$349+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Columbia (MCI - CAE)
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MCI — CAE
Dec 12 — Dec 191
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to ColumbiaExplore 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 November 12, 2026.
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 November 12, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 12/36:32 pm -
1 stop4h 24m
Mon 12/75:10 pm -
1 stop5h 53m
Deal found 11/8![American Airlines logo]()
$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/124:16 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Tue 12/151:46 pm -
1 stop6h 14m
Deal found 11/11![American Airlines logo]()
$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Fri 11/275:10 pm -
1 stop5h 13m
Tue 12/15:00 am -
1 stop5h 46m
Deal found 11/11![American Airlines logo]()
$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Fri 11/276:00 am -
2 stops12h 08m
Tue 12/110:00 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Deal found 11/11![United Airlines logo]()
$404
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 11/196:35 pm -
1 stop4h 22m
Mon 11/231:46 pm -
1 stop6h 54m
Deal found 11/7![American Airlines logo]()
$429
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Mon 12/215:01 pm -
1 stop4h 55m
Thu 12/318:34 pm -
1 stop4h 46m
Deal found 11/11![American Airlines logo]()
$444
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Mon 12/2111:07 am -
1 stop7h 00m
Thu 12/3110:36 am -
2 stops12h 10m
Deal found 11/11![United Airlines logo]()
$455
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 12/311:27 am -
1 stop4h 42m
Mon 12/73:02 pm -
2 stops7h 45m
Deal found 11/8![United Airlines logo]()
$474
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/123:16 pm -
1 stop4h 55m
Tue 12/1510:00 am -
2 stops8h 35m
Deal found 11/10![United Airlines logo]()
$489
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 11/256:35 pm -
1 stop4h 22m
Fri 11/278:28 pm -
1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 11/11![American Airlines logo]()
$499
Best flights from Kansas City to ColumbiaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Kansas City to Columbia that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 12, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Kansas City to Columbia that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 12, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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.
Sat 12/124:16 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Tue 12/151:46 pm -
1 stop6h 14m
Deal found 11/10![American Airlines logo]()
$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 1/297:31 am -
1 stop5h 19m
Tue 2/912:30 pm -
2 stops10h 16m
Deal found 11/9![United Airlines logo]()
$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Fri 11/276:00 am -
2 stops12h 08m
Tue 12/110:00 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Deal found 11/11![United Airlines logo]()
$404
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Fri 5/73:22 pm -
2 stops7h 20m
Sun 5/96:30 am -
1 stop5h 03m
Deal found 11/11![United Airlines logo]()
$447
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Mon 12/2111:07 am -
1 stop7h 00m
Thu 12/3110:36 am -
2 stops12h 10m
Deal found 11/11![United Airlines logo]()
$455
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Sat 2/271:10 pm -
1 stop5h 49m
Tue 3/29:55 am -
1 stop5h 48m
Deal found 11/11![United Airlines logo]()
$469
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 5/18:00 am -
2 stops9h 49m
Tue 5/410:20 am -
1 stop5h 11m
Deal found 11/7![United Airlines logo]()
$474
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 12/35:45 am -
2 stops10h 24m
Mon 12/73:02 pm -
2 stops9h 05m
Deal found 11/8![United Airlines logo]()
$479
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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.
Sun 11/227:36 am -
2 stops10h 32m
Thu 11/262:52 pm -
1 stop6h 03m
Deal found 11/7![United Airlines logo]()
$504
Last-minute flights from Kansas City to ColumbiaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Kansas City to Columbia. Data last updated November 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Kansas City to Columbia. Data last updated November 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 11/196:35 pm -
1 stop4h 22m
Mon 11/231:46 pm -
1 stop6h 54m
Deal found 11/7![American Airlines logo]()
$429
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 11/256:35 pm -
1 stop4h 22m
Fri 11/278:28 pm -
1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 11/11![American Airlines logo]()
$499
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Fri 11/275:10 pm -
1 stop5h 13m
Tue 12/15:00 am -
1 stop5h 46m
Deal found 11/11![American Airlines logo]()
$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Fri 11/276:00 am -
2 stops12h 08m
Tue 12/110:00 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Deal found 11/11![United Airlines logo]()
$404
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 12/36:32 pm -
1 stop4h 24m
Mon 12/75:10 pm -
1 stop5h 53m
Deal found 11/8![American Airlines logo]()
$368
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 12/311:27 am -
1 stop4h 42m
Mon 12/73:02 pm -
2 stops7h 45m
Deal found 11/8![United Airlines logo]()
$474
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/124:16 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Tue 12/151:46 pm -
1 stop6h 14m
Deal found 11/11![American Airlines logo]()
$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/123:16 pm -
1 stop4h 55m
Tue 12/1510:00 am -
2 stops8h 35m
Deal found 11/10![United Airlines logo]()
$489
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Mon 12/215:01 pm -
1 stop4h 55m
Thu 12/318:34 pm -
1 stop4h 46m
Deal found 11/11![American Airlines logo]()
$444
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Mon 12/2111:07 am -
1 stop7h 00m
Thu 12/3110:36 am -
2 stops12h 10m
Deal found 11/11![United Airlines logo]()
$455
One-way flights from Kansas City to ColumbiaSearch for one-way flight options from Kansas City to Columbia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 12, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Kansas City to Columbia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 12, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 12/812:25 pm -
1 stop5h 58m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9![United Airlines logo]()
$349
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 November 12, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $368 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $349 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | October |
Cheapest in | December |
Average price | $472 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated November 12, 2026.
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 Kansas City - CAE Columbia Metropolitan
MCICAE
Kansas City
Tue 12/8
12:25 pm-7:23 pm
1 stop5h 58m
Columbia Metropolitan
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$349
Kansas CityColumbia
MCI Kansas City - CAE Columbia Metropolitan
MCICAE
Kansas City
Sat 12/12
4:16 pm-11:56 pm
1 stop6h 40m
Columbia Metropolitan
Tue 12/15
1:46 pm-7:00 pm
1 stop6h 14m
$369
Kansas CityColumbia
MCI Kansas City - CAE Columbia Metropolitan
MCICAE
Kansas City
Fri 1/29
7:31 am-1:50 pm
1 stop5h 19m
Columbia Metropolitan
Tue 2/9
12:30 pm-9:46 pm
2 stops10h 16m
$374
Kansas CityColumbia
MCI Kansas City - CAE Columbia Metropolitan
MCICAE
Kansas City
Fri 11/27
6:00 am-7:08 pm
2 stops12h 08m
Columbia Metropolitan
Tue 12/1
10:00 am-2:35 pm
1 stop5h 35m
$404
Kansas CityColumbia
MCI Kansas City - CAE Columbia Metropolitan
MCICAE
Kansas City
Fri 5/7
3:22 pm-11:42 pm
2 stops7h 20m
Columbia Metropolitan
Sun 5/9
6:30 am-10:33 am
1 stop5h 03m
$447
Kansas CityColumbia
MCI Kansas City - CAE Columbia Metropolitan
MCICAE
Kansas City
Mon 12/21
11:07 am-7:07 pm
1 stop7h 00m
Columbia Metropolitan
Thu 12/31
10:36 am-9:46 pm
2 stops12h 10m
$455
Kansas CityColumbia
MCI Kansas City - CAE Columbia Metropolitan
MCICAE
Kansas City
Sat 2/27
1:10 pm-7:59 pm
1 stop5h 49m
Columbia Metropolitan
Tue 3/2
9:55 am-2:43 pm
1 stop5h 48m
$469
Kansas CityColumbia
MCI Kansas City - CAE Columbia Metropolitan
MCICAE
Kansas City
Sat 5/1
8:00 am-6:49 pm
2 stops9h 49m
Columbia Metropolitan
Tue 5/4
10:20 am-2:31 pm
1 stop5h 11m
$474
Kansas CityColumbia
MCI Kansas City - CAE Columbia Metropolitan
MCICAE
Kansas City
Thu 12/3
5:45 am-5:09 pm
2 stops10h 24m
Columbia Metropolitan
Mon 12/7
3:02 pm-11:07 pm
2 stops9h 05m
$479
Kansas CityColumbia
MCI Kansas City - CAE Columbia Metropolitan
MCICAE
Kansas City
Sun 11/22
7:36 am-7:08 pm
2 stops10h 32m
Columbia Metropolitan
Thu 11/26
2:52 pm-7:55 pm
1 stop6h 03m
$504
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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 November.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 Kansas City-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 Kansas City to Columbia
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbia from Kansas City with our price prediction graph.
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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Columbia (average of $344). Flying from Kansas City to Columbia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $488). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Columbia?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Kansas City to Columbia flights typically cost between $410 and $549 in December.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $368 on American Airlines (Dec 3-Dec 7).
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 November 12, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta 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.
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$278 | Average$458 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$284 | Average$413 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |