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$127+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Columbia (DTT - 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 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — CAE
Mar 19 — Mar 261
Thu 3/19
Thu 3/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Columbia

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 17, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/164:14 pm
DTW
-
CAE
1 stop25h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/206:42 pm
CAE
-
DTW
1 stop29h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/55:15 am
DTW
-
CAE
1 stop9h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/97:17 pm
CAE
-
DTW
1 stop29h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Mon 2/239:43 am
DTW
-
CAE
1 stop8h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/27:04 pm
CAE
-
DTW
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/16$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 3/1212:00 pm
DTW
-
CAE
1 stop4h 55m
American Airlines
Sun 3/158:11 pm
CAE
-
DTW
1 stop4h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/16$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Fri 3/65:48 am
DTW
-
CAE
1 stop4h 13m
United Airlines
Wed 3/117:39 pm
CAE
-
DTW
1 stop4h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/15$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/287:43 pm
DTW
-
CAE
1 stop4h 01m
United Airlines
Wed 3/42:39 pm
CAE
-
DTW
1 stop4h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/13$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Sat 2/217:28 am
DTW
-
CAE
1 stop6h 50m
United Airlines
Sat 2/289:00 am
CAE
-
DTW
1 stop6h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/14$309
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/68:49 am
DTW
-
CAE
1 stop9h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/165:50 pm
CAE
-
DTW
2 stops17h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$311

Find flight deals from Detroit to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 February 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$211
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$127
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$638
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 February 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Columbia that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Columbia

Route

Depart

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Price

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/16

4:14 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop25h 38m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 4/20

6:42 pm-12:38 am

1 stop29h 56m

$211

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/5

5:15 am-2:56 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 3/9

7:17 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops20h 55m

$251

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/12

12:00 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 3/15

8:11 pm-12:36 am

1 stop4h 25m

$269

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/18

2:03 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 3/25

6:50 am-11:01 am

1 stop4h 11m

$269

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/25

9:00 am-2:49 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 5/16

7:38 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$269

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/15

2:00 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 4/22

5:38 am-11:02 am

1 stop5h 24m

$269

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/6

5:48 am-10:01 am

1 stop4h 13m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 3/11

7:39 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop4h 18m

$274

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/7

6:09 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 3/11

12:16 pm-4:41 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$274

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/28

7:43 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 01m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 3/4

2:39 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop4h 16m

$279

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/27

6:00 am-12:02 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 8/10

4:01 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$311

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Deals found on 2/16

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to Columbia in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Detroit-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Detroit-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 Detroit to Columbia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbia from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Columbia (average of $99). Flying from Detroit to Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $151). 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 Detroit 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 February 17, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Columbia, such as Delta and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,206 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

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
8,206 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,206 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

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
11,294 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,206 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

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 Detroit 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 Detroit to Columbia?

    A quick flight from Detroit to Columbia can take about 4h 55m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $269. Detroit and Columbia are separated by a distance of 584 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to Columbia is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $239 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $248. Delta is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Columbia (average of $99). Flying from Detroit to Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $151). 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 Detroit to Columbia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 February 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$239Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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