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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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — CAE
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to Columbia

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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$208
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$89
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March
From Charlotte Douglas to Columbia Metropolitan
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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 July 29, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 8/309:10 amCLT - CAE
1 stop7h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/314:20 pmCAE - CLT
1 stop6h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/27$208
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 8/309:10 amCLT - CAE
1 stop7h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/313:18 pmCAE - CLT
2 stops16h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Tue 8/2610:25 amCLT - CAE
Nonstop1h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/211:56 amCAE - CLT
Nonstop1h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$331
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/267:47 pmCLT - CAE
1 stop14h 02mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/22:52 pmCAE - CLT
1 stop23h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$541

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

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Charlotte

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Columbia

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Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 8/30

9:10 am-4:56 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 8/31

4:20 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$208

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 8/30

9:10 am-4:56 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 8/31

3:18 pm-8:05 am

2 stops16h 47m

$247

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 8/26

10:25 am-11:28 am

Nonstop1h 03m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 9/2

11:56 am-1:03 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$331

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 8/26

7:47 pm-9:49 am

1 stop14h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 9/2

2:52 pm-2:09 pm

1 stop23h 17m

$541

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 8/21

7:00 am-4:26 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$89

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 9/4

9:10 am-4:52 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$92

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 9/26

5:00 pm-1:42 pm

1 stop20h 42m

$229

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 9/27

8:32 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop27h 06m

$243

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 8/30

7:47 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop18h 28m

$254

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Deals found on 7/28

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

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 July 29, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Charlotte to Columbia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 28% 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 July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
7,977 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
8,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
8,040 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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 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 3 daily flights to Columbia from 1 airline. 7h 46m is how long a flight from Charlotte to Columbia Metropolitan will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Charlotte to Columbia round-trip from $208. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $331, and United Airlines, from $541. You may be able to fly from Charlotte to Columbia for 61% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $92 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $229 and American Airlines from $243 one-way.

  • 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: PSA Airlines (70%), American Airlines (70%), Piedmont Airlines( 70%).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Charlotte 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 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$355Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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