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$174+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Columbia (MSP - CAE)

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MSP — CAE
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) 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 May 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$261
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$174
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$382
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 6/117:18 amMSP - CAE
1 stop28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/151:18 pmCAE - MSP
1 stop26h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 6/116:10 amMSP - CAE
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/156:12 pmCAE - MSP
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$330
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 5/256:10 pmMSP - CAE
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Wed 5/285:44 amCAE - MSP
1 stop4h 23mDelta
Deal found 5/11$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sun 5/253:30 pmMSP - CAE
1 stop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/2810:34 amCAE - MSP
2 stops11h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$360
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sun 6/82:30 pmMSP - CAE
3 stops22h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/151:18 pmCAE - MSP
3 stops18h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/11$602

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Columbia that are best for you.

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MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 6/11

7:18 am-12:23 pm

1 stop28h 05m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/15

1:18 pm-3:06 pm

1 stop26h 48m

$261

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 6/11

6:10 am-2:05 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/15

6:12 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$330

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/25

6:10 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 5/28

5:44 am-9:07 am

1 stop4h 23m

$355

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/25

3:30 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 5/28

10:34 am-9:28 pm

2 stops11h 54m

$360

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 6/8

2:30 pm-1:55 pm

3 stops22h 25m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/15

1:18 pm-6:52 am

3 stops18h 34m

$602

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/9

7:06 am-11:58 am

1 stop27h 52m

$174

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/28

9:54 am-3:53 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$178

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/26

5:26 am-1:03 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$262

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/26

6:00 am-2:17 pm

2 stops7h 17m

$302

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Deals found on 5/11

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Minneapolis to Columbia in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Minneapolis-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Minneapolis-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Minneapolis-Columbia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Columbia

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Minneapolis to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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 MSP to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis 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 May 12, 2025.

When flying from Minneapolis to Columbia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 8% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 5.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.5 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

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 May 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Minneapolis to Columbia, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. 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
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,724 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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 Minneapolis to Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Minneapolis to Columbia round-trip from $330. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $340, and United Airlines, from $360. Users have found that Delta is 17% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Minneapolis to Columbia are American Airlines ($178), Delta ($262), and United Airlines ($302).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Minneapolis to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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 Minneapolis to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis 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 May 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$248Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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