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$199+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Columbia (CAE)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CAE
May 24 — May 311
Sat 5/24
Sat 5/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 May 19, 2025.

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$199
(Delta)

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April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$314
From Columbus to Columbia Metropolitan
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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 May 19, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/26:00 amCMH - CAE
1 stop4h 18mDelta
Sat 7/55:43 pmCAE - CMH
1 stop3h 45mDelta
Deal found 5/18$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/98:37 pmCMH - CAE
1 stop17h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/139:50 pmCAE - CMH
1 stop26h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$204
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Sun 8/1712:39 pmCMH - CAE
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/235:15 amCAE - CMH
2 stops6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/18$234
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/155:05 amCMH - CAE
2 stops8h 59mSpirit Airlines
Thu 7/172:59 pmCAE - CMH
2 stops26h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/18$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/82:32 pmCMH - CAE
1 stop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/1110:00 amCAE - CMH
2 stops12h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/19$352

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ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Wed 7/2

6:00 am-10:18 am

1 stop4h 18m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 7/5

5:43 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$199

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Wed 7/9

8:37 pm-2:18 pm

1 stop17h 41m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 7/13

9:50 pm-12:27 am

1 stop26h 37m

$204

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Sun 8/17

12:39 pm-5:28 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/23

5:15 am-11:59 am

2 stops6h 44m

$234

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Tue 7/15

5:05 am-2:04 pm

2 stops8h 59m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 7/17

2:59 pm-5:09 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$314

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Sun 8/17

7:00 am-2:22 pm

2 stops7h 22m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/23

6:30 am-7:01 pm

2 stops12h 31m

$390

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Mon 6/2

6:00 am-9:23 am

1 stop3h 23m

$279

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Mon 6/2

8:50 am-7:05 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$494

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Deals found on 5/18

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 $323). Flying from Columbus to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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 CMH to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 May 19, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to Columbia in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 May 19, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,743 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,997 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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 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.

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

    Currently priced at $199, 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 Spirit Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $234 and $278, respectively. These flights start at 37% 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 $323). Flying from Columbus to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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 May 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$175Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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