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$165+ Cheap flights from Louisville to Columbia (SDF - CAE)

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SDF — CAE
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$229
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$165
(Mytrip)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$328
From Louisville Intl to Columbia Metropolitan
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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 August 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/177:35 pmSDF - CAE
1 stop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/221:54 pmCAE - SDF
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Tue 9/26:00 amSDF - CAE
1 stop3h 41mDelta
Sat 9/65:40 amCAE - SDF
1 stop4h 08mDelta
Deal found 8/18$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1710:14 amSDF - CAE
2 stops30h 38mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/217:11 pmCAE - SDF
1 stop14h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/19$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Sat 8/306:00 amSDF - CAE
1 stop3h 31mDelta
Mon 9/15:40 amCAE - SDF
1 stop4h 08mDelta
Deal found 8/18$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 8/216:00 amSDF - CAE
1 stop4h 24mDelta
Sat 8/235:40 amCAE - SDF
1 stop4h 08mDelta
Deal found 8/18$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 8/218:06 pmSDF - CAE
1 stop3h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/235:10 amCAE - SDF
2 stops9h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/31:59 pmSDF - CAE
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/710:24 amCAE - SDF
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/19$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1710:14 amSDF - CAE
2 stops30h 38mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/2211:31 amCAE - SDF
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/19$300
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/176:00 amSDF - CAE
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Sun 9/215:40 amCAE - SDF
1 stop3h 09mDelta
Deal found 8/19$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/96:00 amSDF - CAE
1 stop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/97:26 pmCAE - SDF
1 stop3h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/177:20 amSDF - CAE
2 stops6h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/222:52 pmCAE - SDF
2 stops8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/19$353

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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 August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Columbia that are best for you.

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Louisville

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Columbia

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Price

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Wed 9/17

7:35 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop4h 03m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 9/22

1:54 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$229

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Tue 9/2

6:00 am-9:41 am

1 stop3h 41m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/6

5:40 am-9:48 am

1 stop4h 08m

$239

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Wed 9/3

5:18 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/7

6:00 am-10:41 am

1 stop4h 41m

$239

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Wed 9/17

10:14 am-4:52 pm

2 stops30h 38m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/21

7:11 pm-9:19 am

1 stop14h 08m

$277

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Sat 8/30

6:00 am-9:31 am

1 stop3h 31m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 9/1

5:40 am-9:48 am

1 stop4h 08m

$284

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Wed 9/3

1:59 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/7

10:24 am-5:15 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$299

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Wed 9/17

10:14 am-4:52 pm

2 stops30h 38m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 9/22

11:31 am-10:04 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$300

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Tue 9/2

7:11 am-3:30 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/6

1:54 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops8h 28m

$304

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Wed 9/17

7:10 am-10:17 am

1 stop3h 07m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/21

6:47 am-10:00 am

1 stop3h 13m

$317

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Sun 8/31

7:58 pm-10:44 am

1 stop14h 46m

$165

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Best time to book a flight from Louisville to Columbia

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Louisville 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 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 August 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Louisville to Columbia at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% 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 August 20, 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
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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 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 41m. Fly via American Airlines, Delta, or Spirit 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 $228. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American Airlines. These flights start at 34% 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Louisville 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 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$228Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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