Cheap flights from Detroit to Columbia (DTT - CAE) from $157

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/20. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
DTT — CAE
sep. 26 — oct. 31

The best prices from Detroit All airports to Columbia Metropolitan are usually found in May or June, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

How to find the cheapest flight from Detroit (DTT) to Columbia (CAE)

All the information you need to plan the best DTT to CAE flight in 2023: compare Detroit to Columbia flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Columbia.

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

$363

One-way from

$157
High demand for flights, 26% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 36% potential price drop
From Detroit (DTT) to Columbia Metropolitan
One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Columbia Metropolitan

DTT - CAE

Price

$363 - $557

CAE

Temperature

44.6 - 82.4 °F

CAE

Rainfall

2.6 - 5.5 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Detroit to Columbia?

Departing on a Friday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 97% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit to Columbia?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 61 days in advance to save up to 56% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 61 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Detroit to Columbia 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $447, or $581 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Columbia?

Our data shows that May tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Columbia from Detroit. Users have commonly found prices around $497 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $205. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in February.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Columbia (DTT - CAE)?

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit to Columbia in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 41% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Detroit to Columbia

Peruse some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights we've found from Detroit to Columbia. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.

Cheap Delta flights from Detroit to Columbia

To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Delta flights we've found from Detroit to Columbia. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.

Cheap Detroit to Columbia flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for DTT to CAE flights for September, October
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Detroit to Columbia 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Columbia from Detroit found for this year
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Detroit to Columbia flights leaving soon

Late deals on return flights to Columbia from Detroit, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Columbia from Detroit

The cheapest one-way flights from Detroit to Columbia
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Detroit to Columbia. For those needing a return trip from Detroit, there is a search form available above.

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$280 - $577

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Price

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyColumbia Metropolitan

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 12/29

1 stop4h 24m

Columbia Metropolitan

mié. 1/3

1 stop6h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyColumbia Metropolitan

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 11/10

1 stop5h 10m

Columbia Metropolitan

lun. 11/13

1 stop5h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyColumbia Metropolitan

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 10/13

1 stop8h 09m

Columbia Metropolitan

vie. 10/20

1 stop3h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyColumbia Metropolitan

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 10/5

1 stop4h 22m

Columbia Metropolitan

lun. 10/9

1 stop5h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyColumbia Metropolitan

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 10/5

2 stops9h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

lun. 10/9

1 stop3h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyColumbia Metropolitan

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 12/14

1 stop4h 50m

Columbia Metropolitan

jue. 12/21

1 stop6h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyColumbia Metropolitan

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 11/10

2 stops25h 57m

Columbia Metropolitan

lun. 11/13

2 stops28h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyColumbia Metropolitan

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 11/21

1 stop27h 11m

Columbia Metropolitan

jue. 11/23

2 stops11h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyColumbia Metropolitan

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 10/26

1 stop5h 24m

Columbia Metropolitan

dom. 10/29

1 stop8h 00m

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Deals found on 9/20

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Columbia, such as American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The plane was delayed by almost 3 hours. When we arrived at airport the plane was not even to it's previous destination (Boston) before turning towards ATL

Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The plane was delayed by almost 3 hours. When we arrived at airport the plane was not even to it's previous destination (Boston) before turning towards ATL

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The plane was delayed by almost 3 hours. When we arrived at airport the plane was not even to it's previous destination (Boston) before turning towards ATL

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The plane was delayed by almost 3 hours. When we arrived at airport the plane was not even to it's previous destination (Boston) before turning towards ATL

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Detroit to Columbia flights.

Can I find flights from Detroit to Columbia for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit to Columbia for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $280, but on average you can expect to pay $454.

Are there last-minute flights available from Detroit to Columbia for under $500?

There are currently 6+ open flights from Detroit to Columbia within the next 7 days for less than $500.

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

Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to Columbia is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $280 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $422 and $577 round-trip. American Airlines is 43% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit to Columbia?

What does DTW to CAE mean?

This is defined as Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE). Codes like Columbia Metropolitan Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

Top 3 airlines flying from Detroit to Columbia

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Detroit to Columbia choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$249Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$326Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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