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$174+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CAE
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$174
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$365
From Iowa to Columbia Metropolitan
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One-way flight from Iowa to Columbia Metropolitan
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/210:41 amDSM - CAE
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/94:33 pmCAE - DSM
1 stop16h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/166:00 amOMA - CAE
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Tue 9/2311:02 amCAE - OMA
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Deal found 8/19$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/23:12 pmDSM - CAE
1 stop7h 29mDelta
Sat 9/65:15 pmCAE - DSM
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Deal found 8/18$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 10/44:09 pmDSM - CAE
1 stop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/115:08 amCAE - DSM
2 stops8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/116:11 pmDSM - CAE
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/154:06 pmCAE - DSM
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/65:57 amCID - CAE
1 stop5h 22mDelta
Tue 9/95:15 pmCAE - CID
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Deal found 8/18$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 8/276:46 amOMA - CAE
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/304:10 pmCAE - OMA
1 stop4h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$301
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/26:30 pmDSM - CAE
1 stop4h 07mDelta
Thu 10/95:45 amCAE - DSM
1 stop5h 20mDelta
Deal found 8/18$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/68:05 amCID - CAE
1 stop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/97:26 pmCAE - CID
1 stop4h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/43:17 pmOMA - CAE
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/811:04 amCAE - OMA
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 10/48:00 amCID - CAE
2 stops10h 01mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/810:24 amCAE - CID
2 stops12h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/20$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/66:35 amCID - CAE
2 stops6h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/910:24 amCAE - CID
2 stops12h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$334

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Columbia that are best for you.

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Fly to

Columbia

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Des MoinesColumbia

DSM - CAE

DSMCAE

Des Moines

Sat 10/4

11:25 am-7:08 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/11

6:00 am-10:05 am

1 stop5h 05m

$249

Des MoinesColumbia

DSM - CAE

DSMCAE

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

10:41 am-10:36 am

1 stop22h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 10/9

4:33 pm-8:30 am

1 stop16h 57m

$249

OmahaColumbia

OMA - CAE

OMACAE

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 1/23

4:25 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 1/27

11:08 am-4:30 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$259

OmahaColumbia

OMA - CAE

OMACAE

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 10/3

6:10 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop4h 27m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 10/6

5:32 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$259

OmahaColumbia

OMA - CAE

OMACAE

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 9/18

6:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 9/25

8:20 pm-12:06 am

1 stop4h 46m

$259

OmahaColumbia

OMA - CAE

OMACAE

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/16

6:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 9/23

11:02 am-5:15 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$259

Des MoinesColumbia

DSM - CAE

DSMCAE

Des Moines

Tue 9/2

3:12 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/6

5:15 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$259

Des MoinesColumbia

DSM - CAE

DSMCAE

Des Moines

Sat 10/4

4:09 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/11

5:08 am-12:38 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$265

Des MoinesColumbia

DSM - CAE

DSMCAE

Des Moines

Thu 9/11

6:11 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 9/15

4:06 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$273

Cedar RapidsColumbia

CID - CAE

CIDCAE

Cedar Rapids

Sat 9/6

5:57 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 9/9

5:15 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$279

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Columbia

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Iowa to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Iowa to Columbia, you will be flying into Metropolitan. Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is just 6.5 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Columbia?

    Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Iowa to Columbia in just under 3h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 48m. There are 952 mi between Iowa and Columbia. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $174. Users have also found prices from $179 and $180 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Iowa to Columbia consider Omaha Eppley Airfield - Columbia Metropolitan, Des Moines - Columbia Metropolitan or Cedar Rapids - Columbia Metropolitan as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Iowa to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 Iowa to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$238Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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