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$135+ Cheap flights from Louisville to Columbia (SDF - CAE)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — CAE
Mar 27 — Apr 31
Fri 3/27
Fri 4/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Columbia

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 February 25, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/3012:34 pm
SDF
-
CAE
1 stop7h 47m
American Airlines
Sun 5/35:55 am
CAE
-
SDF
1 stop5h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/21$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 3/116:00 am
SDF
-
CAE
1 stop4h 55m
American Airlines
Sun 3/157:00 am
CAE
-
SDF
1 stop8h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/23$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 7/116:00 am
SDF
-
CAE
1 stop3h 56m
United Airlines
Tue 7/142:29 pm
CAE
-
SDF
1 stop8h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/23$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 2/247:05 am
SDF
-
CAE
1 stop4h 55m
Delta
Sun 3/15:35 am
CAE
-
SDF
1 stop3h 53m
Delta
Deal found 2/23$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 2/266:15 am
SDF
-
CAE
1 stop7h 49m
United Airlines
Sat 2/289:00 am
CAE
-
SDF
2 stops10h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/22$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Thu 2/266:00 am
SDF
-
CAE
1 stop4h 55m
American Airlines
Wed 3/46:15 pm
CAE
-
SDF
1 stop4h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/25$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 2/266:00 am
SDF
-
CAE
1 stop4h 55m
American Airlines
Sat 2/282:38 pm
CAE
-
SDF
1 stop4h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/22$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Sun 3/295:35 pm
SDF
-
CAE
1 stop3h 45m
Delta
Sun 4/58:28 am
CAE
-
SDF
1 stop3h 30m
Delta
Deal found 2/23$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 2/274:50 pm
SDF
-
CAE
1 stop7h 02m
American Airlines
Mon 3/28:11 pm
CAE
-
SDF
1 stop4h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/23$369

Find 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 February 25, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$135
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$462
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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One-way flight from Louisville Intl to Columbia Metropolitan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($72 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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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 February 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Columbia that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Fri 5/1

8:10 am-1:14 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 5/3

7:12 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$249

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Wed 3/11

4:50 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 3/15

6:00 am-10:32 am

1 stop4h 32m

$299

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Sat 2/28

5:33 am-9:28 am

1 stop3h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 3/2

6:50 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$309

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Sat 2/28

5:33 am-9:28 am

1 stop3h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 3/4

6:40 am-11:27 am

1 stop4h 47m

$309

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Sun 3/29

5:35 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop3h 45m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 4/5

8:28 am-11:58 am

1 stop3h 30m

$354

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Fri 3/13

6:00 am-9:18 am

1 stop3h 18m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 3/15

5:34 am-9:28 am

1 stop3h 54m

$399

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Fri 3/27

7:57 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 3/29

8:11 pm-12:27 am

1 stop4h 16m

$408

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Fri 4/10

5:35 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop3h 45m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 4/12

7:13 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$479

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Fri 3/27

5:45 pm-7:01 pm

2 stops25h 16m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 3/29

6:30 am-1:17 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$508

LouisvilleColumbia

SDF - CAE

SDFCAE

Louisville Intl

Mon 3/9

9:30 am-6:27 pm

1 stop8h 57m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 3/13

5:50 pm-1:26 pm

2 stops43h 36m

$537

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Deals found on 2/22

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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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Louisville-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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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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 February is currently the most expensive (average of $96). 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 Louisville to Columbia?

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 February 25, 2026.
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
8,237 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
8,237 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,237 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
11,345 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,237 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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 5h 04m. 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 $228. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American Airlines. These flights start at 38% 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 February is currently the most expensive (average of $96). 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 February 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$228Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$278Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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