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$80+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CAE
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Columbia Metropolitan are usually found in January or July, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbia
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/58:16 pm
ORD
-
CAE
1 stop21h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/97:17 pm
CAE
-
ORD
1 stop16h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/27:00 am
ORD
-
CAE
1 stop10h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/67:17 pm
CAE
-
ORD
1 stop17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/268:16 pm
ORD
-
CAE
1 stop20h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/27:04 pm
CAE
-
ORD
1 stop29h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/13:40 pm
ORD
-
CAE
1 stop25h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/83:46 pm
CAE
-
ORD
1 stop29h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/610:01 am
ORD
-
CAE
1 stop7h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/83:46 pm
CAE
-
ORD
1 stop24h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$201
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 3/97:00 am
ORD
-
CAE
Nonstop2h 01m
United Airlines
Mon 3/233:35 pm
CAE
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Fri 4/176:00 am
MDW
-
CAE
1 stop6h 14m
Delta
Mon 4/205:47 pm
CAE
-
MDW
1 stop5h 41m
Delta
Deal found 2/1$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/79:16 pm
MDW
-
CAE
2 stops43h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/223:35 pm
CAE
-
MDW
1 stop23h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$230
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Fri 8/216:00 am
MDW
-
CAE
1 stop5h 28m
Delta
Mon 8/246:50 pm
CAE
-
MDW
1 stop3h 56m
Delta
Deal found 1/31$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Fri 2/2012:45 pm
MDW
-
CAE
1 stop6h 42m
Delta
Sun 2/225:35 am
CAE
-
MDW
1 stop5h 19m
Delta
Deal found 2/1$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Fri 3/610:49 am
MDW
-
CAE
1 stop6h 16m
Delta
Sun 3/85:34 am
CAE
-
MDW
1 stop5h 22m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/206:05 am
MDW
-
CAE
2 stops9h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/223:35 pm
CAE
-
MDW
1 stop23h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$291

Find 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 February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$156
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$80
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$337

Good round-trip deal

$319 or less

Good one-way deal

$246 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Columbia Metropolitan flight deals.
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Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Columbia Metropolitan flights.
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From Chicago (CHI) to Columbia Metropolitan
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One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Columbia Metropolitan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Columbia Metropolitan.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Columbia Metropolitan.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Chicago

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

6:20 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 24m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 3/2

7:36 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

5:30 am-1:27 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 3/31

5:34 am-8:30 am

1 stop3h 56m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/6

12:05 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 3/21

5:34 am-8:30 am

1 stop3h 56m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

5:45 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 3/14

7:39 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/23

8:15 am-3:16 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 4/30

4:01 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

7:14 am-3:16 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 4/19

5:47 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/5

5:25 am-11:58 am

1 stop5h 33m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 3/21

5:34 am-8:30 am

1 stop3h 56m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/6

12:05 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 3/8

5:34 am-10:00 am

1 stop5h 26m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

MDW - CAE

MDWCAE

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/16

6:00 am-1:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 4/19

7:14 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop4h 14m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

MDW - CAE

MDWCAE

Chicago Midway

Fri 4/17

6:00 am-1:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 4/19

5:47 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$229

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago 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 Chicago to Columbia in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Chicago-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Chicago-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 Chicago to Columbia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbia from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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 January 30, 2026.

Booking 31 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbia (average of $56). Flying from Chicago to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $161). 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 February 3, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Columbia in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% 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 February 3, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to CAE are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Columbia?

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 February 3, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Columbia, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,132 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,132 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,132 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,229 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,132 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,212 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,132 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Columbia?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Columbia can take about 4h 24m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $229. The distance from Chicago to Columbia is about 666 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Columbia is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $165 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $197 and $209 round-trip. Delta is currently priced 56% 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 American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $99. Spirit Airlines flights start at $140 while deals on Delta start at $153 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 SkyWest Airlines (69%), United Airlines (68%) and GoJet (62%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbia?

    On average you can expect to pay $484 for a flight from Chicago to Columbia. The cheapest flight overall is $212 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbia Metropolitan) is currently priced at $156.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbia (average of $56). Flying from Chicago to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $161). 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$165Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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