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$90+ Cheap flights from Maryland to Columbia (CAE)

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Cheap flight deals from Maryland to Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Maryland to Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$178
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$90
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$393
From Maryland to Columbia Metropolitan
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Cheapest flights from Maryland to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Maryland to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/265:00 amPHL - CAE
1 stop5h 36mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/287:11 pmCAE - PHL
1 stop4h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$178
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/172:06 pmPHL - CAE
1 stop6h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/215:16 pmCAE - PHL
1 stop6h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$197
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/237:00 amBWI - CAE
1 stop4h 58mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/2612:53 pmCAE - BWI
1 stop8h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$203
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/138:59 amDCA - CAE
1 stop5h 27mDelta
Tue 9/161:22 pmCAE - DCA
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 7/28$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 amIAD - CAE
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Sun 8/245:40 amCAE - IAD
1 stop3h 32mDelta
Deal found 7/29$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 8/236:37 amBWI - CAE
1 stop10h 19mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/283:18 pmCAE - BWI
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$219
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/2610:00 pmDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/286:00 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/275:21 pmIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/287:48 pmCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$219
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 9/264:43 pmIAD - CAE
2 stops17h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/285:01 pmCAE - IAD
2 stops16h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/411:18 amIAD - CAE
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/66:15 amCAE - IAD
1 stop3h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 11/143:30 pmDCA - CAE
1 stop6h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/155:24 pmCAE - DCA
1 stop5h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/231:35 pmBWI - CAE
1 stop5h 38mDelta
Wed 8/273:08 pmCAE - BWI
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Deal found 7/30$277

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Maryland 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Maryland to Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Maryland

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaColumbia

PHL - CAE

PHLCAE

Philadelphia

Fri 9/26

5:00 am-10:36 am

1 stop5h 36m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/28

7:11 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$178

PhiladelphiaColumbia

PHL - CAE

PHLCAE

Philadelphia

Sun 8/17

2:06 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 8/21

5:16 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$197

BaltimoreColumbia

BWI - CAE

BWICAE

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 10/23

7:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop4h 58m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 10/26

12:53 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$203

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/13

8:59 am-2:26 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 9/16

1:22 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/21

6:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 8/24

5:40 am-9:12 am

1 stop3h 32m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/26

10:00 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/28

6:00 am-7:38 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$219

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/27

5:21 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/28

7:48 pm-9:24 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$219

BaltimoreColumbia

BWI - CAE

BWICAE

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 8/23

6:37 am-4:56 pm

1 stop10h 19m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 8/28

3:18 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$219

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/26

4:43 pm-10:36 am

2 stops17h 53m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/28

5:01 pm-9:59 am

2 stops16h 58m

$253

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/4

11:18 am-5:07 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/6

6:15 am-10:07 am

1 stop3h 52m

$267

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Best time to book a flight from Maryland to Columbia

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Maryland 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 July 31, 2025.

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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 July 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Maryland to Columbia, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,900 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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!
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
702 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,048 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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 Maryland to Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Columbia from Maryland?

    If you book a flight to Columbia from Maryland, you will be flying to Metropolitan, which is the city’s only airport. Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is located 6.5 mi from the center of Columbia.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Maryland to Columbia one-way?

    $90 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Allegiant Air and Delta, with prices starting from $127 and $139, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Maryland to Columbia?

    Most travelers choose Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Columbia Metropolitan, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Columbia Metropolitan or Baltimore/Washington - Columbia Metropolitan when deciding on the best route from Maryland to Columbia.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Maryland 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 3 airlines flying from Maryland to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Maryland 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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