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$161+ Cheap flights from Columbia to Charlotte (CAE - CLT)

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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — CLT
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Charlotte

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) to Charlotte (CLT). 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 July 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$212
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$161
(Mytrip)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$445

Good round-trip deal

$350 or less

Good one-way deal

$196 or less
From Columbia Metropolitan to Charlotte Douglas
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Cheapest flights from Columbia to Charlotte
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Charlotte. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/305:51 pmCAE - CLT
1 stop5h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/316:00 amCLT - CAE
1 stop6h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$212
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2511:39 amCAE - CLT
1 stop12h 16mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/19:28 pmCLT - CAE
2 stops19h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/27$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/258:05 pmCAE - CLT
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/2812:48 pmCLT - CAE
Nonstop1h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$391
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/311:04 amCAE - CLT
1 stop10h 33mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/55:30 pmCLT - CAE
1 stop16h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$479

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia to Charlotte 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Charlotte that are best for you.

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Columbia

Fly to

Charlotte

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaCharlotte

CAE - CLT

CAECLT

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/30

5:51 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-12:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$212

ColumbiaCharlotte

CAE - CLT

CAECLT

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 8/25

11:39 am-11:55 pm

1 stop12h 16m

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 9/1

9:28 pm-5:01 pm

2 stops19h 33m

$251

ColumbiaCharlotte

CAE - CLT

CAECLT

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/25

8:05 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 10/28

12:48 pm-1:51 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

$391

ColumbiaCharlotte

CAE - CLT

CAECLT

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 9/3

11:04 am-9:37 pm

1 stop10h 33m

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 9/5

5:30 pm-10:23 am

1 stop16h 53m

$479

ColumbiaCharlotte

CAE - CLT

CAECLT

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/9

6:04 pm-7:53 am

1 stop13h 49m

$161

ColumbiaCharlotte

CAE - CLT

CAECLT

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/25

7:00 am-8:15 am

1 stop25h 15m

$168

ColumbiaCharlotte

CAE - CLT

CAECLT

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 10/24

4:14 pm-9:56 am

1 stop17h 42m

$239

ColumbiaCharlotte

CAE - CLT

CAECLT

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 8/25

6:30 am-10:26 am

1 stop27h 56m

$352

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Deals found on 7/27

Best time to book a flight from Columbia to Charlotte

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbia to Charlotte

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbia to Charlotte?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Charlotte (average of $248). Flying from Columbia to Charlotte in March is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CAE to CLT?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia to Charlotte. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbia to Charlotte in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbia to Charlotte?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbia to Charlotte. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbia to Charlotte flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Columbia to Charlotte

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbia to Charlotte. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 28, 2025.

The most flights from CAE to CLT are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Charlotte

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Charlotte. 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 Charlotte. Reviews last updated July 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbia to Charlotte. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,893 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,034 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbia to Charlotte. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Columbia to Charlotte?

    You will need to book a flight from Columbia Metropolitan to Charlotte Douglas if you want to fly from Columbia to Charlotte. At least 1 airline has flights from Metropolitan (CAE) to Douglas (CLT) on a regular basis. There are 8 flights to Charlotte from the Columbia airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from CAE to CLT to be around 5h 07m.

  • How popular is this Columbia to Charlotte flight route?

    This flight path from Columbia Metropolitan to Charlotte Douglas was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbia to Charlotte round-trip from $251. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $391, and United Airlines, from $479. Spirit Airlines is priced at 46% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $161 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $168 and $239, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbia to Charlotte?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Columbia to Charlotte on time: PSA Airlines (88%), American Airlines (75%), Piedmont Airlines (68%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbia to Charlotte?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $139. While the most popular route (Columbia Metropolitan - Charlotte Douglas) can be booked for $212 on average our data indicates $362 when flying from Columbia to Charlotte.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbia to Charlotte?

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbia to Charlotte?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Charlotte (average of $248). Flying from Columbia to Charlotte in March is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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.

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Top airline flying from Columbia to Charlotte

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Columbia to Charlotte. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$368Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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