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$88+ Cheap flights from Clearwater, FL to Columbia (CAE)

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MCO — CAE
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Sun 8/31
Sun 9/7
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Cheap flight deals from Clearwater to Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Clearwater to Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated August 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$196
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$88
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$658
From Clearwater to Columbia Metropolitan
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Cheapest flights from Clearwater to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Clearwater to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 26, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Mon 9/226:19 amTPA - CAE
1 stop4h 17mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/2911:31 amCAE - TPA
1 stop5h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/25$197
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/196:19 amTPA - CAE
1 stop4h 17mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/2211:31 amCAE - TPA
1 stop5h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/25$199
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/86:19 amTPA - CAE
1 stop4h 17mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/1211:31 amCAE - TPA
1 stop5h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/24$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 10/26:19 amTPA - CAE
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/512:53 pmCAE - TPA
2 stops21h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/24$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 11/66:46 amTPA - CAE
1 stop7h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/93:05 pmCAE - TPA
2 stops24h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/23$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 12/126:46 amTPA - CAE
1 stop10h 12mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/1611:42 amCAE - TPA
2 stops10h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/24$238
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Mon 9/86:19 amTPA - CAE
1 stop4h 17mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/1311:31 amCAE - TPA
1 stop11h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/24$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Sat 10/48:10 amTPA - CAE
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Tue 10/71:15 pmCAE - TPA
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 8/24$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 9/261:54 pmTPA - CAE
1 stop20h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/2911:31 amCAE - TPA
2 stops11h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/25$274

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Clearwater 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 August 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Clearwater to Columbia that are best for you.

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Columbia

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Price

TampaColumbia

TPA - CAE

TPACAE

Tampa

Thu 10/2

6:19 am-2:09 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 10/5

2:59 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$197

TampaColumbia

TPA - CAE

TPACAE

Tampa

Mon 9/22

6:19 am-10:36 am

1 stop4h 17m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 9/29

11:31 am-4:57 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$197

TampaColumbia

TPA - CAE

TPACAE

Tampa

Thu 11/6

6:46 am-2:15 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/9

3:05 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$197

TampaColumbia

TPA - CAE

TPACAE

Tampa

Fri 9/19

6:19 am-10:36 am

1 stop4h 17m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 9/22

11:31 am-4:57 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$199

TampaColumbia

TPA - CAE

TPACAE

Tampa

Fri 9/26

6:19 am-10:36 am

1 stop4h 17m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 9/29

11:31 am-4:57 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$199

TampaColumbia

TPA - CAE

TPACAE

Tampa

Mon 9/8

6:19 am-10:36 am

1 stop4h 17m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 9/12

11:31 am-4:57 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$215

TampaColumbia

TPA - CAE

TPACAE

Tampa

Fri 12/12

6:46 am-4:58 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/16

11:42 am-10:18 pm

2 stops10h 36m

$238

TampaColumbia

TPA - CAE

TPACAE

Tampa

Mon 9/8

6:19 am-10:36 am

1 stop4h 17m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/13

11:31 am-11:08 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$242

TampaColumbia

TPA - CAE

TPACAE

Tampa

Wed 10/1

10:26 pm-2:09 pm

1 stop15h 43m

$88

TampaColumbia

TPA - CAE

TPACAE

Tampa

Sun 10/26

5:50 am-2:09 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$106

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Best time to book a flight from Clearwater to Columbia

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Clearwater to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Clearwater 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 CL9 to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Clearwater 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 August 26, 2025.

When flying from Clearwater to Columbia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Clearwater to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Clearwater to Columbia. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Clearwater to Columbia flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 August 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Clearwater to Columbia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

pilar,May 2025

RSW - ATL

The stewardess was not very nice because I requested two glasses of water. She didn’t even offer the snacks to me. She seemed angry and I felt very bad about her reaction. Also, the flight was full and you could not move. The airline should provide seats for obese people in consideration to the rest pf the passengers.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

pilar,May 2025

RSW - ATL

The stewardess was not very nice because I requested two glasses of water. She didn’t even offer the snacks to me. She seemed angry and I felt very bad about her reaction. Also, the flight was full and you could not move. The airline should provide seats for obese people in consideration to the rest pf the passengers.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

pilar,May 2025

RSW - ATL

The stewardess was not very nice because I requested two glasses of water. She didn’t even offer the snacks to me. She seemed angry and I felt very bad about her reaction. Also, the flight was full and you could not move. The airline should provide seats for obese people in consideration to the rest pf the passengers.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Clearwater 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 Clearwater?

    For a flight from Clearwater to Columbia, you will be flying into Metropolitan. Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is just 6.5 mi from the center of the city. Metropolitan is the only Columbia airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Clearwater per day. 3 airlines have flights to Columbia Metropolitan from Clearwater on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Clearwater to Columbia?

    A quick flight from Clearwater to Columbia can take about 4h 17m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $197. There are 420 mi between Clearwater and Columbia.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Clearwater to Columbia?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Clearwater to Columbia? While on average our users pay $72, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $36. The most popular route (Tampa - Columbia Metropolitan), is priced around $197.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Clearwater 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 August 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$74Average$98FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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