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$126+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Columbia (IND - CAE)

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IND — CAE
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) 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 October 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$197
(Delta)

One-way from

$126
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$363
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/187:43 pmIND - CAE
1 stop4h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/228:00 pmCAE - IND
1 stop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/14$226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/136:00 amIND - CAE
1 stop4h 10mDelta
Sun 11/167:50 pmCAE - IND
1 stop4h 36mDelta
Deal found 10/12$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Mon 10/2712:38 pmIND - CAE
1 stop4h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/182:29 pmCAE - IND
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/14$230
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 10/303:25 pmIND - CAE
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/46:00 amCAE - IND
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/12$234
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Tue 10/285:45 amIND - CAE
1 stop4h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/12:29 pmCAE - IND
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 11/256:04 amIND - CAE
1 stop4h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/26:00 amCAE - IND
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/13$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Thu 10/236:00 amIND - CAE
1 stop8h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/264:33 pmCAE - IND
1 stop28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$243
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Sat 10/257:00 amIND - CAE
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Wed 10/2911:01 amCAE - IND
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Deal found 10/13$250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 10/259:00 amIND - CAE
1 stop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/292:50 pmCAE - IND
2 stops8h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/13$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 10/156:00 amIND - CAE
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Tue 10/216:00 amCAE - IND
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Deal found 10/13$261
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 11/146:00 amIND - CAE
1 stop4h 10mDelta
Sun 11/167:50 pmCAE - IND
1 stop4h 36mDelta
Deal found 10/13$264

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis 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 October 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Indianapolis

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisColumbia

IND - CAE

INDCAE

Indianapolis

Thu 11/13

6:00 am-10:10 am

1 stop4h 10m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/16

7:50 pm-12:26 am

1 stop4h 36m

$229

IndianapolisColumbia

IND - CAE

INDCAE

Indianapolis

Mon 10/27

12:38 pm-4:43 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 11/18

2:29 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$230

IndianapolisColumbia

IND - CAE

INDCAE

Indianapolis

Thu 10/30

3:25 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 11/4

7:12 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop4h 14m

$234

IndianapolisColumbia

IND - CAE

INDCAE

Indianapolis

Tue 10/28

5:45 am-9:59 am

1 stop4h 14m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 11/1

2:29 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$239

IndianapolisColumbia

IND - CAE

INDCAE

Indianapolis

Tue 11/25

6:04 am-10:25 am

1 stop4h 21m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/2

6:00 am-11:11 am

1 stop5h 11m

$240

IndianapolisColumbia

IND - CAE

INDCAE

Indianapolis

Sat 10/25

7:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 10/29

11:01 am-3:35 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$250

IndianapolisColumbia

IND - CAE

INDCAE

Indianapolis

Sat 10/25

9:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 10/29

2:50 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops8h 06m

$255

IndianapolisColumbia

IND - CAE

INDCAE

Indianapolis

Thu 10/23

6:00 am-2:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 10/26

4:33 pm-1:51 pm

2 stops21h 18m

$266

IndianapolisColumbia

IND - CAE

INDCAE

Indianapolis

Thu 11/13

7:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/16

3:05 pm-11:22 am

2 stops20h 17m

$266

IndianapolisColumbia

IND - CAE

INDCAE

Indianapolis

Thu 10/30

7:15 am-1:47 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/2

7:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$272

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Compare providers for flights from Indianapolis to Columbia

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Indianapolis to Columbia in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Indianapolis-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Indianapolis-Columbia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Columbia (average of $41). Flying from Indianapolis to Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $113). 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 IND to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis 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 October 14, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Indianapolis to Columbia in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Indianapolis 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 October 14, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Indianapolis 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,976 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,042 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Indianapolis to Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Indianapolis to Columbia?

    Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from Indianapolis to Columbia in just under 4h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 51m. Airlines will cover a distance of 490 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Indianapolis to Columbia round-trip from $196. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $209, and United Airlines, from $228. Delta is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Columbia (average of $41). Flying from Indianapolis to Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $113). 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 Indianapolis to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis 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 October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$196Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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