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$253+ Cheap flights from Columbia (CAE) to Clearwater, FL

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CAE — MCO
Jul 24 — Jul 311
Fri 7/24
Fri 7/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Clearwater

Cheapest flights from Columbia to Clearwater
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Clearwater. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 24, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 8/2610:22 am
CAE
-
TPA
1 stop5h 06m
United Airlines
Sat 8/299:00 am
TPA
-
CAE
1 stop5h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/21$322
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Sat 8/222:56 pm
CAE
-
TPA
1 stop5h 12m
United Airlines
Wed 8/269:00 am
TPA
-
CAE
1 stop5h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/22$328
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 8/2610:22 am
CAE
-
TPA
1 stop5h 06m
United Airlines
Wed 9/29:00 am
TPA
-
CAE
1 stop5h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/21$332
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/215:35 am
CAE
-
TPA
1 stop4h 32m
Delta
Tue 7/285:15 am
TPA
-
CAE
1 stop4h 07m
Delta
Deal found 6/19$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 10/1711:09 am
CAE
-
TPA
1 stop6h 46m
American Airlines
Wed 10/216:00 am
TPA
-
CAE
1 stop6h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/22$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Tue 9/293:03 pm
CAE
-
TPA
1 stop5h 20m
United Airlines
Sat 10/312:19 pm
TPA
-
CAE
1 stop8h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/22$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/25:35 am
CAE
-
TPA
1 stop4h 30m
Delta
Sun 8/95:15 am
TPA
-
CAE
1 stop5h 54m
Delta
Deal found 6/23$367
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/175:35 am
CAE
-
TPA
1 stop3h 19m
Delta
Thu 7/238:02 pm
TPA
-
CAE
1 stop3h 41m
Delta
Deal found 6/22$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 10/146:15 am
CAE
-
TPA
2 stops9h 01m
United Airlines
Wed 10/2112:19 pm
TPA
-
CAE
1 stop8h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/23$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Sat 10/176:15 am
CAE
-
TPA
2 stops9h 01m
United Airlines
Wed 10/219:00 am
TPA
-
CAE
2 stops12h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18$385

Find flight deals from Columbia to Clearwater

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Round-trip from

$322
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$253
(American Airlines)

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Average price

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia to Clearwater 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 June 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Clearwater that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 9/29

3:03 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Tampa

Sat 10/3

12:19 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$359
Quickest round-trip

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 8/2

5:35 am-8:54 am

1 stop3h 19m

Tampa

Sat 8/8

6:20 am-11:09 am

1 stop4h 49m

$367

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/17

6:15 am-3:16 pm

2 stops9h 01m

Tampa

Wed 10/21

9:00 am-9:11 pm

2 stops12h 11m

$385

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 10/27

6:25 am-3:32 pm

2 stops9h 07m

Tampa

Tue 11/3

7:30 am-1:37 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$403

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 7/3

6:01 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop3h 29m

Tampa

Sun 7/5

5:15 am-11:18 am

1 stop6h 03m

$447

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 10/2

6:15 am-3:16 pm

2 stops9h 01m

Tampa

Mon 10/5

9:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$468

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/12

6:25 am-3:28 pm

2 stops9h 03m

Tampa

Mon 9/14

9:00 am-2:21 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$498

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 7/3

4:10 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Tampa

Sun 7/5

8:36 am-2:07 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$507

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 7/3

6:25 am-3:15 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Tampa

Sun 7/5

7:50 am-5:05 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$553

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 7/21

6:25 am-3:25 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Tampa

Wed 7/29

9:00 am-2:16 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$602

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CAE to CL9?

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It’s optimal to fly from Columbia to Clearwater in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Clearwater

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Clearwater. 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 Clearwater. Reviews last updated June 24, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Columbia to Clearwater to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,432 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,432 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,432 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,751 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,432 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Columbia to Clearwater?

    Located just 6.5 mi from the city center, Columbia Metropolitan is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Clearwater from Columbia. Booking flights from Metropolitan (CAE) to Clearwater should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Clearwater from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Columbia to Clearwater?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Delta fly from Columbia to Clearwater in about 3h 19m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 01m. Columbia and Clearwater are separated by a distance of 420 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbia to Clearwater?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $40. While the most popular route (Columbia Metropolitan - Tampa) can be booked for $322 on average, our data indicates $219 when flying from Columbia to Clearwater.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Top 4 airlines flying from Columbia to Clearwater

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbia to Clearwater. 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 June 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$75Average$84FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$274Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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