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$89+ Cheap flights from Charlotte to Columbia (CLT - 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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — CAE
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to Columbia

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

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/254:50 pmCLT - CAE
Nonstop1h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/297:05 amCAE - CLT
Nonstop1h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$404
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/109:59 pmCLT - CAE
Nonstop1h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/292:35 pmCAE - CLT
Nonstop1h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$434
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/123:50 pmCLT - CAE
Nonstop1h 06mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/158:10 amCAE - CLT
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$457
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/2511:02 amCLT - CAE
1 stop13h 24mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/297:37 pmCAE - CLT
1 stop14h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$627
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/134:38 pmCLT - CAE
Nonstop1h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/176:21 amCAE - CLT
Nonstop1h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$636
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/107:49 pmCLT - CAE
1 stop23h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/297:37 pmCAE - CLT
1 stop18h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$753
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/126:00 amCLT - CAE
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/1510:00 amCAE - CLT
1 stop13h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$961
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/137:49 pmCLT - CAE
1 stop18h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/1710:00 amCAE - CLT
1 stop24h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$990

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$172
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$89
(Kiwi.com)
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Charlotte

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-5:38 pm

1 stop11h 38m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 1/15

12:20 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$172

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 1/17

7:43 pm-11:30 am

2 stops15h 47m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/18

6:28 pm-8:11 am

1 stop13h 43m

$190

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 1/17

12:19 pm-1:22 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/18

6:18 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 11m

$291

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 2/12

7:03 pm-1:13 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/16

2:03 pm-4:54 pm

2 stops26h 51m

$293

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 2/12

1:08 pm-2:13 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/16

8:11 pm-9:26 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$417

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 1/17

7:00 am-4:59 pm

1 stop9h 59m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/18

7:00 am-4:07 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$430

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 1/8

4:03 pm-5:07 pm

Nonstop1h 04m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 1/15

6:18 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 11m

$457

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 2/7

7:43 pm-2:18 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$89

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-5:38 pm

1 stop11h 38m

$100

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 1/10

12:43 pm-5:38 pm

2 stops28h 55m

$115

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Deals found on 12/10

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Compare providers for flights from Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Columbia in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 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 Charlotte-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Charlotte-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Charlotte-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Charlotte-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 Charlotte-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 Charlotte to Columbia

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Columbia (average of $142). Flying from Charlotte to Columbia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $410). 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 CLT to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte 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 December 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Charlotte 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 38% on airfare.

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 December 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from Charlotte to Columbia. 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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charlotte to Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Charlotte to Columbia?

    Columbia Metropolitan is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbia from Charlotte Douglas. Booking flights from Douglas (CLT) to Metropolitan (CAE) should be relatively easy as there are 6 daily flights to Columbia from 1 airline. 13h 24m is how long a flight from Charlotte to Columbia Metropolitan will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Charlotte to Columbia round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Charlotte to Columbia round-trip from $321.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Charlotte to Columbia?

    Before booking your flight to Columbia from Charlotte, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Envoy Air (100%), Piedmont Airlines (92%), American Airlines( 91%).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Columbia (average of $142). Flying from Charlotte to Columbia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $410). 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 airline flying from Charlotte to Columbia

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Charlotte 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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