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$229+ Cheap flights from Lexington to Columbia (LEX - 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 8/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LEX — CAE
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lexington to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$229
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$308
From Lexington Blue Grass to Columbia Metropolitan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Lexington to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lexington to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/77:00 amLEX - CAE
1 stop3h 15mDelta
Sun 8/105:35 amCAE - LEX
1 stop3h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/12$229
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.
Sun 7/207:34 pmLEX - CAE
1 stop20h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/264:37 pmCAE - LEX
1 stop26h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$237
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 9/237:00 amLEX - CAE
2 stops7h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/110:24 amCAE - LEX
2 stops10h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$398
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.
Wed 6/256:10 amLEX - CAE
2 stops7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/294:18 pmCAE - LEX
1 stop3h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$563

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington 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 Lexington to Columbia that are best for you.

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Lexington

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Columbia

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Depart

Return

Price

LexingtonColumbia

LEX - CAE

LEXCAE

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 8/7

7:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop3h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 8/10

5:35 am-9:20 am

1 stop3h 45m

$229

LexingtonColumbia

LEX - CAE

LEXCAE

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 7/20

7:34 pm-3:42 pm

1 stop20h 08m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 7/26

4:37 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop26h 07m

$237

LexingtonColumbia

LEX - CAE

LEXCAE

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 8/7

7:00 am-2:22 pm

2 stops7h 22m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 8/10

5:35 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$551

LexingtonColumbia

LEX - CAE

LEXCAE

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 6/25

6:10 am-2:05 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/29

4:18 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$563

LexingtonColumbia

LEX - CAE

LEXCAE

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 6/16

5:00 am-8:25 am

1 stop3h 25m

$379

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Lexington to Columbia

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Lexington 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LEX to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Lexington 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from Lexington to Columbia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus 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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Lexington to Columbia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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 Lexington 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 Lexington to Columbia round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Lexington to Columbia round-trip from $229. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $551, and American Airlines, from $563. Users have found that Delta is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Lexington 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 2 airlines flying from Lexington to Columbia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Lexington 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$198Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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