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$149+ 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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CAE
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$181
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$149
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$362
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 June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/116:52 pmCID - CAE
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/139:50 pmCAE - CID
1 stop21h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$181
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/305:30 amDSM - CAE
1 stop3h 45mDelta
Mon 8/47:11 pmCAE - DSM
1 stop4h 22mDelta
Deal found 6/10$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/305:00 amDSM - CAE
2 stops8h 06mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/46:04 pmCAE - DSM
1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/275:27 pmMLI - CAE
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Fri 7/43:00 pmCAE - MLI
1 stop6h 23mDelta
Deal found 6/11$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/115:05 amOMA - CAE
1 stop6h 48mDelta
Thu 7/177:11 pmCAE - OMA
1 stop6h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/10$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/236:16 pmOMA - CAE
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/294:12 pmCAE - OMA
2 stops8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$264
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 7/261:13 pmDSM - CAE
2 stops30h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/24:37 pmCAE - DSM
2 stops31h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$271
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/284:20 pmMLI - CAE
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/54:12 pmCAE - MLI
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/127:03 amCID - CAE
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/178:44 pmCAE - CID
1 stop4h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$322
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 6/283:26 pmMLI - CAE
1 stop22h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/55:41 pmCAE - MLI
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/116:00 amCID - CAE
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Sun 7/137:11 pmCAE - CID
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Deal found 6/11$348
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/176:00 amOMA - CAE
2 stops7h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/2310:34 amCAE - OMA
2 stops12h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$366

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Columbia that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsColumbia

CID - CAE

CIDCAE

Cedar Rapids

Fri 7/11

6:52 pm-3:42 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 7/13

9:50 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop21h 12m

$181

Des MoinesColumbia

DSM - CAE

DSMCAE

Des Moines

Wed 7/30

5:30 am-10:15 am

1 stop3h 45m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 8/4

7:11 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop4h 22m

$249

Des MoinesColumbia

DSM - CAE

DSMCAE

Des Moines

Wed 7/30

5:00 am-2:06 pm

2 stops8h 06m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 8/4

6:04 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$254

MolineColumbia

MLI - CAE

MLICAE

Moline Quad-City

Fri 6/27

5:27 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 7/4

3:00 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$254

OmahaColumbia

OMA - CAE

OMACAE

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 7/11

5:05 am-12:53 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 7/17

7:11 pm-12:12 am

1 stop6h 01m

$259

OmahaColumbia

OMA - CAE

OMACAE

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 7/23

6:16 pm-12:06 am

1 stop4h 50m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 7/29

4:12 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops8h 47m

$264

Des MoinesColumbia

DSM - CAE

DSMCAE

Des Moines

Sat 7/26

1:13 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops30h 47m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/2

4:37 pm-10:38 pm

2 stops31h 01m

$271

MolineColumbia

MLI - CAE

MLICAE

Moline Quad-City

Sat 6/28

4:20 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 7/5

4:12 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$279

Cedar RapidsColumbia

CID - CAE

CIDCAE

Cedar Rapids

Tue 8/12

7:03 am-2:49 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 8/17

8:44 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$322

MolineColumbia

MLI - CAE

MLICAE

Moline Quad-City

Sat 6/28

3:26 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop22h 59m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 7/5

5:41 pm-11:56 am

2 stops19h 15m

$344

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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.

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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Iowa to Columbia, such as Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Iowa to Columbia consider Des Moines - Columbia Metropolitan, Moline Quad-City - 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$238Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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