HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Columbia

$214+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — CAE
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Dulles Intl to Columbia with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$234
(Delta)

One-way from

$214
(United Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$357

Good round-trip deal

$272 or less

Good one-way deal

$243 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-Columbia Metropolitan flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-Columbia Metropolitan flights.
Search Deals
From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Columbia Metropolitan
Search Deals
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Columbia Metropolitan
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Columbia Metropolitan.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Columbia Metropolitan.
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Dulles Intl to Columbia

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

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 5/266:00 amIAD - CAE
1 stop3h 23mDelta
Sun 6/15:44 amCAE - IAD
1 stop3h 30mDelta
Deal found 5/12$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 7/118:15 amIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/142:57 pmCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$249
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.
Sat 5/175:02 amIAD - CAE
1 stop3h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/258:45 pmCAE - IAD
1 stop3h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$287

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl 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 May 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Dulles Intl

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/26

6:00 am-9:23 am

1 stop3h 23m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/1

5:44 am-9:14 am

1 stop3h 30m

$219

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 7/11

8:15 am-9:54 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 7/14

2:57 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$249

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/17

5:02 am-8:34 am

1 stop3h 32m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 5/25

8:45 pm-12:02 am

1 stop3h 17m

$287

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/10

7:10 am-12:58 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$224

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/10

12:40 pm-2:17 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$244

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/20

5:02 am-8:34 am

1 stop3h 32m

$325

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 5/11

Compare providers for flights from Dulles Intl to Columbia

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dulles Intl to Columbia in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-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 Dulles Intl to Columbia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbia from Dulles Intl with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 IAD to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 8% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia

Explore weekly flight availability from Dulles Intl to Columbia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

The most flights from IAD to CAE are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Columbia. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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 Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Located just 6.5 mi from the city center, Columbia Metropolitan is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbia from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Metropolitan (CAE) should be relatively easy as there are 6 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from 1 airline.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia round-trip?

    Currently priced at $234, Delta will fly you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $249 and $288, respectively. Delta is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $214 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $224 and American Airlines from $325 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia consider choosing Copa Airlines (85%), CommutAir (84%) or United Airlines (84%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia?

    On average you can expect to pay $333 for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia. The cheapest flight overall is $199 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Columbia Metropolitan) is currently priced at $189.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Columbia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Book flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
West Columbia

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Dulles Intl to Columbia

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Reagan-National to Charleston flights
Dulles Intl to Charlotte flights
Dulles Intl to Charleston flights
Dulles Intl to Savannah flights
Baltimore to Savannah flights
Reagan-National to Charlotte flights
Reagan-National to Savannah flights
Reagan-National to Myrtle Beach flights
Dulles Intl to Myrtle Beach flights
Baltimore to Myrtle Beach flights
Baltimore to Charlotte flights
Baltimore to Charleston flights
Dulles Intl to Greenville flights
Reagan-National to Greenville flights
Reagan-National to Hilton Head Island flights
Reagan-National to Columbia flights
Dulles Intl to Hilton Head Island flights
Baltimore to Columbia flights
Baltimore to Greenville flights
Baltimore to Hilton Head Island flights
Baltimore to Augusta flights
Dulles Intl to Augusta flights
Reagan-National to Augusta flights
Dulles Intl to Florence flights
Reagan-National to Florence flights
Baltimore to Florence flights

Top airline flying from Dulles Intl to Columbia

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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
United AirlinesCheapest$234Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.