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$81+ Cheap flights from Michigan 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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — CAE
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to Columbia

Cheapest flights from Michigan to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan 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 12/15. 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.
Thu 12/256:00 amDTW - CAE
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/66:10 pmCAE - DTW
1 stop4h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$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.
Wed 12/316:00 amDTW - CAE
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/47:59 pmCAE - DTW
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$279
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.
Wed 12/319:05 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 21mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/47:37 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 07mUnited 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.
Thu 12/256:09 amORD - CAE
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/313:25 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$304
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.
Fri 12/265:45 amDTW - CAE
1 stop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:37 pmCAE - DTW
1 stop4h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$309
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 12/252:30 pmDTW - CAE
1 stop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/297:37 pmCAE - DTW
1 stop4h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$310
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 12/1811:12 amDTW - CAE
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/57:59 pmCAE - DTW
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$319
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 12/259:05 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/297:37 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$329
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.
Tue 12/305:00 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/26:09 amCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$334
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:45 amDTW - CAE
1 stop6h 23mDelta
Tue 12/233:00 pmCAE - DTW
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/17$354
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.
Wed 12/319:05 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 21mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/12:30 pmCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$354
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.
Fri 12/269:05 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/306:20 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$355

Find flight deals from Michigan to Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$165
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$81
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$338
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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 Michigan to Columbia that are best for you.

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ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/16

10:45 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/18

8:00 am-9:36 am

Nonstop2h 36m

$209

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/30

12:15 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/2

5:00 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

1:00 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 1/19

7:30 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/30

7:10 am-3:47 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 2/1

6:50 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 15m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

6:17 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 27m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 1/27

2:49 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

MDW - CAE

MDWCAE

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/28

12:48 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/31

5:35 am-9:53 am

1 stop5h 18m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

MDW - CAE

MDWCAE

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/30

10:48 am-6:10 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/2

6:59 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop4h 23m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

MDW - CAE

MDWCAE

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/29

12:48 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/31

6:50 am-9:53 am

1 stop4h 03m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

MDW - CAE

MDWCAE

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/28

6:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop4h 58m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/2

5:06 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

MDW - CAE

MDWCAE

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/17

6:45 am-11:58 am

1 stop4h 13m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 1/19

5:06 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$229

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to Columbia

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Columbia (average of $99). Flying from Michigan to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $200). 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 MI to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan 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.

When flying from Michigan to Columbia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight at noon.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Michigan 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 Michigan?

    Columbia Metropolitan (CAE), located 6.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Michigan to Columbia.

  • How long is the flight from Michigan to Columbia?

    For as low as $209, United Airlines can have you in Columbia from Michigan in 2h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 666 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 Michigan to Columbia?

    While some choose either Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Columbia Metropolitan or Chicago Midway - Columbia Metropolitan, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbia Metropolitan is the most popular route from Michigan to Columbia.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Columbia (average of $99). Flying from Michigan to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $200). 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 Michigan to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Michigan 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
DeltaCheapest$216Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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