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$73+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbia (DTW - 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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — CAE
jul. 6 — jul. 131
dom. 7/6
dom. 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 julio 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$162
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$73
(Priceline)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$966
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Columbia Metropolitan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($149 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 11% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 julio 1, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 9/147:02 amDTW - CAE
1 stop9h 08mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 9/2011:40 amCAE - DTW
1 stop11h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/29$162
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
sáb. 8/26:30 amDTW - CAE
1 stop9h 12mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/39:50 pmCAE - DTW
1 stop12h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
mié. 7/307:45 amDTW - CAE
1 stop5h 08mDelta
mié. 8/66:00 amCAE - DTW
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 6/30$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
mar. 9/26:00 amDTW - CAE
1 stop4h 00mAmerican Airlines
vie. 9/510:42 amCAE - DTW
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
lun. 7/216:00 amDTW - CAE
1 stop3h 54mUnited Airlines
dom. 7/277:45 pmCAE - DTW
1 stop4h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/28$319

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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 julio 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbia that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 9/14

7:02 am-4:10 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Columbia Metropolitan

sáb. 9/20

11:40 am-11:33 pm

1 stop11h 53m

$162

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 8/2

6:30 am-3:42 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Columbia Metropolitan

dom. 8/3

9:50 pm-10:23 am

1 stop12h 33m

$177

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 7/30

7:45 am-12:53 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Columbia Metropolitan

mié. 8/6

6:00 am-11:29 am

1 stop5h 29m

$249

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 9/2

6:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 00m

Columbia Metropolitan

vie. 9/5

10:42 am-5:01 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$284

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 7/21

6:00 am-9:54 am

1 stop3h 54m

Columbia Metropolitan

dom. 7/27

7:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 14m

$319

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 8/12

5:11 am-2:04 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$73

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 7/30

7:45 am-2:17 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$141

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 7/13

8:03 am-9:00 pm

2 stops12h 57m

$181

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 7/4

4:06 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$192

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 7/29

6:00 am-9:54 am

1 stop3h 54m

$227

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Deals found on 6/30

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 DTW to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 julio 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbia in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 julio 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,974 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,974 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,974 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,858 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,974 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,974 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,100 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,974 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbia round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbia round-trip from $162. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $249, and American Airlines, from $254. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbia for 64% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbia one-way?

    $73 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $141 and $192, respectively.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 julio 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$242Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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