Columbia

$121+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CAE
Apr 22 — Apr 291
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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 March 23, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/211:42 am
CMH
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CAE
1 stop29h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/136:42 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop14h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sat 4/184:05 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop5h 51m
American Airlines
Sun 4/266:05 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop4h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/20$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Sat 4/117:20 am
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop7h 07m
American Airlines
Sat 4/186:00 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop5h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/23$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Sat 4/117:10 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop4h 45m
American Airlines
Sun 4/196:05 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop4h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/21$316
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sat 4/45:43 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop6h 14m
American Airlines
Wed 4/86:00 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop5h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/20$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/262:51 pm
CMH
-
CAE
2 stops30h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/305:50 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop15h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$328
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Mon 6/158:08 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop3h 37m
Delta
Sun 6/217:39 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop5h 15m
Delta
Deal found 3/22$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Fri 4/36:31 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop5h 21m
American Airlines
Sun 4/56:00 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop5h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/22$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/47:59 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop3h 48m
Delta
Sun 6/145:40 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop3h 18m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$357
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Thu 3/265:02 am
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop3h 37m
American Airlines
Sun 3/298:11 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop4h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/18$359

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 March 23, 2026.

Round-trip from

$285
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$121
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$359
From Columbus to Columbia Metropolitan
One-way flight from Columbus to Columbia Metropolitan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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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 March 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Columbia that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Sat 4/18

10:13 am-4:41 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 4/26

6:05 am-10:48 am

1 stop4h 43m

$309

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Sat 4/11

7:20 am-2:27 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 4/18

2:43 pm-7:28 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$314

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Mon 6/15

8:08 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop3h 37m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/21

7:39 pm-12:54 am

1 stop5h 15m

$335

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Wed 7/15

7:05 am-12:59 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 7/20

5:35 am-9:02 am

1 stop3h 27m

$335

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Thu 4/2

8:03 pm-4:58 pm

2 stops20h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 4/13

6:42 pm-9:41 am

1 stop14h 59m

$359

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Sat 8/29

7:00 am-2:12 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 9/2

10:18 am-2:17 pm

1 stop3h 59m

$384
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Sat 4/18

3:00 pm-7:29 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 4/26

5:38 am-9:00 am

1 stop3h 22m

$391

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Fri 4/10

2:45 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 4/12

7:13 pm-12:24 am

1 stop5h 11m

$447

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Thu 4/23

10:06 am-3:16 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 4/24

5:38 am-9:00 am

1 stop3h 22m

$535
Cheapest one-way

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Fri 4/3

10:40 am-4:58 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$132

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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 $177). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus 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 March 23, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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 American Airlines and Delta fly from Columbus to Columbia in about 3h 37m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 51m. The distance between Columbus and Columbia is about 429 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $228, American Airlines will fly you from Columbus to Columbia and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $228 and $228, respectively. These flights start at 27% 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 $177). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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