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$129+ 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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CAE
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$172
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$129
(Delta)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$378
From Houston to Columbia Metropolitan
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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 July 3, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/145:45 amIAH - CAE
1 stop8h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/165:51 pmCAE - IAH
1 stop6h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/3$172
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 7/315:00 amIAH - CAE
2 stops8h 04mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/73:08 pmCAE - IAH
1 stop7h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 8/146:00 amHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Sat 8/161:00 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/30$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 9/65:45 amIAH - CAE
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Wed 9/105:40 amCAE - IAH
1 stop4h 43mDelta
Deal found 7/1$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/128:58 amHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/163:29 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/127:58 amIAH - CAE
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/165:15 amCAE - IAH
1 stop4h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$257

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Columbia that are best for you.

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Houston

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 8/14

5:45 am-3:18 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/16

5:51 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$172

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 7/31

5:00 am-2:04 pm

2 stops8h 04m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 8/7

3:08 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$224

HoustonColumbia

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/14

6:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/16

1:00 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$249

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 9/6

5:45 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 9/10

5:40 am-9:23 am

1 stop4h 43m

$249

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 7/16

10:07 am-7:04 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 7/20

5:15 am-8:42 am

1 stop4h 27m

$283

HoustonColumbia

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/31

8:58 am-2:59 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 8/7

3:23 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$304

HoustonColumbia

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/1

6:40 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop4h 12m

$129

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 8/1

5:30 am-10:15 am

1 stop3h 45m

$129

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 8/1

7:26 pm-3:42 pm

2 stops19h 16m

$130

HoustonColumbia

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/1

8:03 pm-3:42 pm

2 stops18h 39m

$143

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Deals found on 7/3

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Houston to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 July 3, 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 evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston to Columbia?

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 July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines, and Spirit 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
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
7,982 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
8,086 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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 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.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Columbia, with prices starting at $172. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $249 and $257, respectively. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston to Columbia are Delta ($129), Spirit Airlines ($130), and American Airlines ($180).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Houston to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$242Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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