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$170+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Columbia (CAE)

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CMH — CAE
mar 25 — apr 11
mer 3/25
mer 4/1
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Columbia

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febbraio 23, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
lun 3/302:45 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop6h 39m
Delta
gio 7/301:20 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop3h 34m
Delta
Deal found 2/22$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
dom 3/222:51 pm
CMH
-
CAE
2 stops30h 09m
Multiple Airlines
dom 3/293:30 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sab 4/185:05 am
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop5h 13m
American Airlines
dom 4/268:12 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop4h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/23$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven 3/62:09 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop6h 08m
Delta
lun 3/95:10 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop4h 45m
Delta
Deal found 2/23$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
lun 3/302:45 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop6h 39m
Delta
ven 7/315:40 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop3h 18m
Delta
Deal found 2/22$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
sab 4/183:00 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop4h 29m
Delta
dom 4/265:38 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop3h 22m
Delta
Deal found 2/19$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
ven 3/66:31 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop5h 21m
American Airlines
dom 3/88:11 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop4h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/20$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
sab 8/227:00 am
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop7h 12m
United Airlines
mer 8/2610:20 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop6h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/22$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
mar 2/248:07 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop3h 37m
United Airlines
sab 2/289:00 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop7h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/22$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sab 4/42:15 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop7h 06m
United Airlines
lun 4/67:38 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop4h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/23$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
mar 2/246:38 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop5h 14m
American Airlines
sab 2/287:01 am
CAE
-
CMH
2 stops6h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/22$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
gio 4/24:34 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop3h 24m
Delta
dom 4/57:13 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Deal found 2/19$333

Find flight deals from Columbus to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 febbraio 23, 2026.

Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)

One-way from

$170
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

June

Average price

$286
From Columbus to Columbia Metropolitan
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 febbraio 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Columbia that are best for you.

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Columbia

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

mar 3/31

2:45 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

gio 7/30

1:20 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$249

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

ven 3/6

2:09 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Columbia Metropolitan

lun 3/9

5:10 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$279

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

mar 3/31

2:45 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

ven 7/31

5:40 am-8:58 am

1 stop3h 18m

$284

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

gio 4/2

4:34 pm-7:58 pm

1 stop3h 24m

Columbia Metropolitan

dom 4/5

7:13 pm-12:24 am

1 stop5h 11m

$333

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

sab 4/11

11:10 am-3:50 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Columbia Metropolitan

dom 4/12

5:34 am-10:01 am

1 stop4h 27m

$374

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

sab 4/11

6:10 am-10:14 am

1 stop4h 04m

Columbia Metropolitan

sab 4/18

10:50 am-9:43 am

2 stops22h 53m

$382

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

sab 4/18

5:40 am-11:59 pm

2 stops18h 19m

Columbia Metropolitan

dom 4/26

7:38 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop4h 02m

$448

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

ven 3/13

5:30 am-10:01 am

1 stop4h 31m

Columbia Metropolitan

mar 3/17

10:36 am-3:30 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$452

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

mer 4/22

7:12 am-1:14 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

ven 4/24

4:30 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$475

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

gio 4/9

9:01 am-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 58m

Columbia Metropolitan

sab 4/11

2:38 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$495

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Columbia

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Columbia (average of $98). Flying from Columbus to Columbia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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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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 febbraio 23, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus 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
7.9
Good
8,239 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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
8,239 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,239 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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
9,344 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,239 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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
11,344 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,239 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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 Columbus 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 Columbus?

    If you book a flight to Columbia from Columbus, you will be flying to Metropolitan, which is the city’s only airport. Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is located 6.5 mi from the center of Columbia. There are 0 flights from Columbus to Metropolitan per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Columbia?

    Airlines like Delta fly from Columbus to Columbia in about 6h 39m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Columbus and Columbia is about 429 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $175, Delta will fly you from Columbus to Columbia and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $228 and $228, respectively. These flights start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Columbia (average of $98). Flying from Columbus to Columbia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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 Columbus to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 febbraio 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$175Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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