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$279+ Cheap flights from Dayton to Columbia (DAY - CAE)

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DAY — CAE
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Dayton to Columbia

Cheapest flights from Dayton to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dayton to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sat 1/316:00 am
DAY
-
CAE
1 stop3h 28m
Delta
Tue 2/312:45 pm
CAE
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DAY
1 stop5h 13m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 1/3110:28 am
DAY
-
CAE
2 stops8h 17m
American Airlines
Tue 2/36:21 pm
CAE
-
DAY
1 stop5h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Fri 1/306:47 pm
DAY
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CAE
1 stop4h 58m
Delta
Sun 2/16:59 pm
CAE
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DAY
1 stop4h 17m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 1/226:00 am
DAY
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CAE
1 stop4h 35m
American Airlines
Sat 1/246:08 am
CAE
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DAY
1 stop4h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Tue 1/272:52 pm
DAY
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CAE
1 stop4h 03m
United Airlines
Sat 1/3110:10 am
CAE
-
DAY
1 stop6h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$359

Find flight deals from Dayton to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dayton (DAY) 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 January 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$273
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From Dayton to Columbia Metropolitan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($96 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dayton 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 January 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dayton to Columbia that are best for you.

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Dayton

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Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DaytonColumbia

DAY - CAE

DAYCAE

Dayton

Wed 2/4

6:00 am-10:54 am

1 stop4h 54m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 2/8

6:18 am-10:38 am

1 stop4h 20m

$279

DaytonColumbia

DAY - CAE

DAYCAE

Dayton

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-9:28 am

1 stop3h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/3

12:45 pm-5:58 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$279

DaytonColumbia

DAY - CAE

DAYCAE

Dayton

Thu 2/5

10:24 am-4:26 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/9

5:07 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$319

DaytonColumbia

DAY - CAE

DAYCAE

Dayton

Sat 1/31

2:04 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/2

5:07 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$359

DaytonColumbia

DAY - CAE

DAYCAE

Dayton

Thu 2/12

6:00 am-9:28 am

1 stop3h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/16

6:50 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop3h 53m

$364

DaytonColumbia

DAY - CAE

DAYCAE

Dayton

Wed 2/4

2:04 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 2/8

2:49 pm-10:02 pm

2 stops7h 13m

$364

DaytonColumbia

DAY - CAE

DAYCAE

Dayton

Thu 4/23

11:31 am-3:14 pm

1 stop3h 43m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 4/27

7:15 pm-12:12 am

1 stop4h 57m

$403

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Deals found on 1/20

Compare providers for flights from Dayton to Columbia

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dayton to Columbia in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Dayton-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Dayton-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dayton-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dayton-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Dayton-Columbia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Dayton to Columbia

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Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Columbia (average of $41). Flying from Dayton to Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $103). 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 Dayton 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 January 21, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Dayton 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
8,089 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,089 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,089 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,174 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,089 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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 Dayton to Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Dayton to Columbia?

    There are many flights that can get you from Dayton to Columbia in 3h 28m. Fly via American Airlines, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Dayton to Columbia is about 445 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    American Airlines, at $213, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dayton to Columbia. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Delta. American Airlines is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Columbia (average of $41). Flying from Dayton to Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $103). 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 2 airlines flying from Dayton to Columbia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Dayton 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 January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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