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$69+ Cheap flights from Maryland to Columbia (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 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — CAE
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Maryland to Columbia

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 December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/3012:26 pmDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/210:39 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/308:20 amIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/27:37 pmCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$219
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/318:23 amDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/17:05 amCAE - DCA
1 stop3h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$242
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/308:20 amIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/47:37 pmCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/255:15 pmIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/2910:40 amCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/278:23 amDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/76:21 pmCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$275
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/2512:30 pmDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/296:09 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/178:19 amDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/226:09 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/235:15 pmIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/2910:40 amCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/268:05 pmDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/286:09 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/1710:06 amDCA - CAE
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/246:09 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$312
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/2312:39 pmDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/316:09 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$316

Find flight deals from Maryland to Columbia

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Round-trip from

$167
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One-way from

$69
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Average price

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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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Maryland to Columbia that are best for you.

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Maryland

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreColumbia

BWI - CAE

BWICAE

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/8

9:26 am-5:38 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/11

6:28 pm-8:31 am

1 stop14h 03m

$180

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/30

12:26 pm-2:04 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 1/2

10:39 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$219

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/2

5:15 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 1/6

7:30 pm-9:08 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$219

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:26 pm-2:04 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 1/1

2:48 pm-4:21 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$219

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/4

6:00 am-10:16 am

1 stop4h 16m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/10

12:45 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$224

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/5

8:50 am-3:47 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 1/12

5:00 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$224

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/31

1:44 pm-5:44 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/2

11:24 am-12:59 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$227

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/27

9:03 am-10:54 am

Nonstop1h 51m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 3/4

6:18 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$227

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/29

10:00 pm-11:31 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 5/30

6:33 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$227

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/9

7:59 am-11:58 am

1 stop3h 59m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/11

7:00 am-12:57 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$234

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Best time to book a flight from Maryland to Columbia

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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 $50). Flying from Maryland to Columbia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Maryland to Columbia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.

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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.

  • How long is the flight from Maryland to Columbia?

    Airlines like American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Maryland to Columbia in about 1h 38m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 38m. The distance from Maryland to Columbia is about 408 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Most travelers choose Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Columbia Metropolitan, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - 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 $50). Flying from Maryland to Columbia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$219Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$303Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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