAE - SAN
2 stops8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$298
Sat 6/155:18 amCAE - SAN
2 stops9h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$313
Sun 6/164:28 pmCAE - SAN
2 stops8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$314
Sat 6/156:30 amCAE - SAN
3 stops20h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$474
Wed 6/56:30 amCAE - SAN
3 stops20h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$519

Find flights from Columbia to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2024.

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$285 - $398

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Price

Columbia MetropolitanSan Diego

CAE - SAN

CAESAN

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 5/21

1 stop8h 39m

San Diego

Sat 5/25

1 stop6h 28m

$285

Columbia MetropolitanSan Diego

CAE - SAN

CAESAN

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 5/25

1 stop8h 40m

San Diego

Wed 5/29

1 stop8h 22m

$286

Columbia MetropolitanSan Diego

CAE - SAN

CAESAN

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 5/21

2 stops8h 52m

San Diego

Sat 5/25

1 stop6h 28m

$290

Columbia MetropolitanSan Diego

CAE - SAN

CAESAN

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 8/19

1 stop9h 40m

San Diego

Tue 8/27

1 stop7h 21m

$295

Columbia MetropolitanSan Diego

CAE - SAN

CAESAN

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 8/19

2 stops8h 16m

San Diego

Tue 8/27

1 stop7h 21m

$301

Columbia MetropolitanSan Diego

CAE - SAN

CAESAN

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/16

1 stop6h 34m

San Diego

Thu 6/20

1 stop8h 29m

$333

Columbia MetropolitanSan Diego

CAE - SAN

CAESAN

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 7/18

1 stop7h 33m

San Diego

Sun 7/21

1 stop8h 26m

$373

Columbia MetropolitanSan Diego

CAE - SAN

CAESAN

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/7

1 stop8h 03m

San Diego

Wed 9/11

1 stop9h 15m

$388

Columbia MetropolitanSan Diego

CAE - SAN

CAESAN

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 9/4

1 stop8h 03m

San Diego

Sun 9/8

1 stop7h 57m

$398

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Deals found on 4/28

When is the best time to book a flight from Columbia to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbia to San Diego. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Columbia to San Diego is 32 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbia to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbia to San Diego. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbia to San Diego flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Diego by month

Plan your trip from Columbia to San Diego by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Columbia to San Diego is currently $302 while a round-trip flight costs $328. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to San Diego (average of $288). Flying from Columbia to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$292

February

$297

March

$339

April

$303

May

$308

June

$364

July

$363

August

$312

September

$299

October

$288

November

$334

December

$306

Temperature and rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SAN

Temperature

57.2 - 71.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Diego. Reviews last updated April 29, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Columbia to San Diego. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,913 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

8.1
Very good
10,913 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,913 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

7.4
Good
11,202 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,913 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

7.3
Good
14,834 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,913 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Columbia to San Diego for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbia to San Diego for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $285, but on average you can expect to pay $362.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbia to San Diego round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbia to San Diego is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $285 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $333 and $388 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbia to San Diego one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $143 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $148 and United Airlines from $474 one-way.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbia to San Diego?

  • What does CAE to SAN mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Columbia Metropolitan Airport to San Diego Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a CAE to SAN flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbia to San Diego that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbia to San Diego flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbia to San Diego flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbia to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbia to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbia to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbia to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbia to San Diego by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbia to San Diego that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbia to San Diego offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbia to San Diego?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbia to San Diego flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbia to San Diego flight deals updated?

    The Columbia to San Diego flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/29.

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