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$82+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Columbia (CAE)

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CHI — CAE
jun 17 — jun 241
ter 6/17
ter 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Columbia Metropolitan are usually found in January or November, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 junho 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$191
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$82
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$389

Good round-trip deal

$319 or less

Good one-way deal

$236 or less
From Chicago (CHI) to Columbia Metropolitan
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junho 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb 9/135:05 amORD - CAE
1 stop7h 16mSpirit Airlines
sáb 9/202:16 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$163
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
sex 7/411:40 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 19mAmerican Airlines
seg 7/74:15 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb 7/195:05 amORD - CAE
1 stop9h 37mMultiple Airlines
dom 7/209:50 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$220
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
seg 9/156:00 amMDW - CAE
1 stop5h 28mDelta
ter 9/235:40 amCAE - MDW
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 6/11$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
sex 6/207:10 amORD - CAE
1 stop6h 05mDelta
sáb 6/285:43 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 6/12$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
sex 7/116:30 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 15mUnited Airlines
dom 7/132:57 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$280
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sex 6/138:36 pmMDW - CAE
2 stops17h 27mMultiple Airlines
dom 6/151:18 pmCAE - MDW
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$522

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 junho 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Chicago

Fly to

Columbia

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

seg 7/7

5:05 am-4:46 pm

1 stop10h 41m

Columbia Metropolitan

sáb 7/12

4:37 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$175

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sex 7/4

11:40 am-4:59 pm

1 stop4h 19m

Columbia Metropolitan

seg 7/7

4:15 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$209

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb 7/19

5:05 am-3:42 pm

1 stop9h 37m

Columbia Metropolitan

dom 7/20

9:50 pm-8:55 am

1 stop12h 05m

$220

ChicagoColumbia

MDW - CAE

MDWCAE

Chicago Midway

seg 9/15

6:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

ter 9/23

5:40 am-9:51 am

1 stop5h 11m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sex 6/20

7:10 am-3:48 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Columbia Metropolitan

sex 6/27

5:36 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$279

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sex 7/11

6:30 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

dom 7/13

2:57 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$280

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qua 7/9

4:36 pm-2:04 pm

1 stop20h 28m

$82

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qua 7/16

5:40 pm-2:18 pm

1 stop19h 38m

$105

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qui 6/19

3:37 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$115

ChicagoColumbia

MDW - CAE

MDWCAE

Chicago Midway

ter 8/19

12:43 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$145

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Columbia

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Columbia. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Columbia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 junho 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Columbia in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Columbia

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago 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 junho 12, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to CAE are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 junho 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Columbia, such as 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
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
8,052 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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 Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Most people fly into Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) if they book a flight to Columbia from Chicago. On average, Metropolitan has 5 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 3 airlines. Columbia Metropolitan is conveniently located just 6.5 mi from Columbia’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Columbia is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $191 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $209 and $229 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 52% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $82. American Airlines flights start at $115 while deals on Delta start at $145 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Columbia are Lufthansa (78%), GoJet (71%) and United Airlines (71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbia?

    On average you can expect to pay $388 for a flight from Chicago to Columbia. The cheapest flight overall is $236 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbia Metropolitan) is currently priced at $191.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Chicago 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 junho 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$213Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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