Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE): what you need to know
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SAN to CAE flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between SAN and CAE:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight is R 6,367. A return ticket right now is R 6,533. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from SAN to CAE, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from San Diego International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SAN to CAE by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Diego International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
74% of flights departing from San Diego International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to San Diego International Airport from central San Diego, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to SAN? If you've booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
If you have a late San Diego International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near CAE:
Go where the road takes you with a Columbia Metropolitan Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Enterprise and see more of Columbia and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Columbia Metropolitan Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to central Columbia
You'll find CAE at 125-A Summer Lake.
From Columbia Metropolitan Airport, Columbia is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
The quietest month for a flight from San Diego International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport is March, while October is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Columbia based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from San Diego International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Columbia, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAN to CAE in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Columbia, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 418 kilometres south to Jacksonville to check off its popular sights. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 137 kilometres north of Columbia, Charlotte is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
