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$229+ Cheap flights from Louisville to Columbia (SDF - 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 12/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — CAE
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Louisville to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Fri 12/195:00 amSDF - CAE
1 stop3h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/306:21 pmCAE - SDF
1 stop3h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Sun 12/147:00 amSDF - CAE
1 stop3h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/207:59 pmCAE - SDF
1 stop4h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/116:00 amSDF - CAE
1 stop4h 12mDelta
Sun 12/146:38 amCAE - SDF
1 stop5h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/24$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Thu 12/117:00 amSDF - CAE
2 stops7h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/142:22 pmCAE - SDF
1 stop8h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Fri 12/126:08 amSDF - CAE
1 stop3h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/145:06 amCAE - SDF
2 stops7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 12/307:24 pmSDF - CAE
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/47:59 pmCAE - SDF
1 stop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/26$327
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 12/39:55 amSDF - CAE
1 stop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/105:24 pmCAE - SDF
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/26$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Tue 12/306:11 pmSDF - CAE
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/42:30 pmCAE - SDF
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/25$504

Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) 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 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(Delta)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$298
Provider with most accurate pricing for Louisville Intl-Columbia Metropolitan flight deals.
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From Louisville Intl to Columbia Metropolitan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville 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 November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Columbia that are best for you.

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LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Tue 1/27

5:35 am-11:58 am

1 stop6h 23m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/31

5:35 am-11:37 am

1 stop6h 02m

$229

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Sun 12/14

7:00 am-10:48 am

1 stop3h 48m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 12/20

7:59 pm-12:21 am

1 stop4h 22m

$244

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Tue 12/9

12:20 pm-4:43 pm

1 stop4h 23m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 12/13

5:24 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$259

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Fri 12/12

6:00 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 12m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 12/14

11:00 am-5:16 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$259

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Thu 12/11

6:00 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 12m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 12/14

6:38 am-12:13 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$259

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Thu 12/11

7:00 am-2:15 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 12/14

2:22 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$264

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-11:34 am

1 stop5h 34m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/31

11:59 am-9:16 pm

2 stops9h 17m

$294

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Sun 12/28

9:05 am-1:55 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$400

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Deals found on 11/25

Compare providers for flights from Louisville 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 Louisville to Columbia in November.
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 Louisville-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Louisville-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Louisville-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Louisville-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 Louisville-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 Louisville to Columbia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbia from Louisville with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Columbia (average of $41). Flying from Louisville to Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $93). 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 SDF to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville 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 November 26, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Louisville to Columbia at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Louisville to Columbia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,999 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,999 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,999 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
11,038 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,999 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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 Louisville 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 Louisville to Columbia?

    There are many flights that can get you from Louisville to Columbia in 3h 48m. Fly via Delta or American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 389 mi between Louisville and Columbia. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Louisville to Columbia round-trip from $191. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American Airlines. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Columbia (average of $41). Flying from Louisville to Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $93). 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 Louisville to Columbia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Louisville 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$191Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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