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$269+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Columbia (MCI - CAE)

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MCI — CAE
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sun 1/25
Sun 2/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Columbia

Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 26, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/254:12 pmMCI - CAE
1 stop6h 26mDelta
Fri 1/25:36 pmCAE - MCI
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Deal found 12/24$338
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/256:00 amMCI - CAE
2 stops10h 51mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/29:05 amCAE - MCI
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/24$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Mon 12/296:36 pmMCI - CAE
1 stop4h 31mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/57:59 pmCAE - MCI
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/24$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/256:35 pmMCI - CAE
1 stop4h 51mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/26:20 amCAE - MCI
2 stops11h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/297:40 amMCI - CAE
2 stops10h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/510:40 amCAE - MCI
1 stop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/276:36 pmMCI - CAE
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/39:05 amCAE - MCI
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/25$495
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/245:07 pmMCI - CAE
2 stops30h 19mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/2610:40 amCAE - MCI
1 stop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$789
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/279:00 amMCI - CAE
2 stops14h 26mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/310:40 amCAE - MCI
2 stops10h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$955

Find flight deals from Kansas City to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 December 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$269
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$307
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($53 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Columbia that are best for you.

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Kansas CityColumbia

MCI - CAE

MCICAE

Kansas City

Fri 1/30

3:38 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/2

6:21 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$269

Kansas CityColumbia

MCI - CAE

MCICAE

Kansas City

Thu 1/8

1:56 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 1/12

7:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$279

Kansas CityColumbia

MCI - CAE

MCICAE

Kansas City

Thu 3/5

10:58 am-7:14 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 3/7

6:18 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$284

Kansas CityColumbia

MCI - CAE

MCICAE

Kansas City

Sat 1/24

12:35 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 1/27

2:37 pm-7:47 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$339

Kansas CityColumbia

MCI - CAE

MCICAE

Kansas City

Fri 1/30

8:00 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/2

8:00 am-8:33 pm

2 stops13h 33m

$344

Kansas CityColumbia

MCI - CAE

MCICAE

Kansas City

Sat 1/3

6:35 pm-12:26 am

1 stop4h 51m

$365

Kansas CityColumbia

MCI - CAE

MCICAE

Kansas City

Sat 1/3

4:59 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$365

Kansas CityColumbia

MCI - CAE

MCICAE

Kansas City

Sat 1/3

6:00 am-2:10 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$370

Kansas CityColumbia

MCI - CAE

MCICAE

Kansas City

Mon 1/5

6:00 am-3:47 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$390

Kansas CityColumbia

MCI - CAE

MCICAE

Kansas City

Mon 1/5

5:12 am-3:39 pm

2 stops9h 27m

$395

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Deals found on 12/24

Compare providers for flights from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Columbia in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Kansas City-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Kansas City-Columbia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Columbia

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Columbia (average of $211). Flying from Kansas City to Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $277). 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.

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 December 26, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Kansas City to Columbia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,115 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,062 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Columbia?

    Departing from Kansas City to Columbia will take you 5h 20m. There are 838 mi between Kansas City and Columbia. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Kansas City to Columbia round-trip from $248. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $248, and Delta, from $248. American Airlines is currently priced 25% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Columbia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Columbia?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Columbia (average of $211). Flying from Kansas City to Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $277). 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 Kansas City to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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