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$202+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Columbia (IND - CAE)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — CAE
Apr 1 — Apr 81
Tue 4/1
Tue 4/8
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 March 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$202
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$308
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 March 27, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/298:00 amIND - CAE
1 stop6h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/13:31 pmCAE - IND
1 stop22h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$202
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/193:22 pmIND - CAE
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/268:12 pmCAE - IND
1 stop3h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$214
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/95:40 amIND - CAE
1 stop4h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/1310:26 amCAE - IND
2 stops11h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$234
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 6/125:45 pmIND - CAE
1 stop19h 36mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/193:23 pmCAE - IND
2 stops26h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/87:15 amIND - CAE
1 stop9h 46mDelta
Sat 5/105:46 pmCAE - IND
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Deal found 3/26$404

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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 March 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Columbia that are best for you.

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Price

IndianapolisColumbia

IND - CAE

INDCAE

Indianapolis

Thu 5/29

8:00 am-2:41 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/1

3:31 pm-1:39 pm

1 stop22h 08m

$202

IndianapolisColumbia

IND - CAE

INDCAE

Indianapolis

Sat 4/19

3:22 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 4/26

8:12 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop3h 43m

$214

IndianapolisColumbia

IND - CAE

INDCAE

Indianapolis

Fri 5/9

5:40 am-9:51 am

1 stop4h 11m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 5/13

10:26 am-10:19 pm

2 stops11h 53m

$234

IndianapolisColumbia

IND - CAE

INDCAE

Indianapolis

Thu 6/12

5:45 pm-1:21 pm

1 stop19h 36m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 6/19

3:23 pm-6:12 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$359

IndianapolisColumbia

IND - CAE

INDCAE

Indianapolis

Thu 5/8

7:15 am-5:01 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 5/10

5:46 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 29m

$404

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Deals found on 3/26

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Indianapolis to Columbia in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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.

Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Columbia

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Indianapolis to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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 March 27, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Indianapolis to Columbia in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 5.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.5 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

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 March 27, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Indianapolis to Columbia, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,882 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Indianapolis to Columbia round-trip from $214. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $234, and Spirit Airlines, from $359. American Airlines is priced at 30% 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Indianapolis to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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 Indianapolis to Columbia

Discover the top 2 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 March 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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