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$165+ Cheap flights from Houston to Columbia (CAE)

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CAE
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Columbia

Cheapest flights from Houston to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/267:00 amIAH - CAE
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Mon 12/293:00 pmCAE - IAH
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/22$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/232:53 pmIAH - CAE
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/253:37 pmCAE - IAH
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:40 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop3h 58mDelta
Sat 12/276:34 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/21$394
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3112:09 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/56:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/227:00 amIAH - CAE
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Sat 12/276:34 pmCAE - IAH
1 stop6h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/21$424
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:38 pmIAH - CAE
1 stop4h 00mDelta
Fri 12/265:36 pmCAE - IAH
1 stop4h 39mDelta
Deal found 12/21$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/312:20 pmIAH - CAE
1 stop9h 06mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/52:30 pmCAE - IAH
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$557
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3112:15 pmIAH - CAE
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/52:35 pmCAE - IAH
2 stops8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$578
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:00 amIAH - CAE
1 stop5h 17mDelta
Sat 12/276:34 pmCAE - IAH
1 stop6h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/21$579
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2612:09 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/286:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$598
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:37 amIAH - CAE
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/289:05 amCAE - IAH
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$598
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Fri 12/262:53 pmIAH - CAE
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/299:05 amCAE - IAH
2 stops7h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$603

Find flight deals from Houston to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 December 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(Delta)

One-way from

$165
(American Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$458
From Houston to Columbia Metropolitan
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Houston

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/20

7:00 am-3:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 1/27

12:45 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$259

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/14

8:07 am-3:25 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/16

7:44 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$269

HoustonColumbia

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Thu 2/19

10:50 am-6:05 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/24

5:35 am-10:01 am

1 stop5h 26m

$269

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/19

7:05 am-2:21 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/24

3:09 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$269

HoustonColumbia

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/6

6:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/10

1:09 pm-6:06 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$279

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/9

10:20 am-5:39 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/11

6:18 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 03m

$279

HoustonColumbia

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Thu 2/19

12:17 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/24

12:09 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops8h 46m

$308

HoustonColumbia

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/8

2:32 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 4/11

5:29 am-9:30 am

1 stop5h 01m

$313

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/9

7:15 am-11:58 am

1 stop3h 43m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 1/9

5:09 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$379

HoustonColumbia

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/9

6:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 1/9

4:57 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$379

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Columbia

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Columbia (average of $48). Flying from Houston to Columbia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $168). 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 HOU to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston to Columbia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

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 December 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Houston to Columbia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Columbia. 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 into for flights to Columbia from Houston?

    For a flight from Houston to Columbia, you will be flying into Metropolitan. Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is just 6.5 mi from the center of the city. Metropolitan is the only Columbia airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Houston per day. 2 airlines have flights to Columbia Metropolitan from Houston on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Columbia?

    For as low as $269, Delta can have you in Columbia from Houston in 6h 18m. The distance from Houston to Columbia is about 876 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Columbia, with prices starting at $248. Another option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $248 round trip. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to Columbia 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 Houston to Columbia?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Columbia (average of $48). Flying from Houston to Columbia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $168). 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 2 airlines flying from Houston to Columbia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Columbia. 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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