Cheap flights from St. Louis to Columbia (STL - CAE) from $198

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/28. 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.
STL — CAE
May 2 — May 91

The best prices from Lambert-St Louis to Columbia Metropolitan are usually found in September or April, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) to Columbia (CAE). 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 27, 2024.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$347

Round-trip from

$330
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 17% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From Lambert-St Louis to Columbia Metropolitan

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from St. Louis to Columbia?

Leaving on a Friday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 80% on the overall cost on flights from St. Louis to Columbia.

How far in advance should I book a flight from St. Louis to Columbia?

To save up to 109% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 39 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from St. Louis to Columbia from $467 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $555 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Columbia?

The best pricing can be found in the month of September. Prices to Columbia from St. Louis average $411. You can even find prices in September for less than $411, as users have found deals to Columbia from as low as $272. The month of January appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Columbia from St. Louis. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 24%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from St. Louis to Columbia (STL - CAE)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from St. Louis to Columbia in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Cheap Delta flights from St. Louis to Columbia

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between St. Louis and Columbia. 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 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Delta flights heading from St. Louis to Columbia. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Sat 9/282:05 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Tue 10/16:00 amCAE - STL
1 stop3h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/25$198
Wed 5/297:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Thu 5/306:00 amCAE - STL
1 stop3h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/26$213
Fri 7/121:10 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Sun 7/1410:56 amCAE - STL
1 stop6h 24mDelta
Deal found 4/26$248
Thu 5/167:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Mon 5/206:43 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 4/26$253
Sat 5/44:45 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Wed 5/87:00 amCAE - STL
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/26$282
Fri 5/1712:59 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Mon 5/206:43 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 4/26$326
Tue 5/146:30 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Fri 5/176:43 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 4/27$425
Sat 5/46:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop3h 19mDelta
Sun 5/56:00 amCAE - STL
1 stop3h 56mDelta
Deal found 4/26$445
Sat 5/410:01 amSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Wed 5/86:00 amCAE - STL
2 stops12h 16mDelta
Deal found 4/26$540

Cheap United Airlines flights from St. Louis to Columbia

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between St. Louis and Columbia. 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 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest United Airlines flights traveling from St. Louis to Columbia. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Thu 5/26:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/45:00 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$366
Sat 5/43:15 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/105:00 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$395
Fri 5/176:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/202:40 pmCAE - STL
2 stops24h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$442
Wed 5/296:30 amSTL - CAE
2 stops12h 01mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/306:30 amCAE - STL
1 stop6h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$475
Tue 5/71:00 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/105:00 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$537
Thu 5/98:05 amSTL - CAE
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/105:00 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$553
Thu 5/166:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/202:40 pmCAE - STL
2 stops26h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$567
Fri 5/174:57 pmSTL - CAE
2 stops20h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/202:40 pmCAE - STL
2 stops20h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$579
Fri 5/106:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/105:00 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$582

Cheap St. Louis to Columbia flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from St. Louis to Columbia specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Prices were last updated on April 27, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from St. Louis to Columbia in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 5/297:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Thu 5/306:00 amCAE - STL
1 stop3h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/26$213
Thu 5/167:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Mon 5/206:43 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 4/26$253
Sat 5/44:45 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Wed 5/87:00 amCAE - STL
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/26$282
Tue 4/308:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/77:39 pmCAE - STL
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$294
Wed 5/15:00 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Sat 5/46:00 amCAE - STL
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Deal found 4/26$296
Fri 5/175:04 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/207:39 pmCAE - STL
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$297
Fri 5/1712:59 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Mon 5/206:43 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 4/26$326
Thu 5/26:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/45:00 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$366
Thu 5/25:15 amSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/67:39 pmCAE - STL
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$381

St. Louis to Columbia 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between St. Louis and Columbia in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from St. Louis to Columbia in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sat 9/282:05 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Tue 10/16:00 amCAE - STL
1 stop3h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/25$198
Wed 5/297:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Thu 5/306:00 amCAE - STL
1 stop3h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/26$213
Fri 7/121:10 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Sun 7/1410:56 amCAE - STL
1 stop6h 24mDelta
Deal found 4/26$248
Thu 5/167:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Mon 5/206:43 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 4/26$253
Sat 5/42:27 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop3h 28mDelta
Mon 5/65:58 pmCAE - STL
1 stop6h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/26$282
Tue 4/308:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/77:39 pmCAE - STL
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$294
Wed 5/15:00 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Sat 5/46:00 amCAE - STL
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Deal found 4/26$296
Fri 5/175:04 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/207:39 pmCAE - STL
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$297
Fri 5/1712:59 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Mon 5/206:43 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 4/26$326

St. Louis to Columbia flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from St. Louis to Columbia for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from St. Louis to Columbia departing last-minute. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Sat 5/44:45 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Wed 5/87:00 amCAE - STL
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/26$282
Thu 5/26:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/45:00 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$366
Thu 5/25:15 amSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/67:39 pmCAE - STL
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$381
Sat 5/43:15 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/105:00 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$395
Sat 5/46:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop3h 19mDelta
Sun 5/56:00 amCAE - STL
1 stop3h 56mDelta
Deal found 4/26$445
Tue 5/71:00 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/105:00 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$537
Sat 5/410:01 amSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Wed 5/86:00 amCAE - STL
2 stops12h 16mDelta
Deal found 4/26$540
Sun 5/58:05 amSTL - CAE
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/105:00 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$553
Sat 5/45:15 amSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/42:34 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$569

Find flights from St. Louis to Columbia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from St. Louis to Columbia 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 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$198 - $475

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Lambert-St LouisColumbia Metropolitan

STL - CAE

STLCAE

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/28

1 stop4h 25m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 10/1

1 stop3h 51m

$198

Lambert-St LouisColumbia Metropolitan

STL - CAE

STLCAE

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/29

1 stop4h 38m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 5/30

1 stop3h 54m

$213

Lambert-St LouisColumbia Metropolitan

STL - CAE

STLCAE

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 7/12

1 stop8h 25m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 7/14

1 stop6h 24m

$248

Lambert-St LouisColumbia Metropolitan

STL - CAE

STLCAE

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/16

1 stop6h 18m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 5/20

1 stop5h 57m

$253

Lambert-St LouisColumbia Metropolitan

STL - CAE

STLCAE

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 5/17

1 stop5h 46m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 5/20

1 stop4h 43m

$297

Lambert-St LouisColumbia Metropolitan

STL - CAE

STLCAE

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 5/17

1 stop8h 20m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 5/20

1 stop5h 57m

$326

Lambert-St LouisColumbia Metropolitan

STL - CAE

STLCAE

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 8/2

1 stop4h 53m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 8/4

1 stop5h 12m

$437

Lambert-St LouisColumbia Metropolitan

STL - CAE

STLCAE

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 5/17

1 stop7h 29m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 5/20

2 stops24h 43m

$442

Lambert-St LouisColumbia Metropolitan

STL - CAE

STLCAE

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/29

2 stops12h 01m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 5/30

1 stop6h 43m

$475

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Deals found on 4/25

When is the best time to book a flight from St. Louis to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Columbia. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights from St. Louis to Columbia is 38 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 St. Louis to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from St. Louis to Columbia. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their St. Louis to Columbia flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons 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 Columbia by month

Plan your trip from St. Louis to Columbia by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from St. Louis to Columbia is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $321. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Columbia (average of $330). Flying from St. Louis to Columbia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $429). 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

$330

February

$336

March

$384

April

$414

May

$429

June

$414

July

$395

August

$359

September

$364

October

$370

November

$378

December

$341

Temperature and rainfall in Columbia by month

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

CAE

Temperature

44.6 - 82.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbia. 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 Columbia. Reviews last updated April 27, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from St. Louis to Columbia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

8.1
Very good
10,951 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.4
Good
11,228 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.3
Good
14,875 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from St. Louis to Columbia for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from St. Louis to Columbia for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $198, but on average you can expect to pay $451.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from St. Louis to Columbia for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from St. Louis to Columbia within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from St. Louis to Columbia round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Columbia, with prices starting at $198. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $297 and $442, respectively. Users have found that Delta is 51% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does STL to CAE mean?

    STL stands for Lambert-St Louis Airport, while CAE stands for Columbia Metropolitan Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

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    The amount of baggage you can bring on your St. Louis to Columbia 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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    Many airlines flying from St. Louis to Columbia 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.

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    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on St. Louis to Columbia 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.

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    The St. Louis to Columbia flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/26.

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Top 2 airlines flying from St. Louis to Columbia

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American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$227Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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