Cheap flights to Columbia, SC

CHI — CAE
Oct 3 — Oct 101

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Flights to Columbia in 2023

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$359

Round-trip from

$218

One-way from

$109
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in September 2023
From New York to Columbia Metropolitan
One-way flight from New York to Columbia Metropolitan (CAE)

Cheap flights to Columbia in September & October 2023

The best prices found for CAE flights for September, October
The following deals offer some of the lowest prices we've found on flights heading to Columbia in September and October 2023. If these deals fall outside of your budget, be sure to come back soon as prices update often.

Columbia 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Columbia found for this year
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Fly from

Any airport

Budget

$218 - $279

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New York LaGuardiaColumbia Metropolitan

LGA - CAE

LGACAE

New York LaGuardia

Wed 10/18

Nonstop2h 17m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 10/24

Nonstop1h 56m

New York LaGuardiaColumbia Metropolitan

LGA - CAE

LGACAE

New York LaGuardia

Wed 10/18

Nonstop2h 06m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 10/24

1 stop5h 11m

New York LaGuardiaColumbia Metropolitan

LGA - CAE

LGACAE

New York LaGuardia

Wed 2/14

1 stop4h 08m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 2/21

1 stop5h 21m

New York John F Kennedy IntlColumbia Metropolitan

JFK - CAE

JFKCAE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/14

1 stop5h 10m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 2/21

1 stop5h 17m

New York LaGuardiaColumbia Metropolitan

LGA - CAE

LGACAE

New York LaGuardia

Wed 10/18

1 stop3h 48m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 10/24

1 stop6h 50m

New York LaGuardiaColumbia Metropolitan

LGA - CAE

LGACAE

New York LaGuardia

Fri 10/27

Nonstop2h 09m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 10/31

Nonstop2h 02m

NewarkColumbia Metropolitan

EWR - CAE

EWRCAE

Newark

Wed 2/14

1 stop4h 06m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 2/21

1 stop3h 57m

New York LaGuardiaColumbia Metropolitan

LGA - CAE

LGACAE

New York LaGuardia

Sat 11/4

1 stop7h 54m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/5

1 stop3h 38m

NewarkColumbia Metropolitan

EWR - CAE

EWRCAE

Newark

Sat 11/4

1 stop5h 43m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/5

1 stop3h 43m

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Deals found on 9/27

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines to Columbia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

WestJet
7.2
Good
918 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,483 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbia?

The cheapest ticket to Columbia found for each month in 2023 based on historical flight searches by Cheapflights users.

January

$435

February

$397

March

$456

April

$465

May

$440

June

$437

July

$398

August

$363

September

$365

October

$405

November

$437

December

$432

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Columbia. Flying to Columbia in April will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the best time to fly to Columbia?

Average Columbia flight ticket prices and weather conditions for 2023 and 2024 by month

NYC - CAE

Price

$363 - $557

CAE

Temperature

44.6 - 82.4 °F

CAE

Rainfall

2.6 - 5.5 inches

When is the best time to book a flight to Columbia?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Columbia, you should look to book at least 26 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Which day is cheapest to fly to Columbia?

At the moment, Saturday is the most economical day to take a flight to Columbia. Monday is likely to be the most costly.

What time of day is cheapest to fly to Columbia?

Columbia flights can be made cheaper if you choose a flight in the afternoon. Booking a flight at noon will likely mean higher prices.

Whether you’re interested in American civil war history, connecting with nature peacefully among beautiful parks and greenways or looking for art and culture mixed with just the right amount of southern charm, Columbia, South Carolina is a delightful destination city in the heart of the United States Sunbelt region.   Columbia is one of the first planned cities in the United States, featuring broad avenues and picturesque settings amid the grand pre-Civil War houses of the American south.  Visit the plantation home that was purchased by one of its former slaves and now serves as a museum and reminder of a unique time in history.  Strolling through Columbia’s enchanting gardens and parks brings visitors to museums, art galleries and unique shops that are found throughout the city.  For outdoor adventure, Columbia has an abundance of rivers that are suitable for canoeing, kayaking and parasailing.  The 50,000 acre park, Fort Murray is a mere 15 minutes from downtown and a fantastic destination for hiking, fishing and water sports. For family fun, Riverbank Zoo and Botanical Center is considered to be one of the best American zoos and has both gorilla and koala exhibits as well as a wide variety of other animals to view.  Edventure, a children’s museum, is located next to the state museum and has hands-on exhibits to entertain the little ones.  Be sure to stop by the Melton Memorial Observatory on Monday nights for free viewing of the stars and planets.

Best Time to Fly to Columbia, SC

April marks the beginning of tourist season in Columbia and ushers in a variety of festivals and events with Jazz Appreciation, the Congaree Art Festival, Earth Fest and the Capital City Wing and Fling.  April and May bring the best weather of the year with warm temperatures and sunny skies – ideal for enjoying the city’s many parks.  June through September are hot months with greater than average precipitation.  Budget minded travelers should consider arriving in October, when hotel rates are lower, the weather is temperate and the city enjoys a month full of music and art festivals as well as hosting the South Carolina State Fair.

Getting around Columbia, SC

Columbia’s urban core is pedestrian-friendly and taxicabs can be found near the hotels and waterfront.  Although the city has a decent bus system, it is scheduled and routed to meet the needs of local citizens and tourist destinations are not well served.  Many tourists choose to rent a car, particularly if planning to visit the city’s surrounding parklands.

Columbia, SC airport overview

A small, convenient transport hub, Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is one of a few entry points for visitors to the ‘Palmetto State’ of South Carolina.

Flights to Columbia Metropolitan Airport are operated by American carriers offering short connections to bigger, international airports such as Chicago O’Hare, New York’s LaGuardia, and Washington-Dulles.

South Carolina is often overlooked as a major tourist destination, but it is a beautiful state, offering plenty of outdoor activities, and down-home southern hospitality. Make sure you check out the Riverbank Botanical Gardens – one of the most beautiful urban parks in the whole of North America.

What does CAE mean?

This is defined as Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE). Codes like CAE are often used to just call airports uniquely.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Columbia?

Travelers will need to book flights to Metropolitan (CAE) if they wish to fly to Columbia. The Columbia airport is 6.5 mi from the city center. Booking flights from New York to Columbia Metropolitan should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily flight from 4 different airlines.

Other local departures to Columbia from the United States

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