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$65+ 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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — CAE
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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 (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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$163
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$65
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$406
From Detroit (DTT) to Columbia Metropolitan
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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 July 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 9/115:59 pmDTW - CAE
1 stop16h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/145:05 pmCAE - DTW
1 stop5h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$163
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 7/315:11 amDTW - CAE
1 stop7h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/14:37 pmCAE - DTW
2 stops15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$205
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/306:35 amDTW - CAE
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Wed 8/64:41 pmCAE - DTW
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Deal found 7/1$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 9/44:05 pmDTW - CAE
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/86:15 amCAE - DTW
2 stops6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sun 12/216:00 amDTW - CAE
1 stop3h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/2810:20 amCAE - DTW
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$324

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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 July 3, 2025.
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

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/11

5:59 pm-10:45 am

1 stop16h 46m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/14

5:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$163

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/31

5:11 am-12:24 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 8/1

4:37 pm-8:07 am

2 stops15h 30m

$205

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/30

6:35 am-12:53 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 8/6

4:41 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$249

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/4

4:05 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 9/8

6:15 am-1:08 pm

2 stops6h 53m

$254

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/4

7:00 am-9:49 am

3 stops26h 49m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 9/8

7:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$392

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/4

6:30 am-3:42 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$65

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/2

5:25 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 50m

$152

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/8

5:20 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$168

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/6

6:00 am-9:54 am

1 stop3h 54m

$402

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Deals found on 7/2

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Detroit 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 DTT 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 July 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit to Columbia in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Columbia, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8,086 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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 to Columbia round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to Columbia is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $163 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $249 and $254 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 57% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to Columbia one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Detroit to Columbia are Spirit Airlines ($65), Delta ($152), and American Airlines ($168).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Detroit 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$242Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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