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$77+ Cheap flights from Houston to Columbia (CAE)

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HOU — CAE
Dec 4 — Dec 111
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/195:27 pmIAH - CAE
1 stop20h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/233:45 pmCAE - IAH
1 stop9h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$191
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/36:47 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Sat 12/65:44 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Deal found 11/3$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/36:39 pmIAH - CAE
1 stop3h 52mDelta
Sat 12/62:43 pmCAE - IAH
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 11/4$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Wed 12/39:02 amHOU - CAE
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/65:06 amCAE - HOU
2 stops7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Wed 12/35:08 pmIAH - CAE
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/66:40 amCAE - IAH
2 stops7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/52:32 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 38mDelta
Sun 12/75:34 amCAE - HOU
1 stop5h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/4$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/166:00 amHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Thu 12/185:34 amCAE - HOU
1 stop5h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/3$329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/142:32 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Mon 11/175:37 amCAE - HOU
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 11/4$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Fri 11/149:39 amIAH - CAE
1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/176:13 pmCAE - IAH
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/152:23 pmIAH - CAE
2 stops8h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/163:06 pmCAE - IAH
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/66:00 amHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 38mDelta
Mon 11/107:50 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Deal found 11/3$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/65:30 amIAH - CAE
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Mon 11/106:00 amCAE - IAH
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Deal found 11/3$354

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 November 4, 2025.

Round-trip from

$191
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$77
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$421
From Houston to Columbia Metropolitan
One-way flight from Houston to Columbia Metropolitan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($88 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 November 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Columbia that are best for you.

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Houston

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/19

5:27 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop20h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/23

3:45 pm-12:41 am

1 stop9h 56m

$191

HoustonColumbia

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/10

6:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/18

1:09 pm-6:06 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$249

HoustonColumbia

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/3

6:47 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop3h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 12/6

5:44 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$249

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/3

4:28 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 12/6

2:43 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$249

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 12/5

12:35 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 12/7

5:34 am-8:51 am

1 stop4h 17m

$249

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/21

2:23 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/24

5:07 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$249

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/10

6:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/18

6:18 am-1:51 pm

2 stops8h 33m

$254

HoustonColumbia

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/3

9:02 am-2:36 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 12/6

5:06 am-11:45 am

2 stops7h 39m

$274

HoustonColumbia

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/5

2:32 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 12/7

5:34 am-9:34 am

1 stop5h 00m

$289

HoustonColumbia

IAH - CAE

IAHCAE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/3

5:12 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 12/6

11:13 am-7:23 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$298

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Columbia

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Columbia

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Columbia (average of $48). Flying from Houston to Columbia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $167). 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 HOU to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 November 4, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston to Columbia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

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 November 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Houston 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.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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 Houston to Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Columbia from Houston?

    For a flight from Houston to Columbia, you will be flying into Metropolitan. Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is just 6.5 mi from the center of the city. Metropolitan is the only Columbia airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Houston per day. 2 airlines have flights to Columbia Metropolitan from Houston on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Columbia?

    For as low as $249, American Airlines can have you in Columbia from Houston in 3h 44m. The distance from Houston to Columbia is about 881 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Columbia, with prices starting at $248. Another option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $248 round trip. These flights start at 35% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston to Columbia are Delta ($125), American Airlines ($165), and Allegiant Air ($187).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Columbia (average of $48). Flying from Houston to Columbia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $167). 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 Houston to Columbia

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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