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$259+ 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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CAE
Jun 14 — Jun 211
Sun 6/14
Sun 6/21
1 adult, Economy
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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 May 15, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 6/136:13 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop5h 41m
American Airlines
Sat 6/206:01 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop3h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/12$261
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Thu 6/116:00 am
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop3h 56m
United Airlines
Wed 6/176:25 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop6h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/14$275
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 6/106:00 am
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop3h 25m
Delta
Wed 6/1711:58 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop4h 03m
Delta
Deal found 5/12$280
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 6/66:00 am
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop6h 02m
American Airlines
Sat 6/134:57 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop6h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/14$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 5/2712:55 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop6h 40m
Delta
Sun 5/317:17 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop5h 13m
Delta
Deal found 5/14$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 6/124:42 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop6h 29m
American Airlines
Fri 6/196:48 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop3h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/13$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 6/286:00 am
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop6h 02m
American Airlines
Tue 7/73:12 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop6h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/12$300
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 6/126:00 am
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop3h 31m
Delta
Mon 6/225:35 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop3h 32m
Delta
Deal found 5/15$301
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 5/304:00 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop6h 21m
American Airlines
Sat 6/68:30 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop3h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/12$316
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 5/304:09 pm
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop5h 07m
United Airlines
Wed 6/37:45 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop3h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/15$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 9/3010:05 am
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop4h 07m
Delta
Sun 10/45:40 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop3h 18m
Delta
Deal found 5/11$320

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 May 15, 2026.

Round-trip from

$261
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$259
(United Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$297
From Columbus to Columbia Metropolitan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($100 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 10% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 May 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Columbia that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Sat 6/13

6:13 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 6/20

6:01 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop3h 57m

$261

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Wed 6/10

6:00 am-9:25 am

1 stop3h 25m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 6/17

11:58 am-4:01 pm

1 stop4h 03m

$280

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Fri 6/26

6:00 am-9:25 am

1 stop3h 25m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/28

3:54 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$299
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Fri 6/12

6:00 am-9:31 am

1 stop3h 31m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 6/22

5:35 am-9:07 am

1 stop3h 32m

$301

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Sat 5/30

4:09 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 6/3

7:45 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop3h 58m

$319

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Thu 10/1

7:00 am-11:17 am

1 stop4h 17m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 10/4

5:40 am-8:58 am

1 stop3h 18m

$339

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Fri 5/29

11:03 am-4:52 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 6/2

5:41 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$360

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Sat 6/13

6:00 am-12:02 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/21

5:00 am-8:47 am

1 stop3h 47m

$423

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Wed 7/29

9:00 am-1:43 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 7/31

7:45 pm-9:50 am

1 stop14h 05m

$512

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Fri 7/24

11:03 am-5:05 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 7/27

5:41 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$519

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Columbia (average of $152). Flying from Columbus to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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 May 15, 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,453 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.9
Good
8,453 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,453 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,717 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,453 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,662 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,453 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

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 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 16m. 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 36% 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Columbia (average of $152). Flying from Columbus to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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