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$81+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Columbia (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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — CAE
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Columbia

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:05 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 21mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/47:37 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:09 amORD - CAE
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/313:25 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Fri 12/196:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/61:51 pmCAE - STL
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/189:30 amSTL - CAE
1 stop3h 33mDelta
Tue 1/65:35 amCAE - STL
1 stop4h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/17$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/259:05 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/297:37 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/305:00 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/26:09 amCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:05 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 21mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/12:30 pmCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/187:05 amSTL - CAE
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/610:10 amCAE - STL
2 stops8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/269:05 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/306:20 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/206:35 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 51mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/78:00 amCAE - STL
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$358
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/315:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/47:59 pmCAE - STL
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$360
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 12/205:28 pmORD - CAE
1 stop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/12:48 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$364

Find flight deals from Illinois to Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$165
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$81
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$478

Good round-trip deal

$284 or less

Good one-way deal

$350 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Columbia that are best for you.

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ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/16

10:45 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/18

8:00 am-9:36 am

Nonstop2h 36m

$209

St. LouisColumbia

STL - CAE

STLCAE

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 2/18

11:45 am-8:36 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 2/21

6:28 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$211

St. LouisColumbia

STL - CAE

STLCAE

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/15

6:25 am-3:47 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 1/21

5:35 am-8:53 am

1 stop4h 18m

$211

St. LouisColumbia

STL - CAE

STLCAE

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 2/18

10:13 am-2:21 pm

1 stop3h 08m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 2/21

7:00 am-12:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$211

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

1:00 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 1/19

7:30 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/30

12:15 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/2

5:00 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

6:17 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 27m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 1/27

2:49 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/30

7:10 am-3:47 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 2/1

6:50 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 15m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

MDW - CAE

MDWCAE

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/28

12:48 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/31

5:35 am-9:53 am

1 stop5h 18m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

MDW - CAE

MDWCAE

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/30

10:48 am-6:10 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/2

6:59 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop4h 23m

$229

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Columbia

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Columbia (average of $51). Flying from Illinois to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $161). 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 IL to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 December 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Illinois to Columbia in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Columbia Metropolitan (CAE), located 6.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Columbia.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Columbia?

    United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta can get you from Illinois to Columbia in just under 2h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 07m. The distance between Illinois and Columbia is about 666 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $99. Spirit Airlines flights start at $140 while deals on Delta start at $153 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Columbia?

    The most popular route from Illinois to Columbia is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbia Metropolitan. You may also consider Lambert-St Louis - Columbia Metropolitan or Chicago Midway - Columbia Metropolitan.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Columbia?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Illinois to Columbia on time: Air New Zealand (65%), SkyWest Airlines (61%), United Airlines (61%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Columbia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $209. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbia Metropolitan) can be booked for $209 on average, our data indicates $352 when flying from Illinois to Columbia.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Columbia (average of $51). Flying from Illinois to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $161). 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 3 airlines flying from Illinois to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$213Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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