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$149+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CAE
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$306
From Iowa to Columbia Metropolitan
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/155:29 pmDSM - CAE
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/227:34 pmCAE - DSM
1 stop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$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.
Fri 10/312:39 pmCID - CAE
2 stops9h 28mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/156:48 pmCAE - CID
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$254
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/165:44 amDSM - CAE
1 stop5h 35mDelta
Sat 8/237:45 amCAE - DSM
2 stops10h 59mDelta
Deal found 7/2$254
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.
Tue 10/76:00 amOMA - CAE
1 stop8h 21mDelta
Sat 10/115:40 amCAE - OMA
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Deal found 6/30$259
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/183:38 pmDSM - CAE
1 stop5h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/222:57 pmCAE - DSM
2 stops7h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$264
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/65:57 amCID - CAE
1 stop5h 22mDelta
Tue 9/95:40 amCAE - CID
2 stops6h 50mDelta
Deal found 7/2$265
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.
Thu 7/177:00 amOMA - CAE
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/97:04 amCAE - OMA
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$274
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/186:30 amDSM - CAE
1 stop8h 12mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/222:59 pmCAE - DSM
3 stops24h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$348
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.
Wed 8/61:28 pmOMA - CAE
3 stops23h 36mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/84:37 pmCAE - OMA
3 stops27h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$359
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/157:45 amSUX - CAE
2 stops10h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/185:24 pmCAE - SUX
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$399
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/73:17 pmOMA - CAE
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/142:53 pmCAE - OMA
2 stops7h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$413
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/43:55 pmMLI - CAE
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/64:12 pmCAE - MLI
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$417

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 Iowa to Columbia that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesColumbia

DSM - CAE

DSMCAE

Des Moines

Fri 8/15

5:29 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop4h 33m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 8/22

7:34 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$249

Des MoinesColumbia

DSM - CAE

DSMCAE

Des Moines

Sat 8/16

5:44 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/23

7:45 am-5:44 pm

2 stops10h 59m

$254

Cedar RapidsColumbia

CID - CAE

CIDCAE

Cedar Rapids

Fri 10/3

12:39 pm-11:07 pm

2 stops9h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 10/15

6:48 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$254

OmahaColumbia

OMA - CAE

OMACAE

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 8/1

6:30 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 8/3

5:35 am-9:37 am

1 stop5h 02m

$259

Des MoinesColumbia

DSM - CAE

DSMCAE

Des Moines

Fri 7/18

3:38 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 7/22

2:57 pm-9:47 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$264

Cedar RapidsColumbia

CID - CAE

CIDCAE

Cedar Rapids

Sat 9/6

5:57 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 9/9

5:40 am-11:30 am

2 stops6h 50m

$265

OmahaColumbia

OMA - CAE

OMACAE

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 7/17

7:00 am-3:32 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/9

7:04 am-2:51 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$274

Des MoinesColumbia

DSM - CAE

DSMCAE

Des Moines

Fri 7/18

6:30 am-3:42 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 7/22

2:59 pm-2:26 pm

3 stops24h 27m

$348

OmahaColumbia

OMA - CAE

OMACAE

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 8/6

1:28 pm-2:04 pm

3 stops23h 36m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 8/8

4:37 pm-7:20 pm

3 stops27h 43m

$359

Sioux CityColumbia

SUX - CAE

SUXCAE

Sioux City Sioux Gateway

Sat 11/15

7:45 am-6:54 pm

2 stops10h 09m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 11/18

5:24 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$399

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Columbia

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Iowa 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.

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, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Iowa to Columbia have to say. 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
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
8,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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 Iowa 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 Iowa?

    For a flight from Iowa to Columbia, you will be flying into Metropolitan. Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is just 6.5 mi from the center of the city.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $149. Users have also found prices from $179 and $214 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Columbia?

    When deciding which route to take from Iowa to Columbia consider Omaha Eppley Airfield - Columbia Metropolitan, Cedar Rapids - Columbia Metropolitan or Moline Quad-City - Columbia Metropolitan as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Iowa 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 3 airlines flying from Iowa to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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$238Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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