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$82+ Cheap flights from Michigan to Columbia (CAE)

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DTW — CAE
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Tue 6/24
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$82
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$317
From Michigan to Columbia Metropolitan
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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 June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sat 9/135:05 amORD - CAE
1 stop7h 16mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/202:16 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$163
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 9/65:40 amDTW - CAE
1 stop7h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/911:57 amCAE - DTW
1 stop9h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$177
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 7/176:30 amDTW - CAE
1 stop7h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/221:24 pmCAE - DTW
1 stop7h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$192
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/411:40 amORD - CAE
1 stop4h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/74:15 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/195:05 amORD - CAE
1 stop9h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/209:50 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$220
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 9/156:00 amMDW - CAE
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Tue 9/235:40 amCAE - MDW
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 6/11$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/151:43 pmDTW - CAE
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/183:23 pmCAE - DTW
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/43:00 pmGRR - CAE
1 stop4h 09mDelta
Wed 7/164:41 pmCAE - GRR
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Deal found 6/9$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/216:00 amGRR - CAE
1 stop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/253:29 pmCAE - GRR
2 stops8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/246:45 amFNT - CAE
2 stops6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/285:15 amCAE - FNT
2 stops8h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 6/207:10 amORD - CAE
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Sat 6/285:43 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 6/12$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/116:30 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/132:57 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$280

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to Columbia that are best for you.

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Michigan

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Columbia

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Return

Price

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/7

5:05 am-4:46 pm

1 stop10h 41m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 7/12

4:37 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$175

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/6

5:40 am-1:21 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 9/9

11:57 am-9:42 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$177

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/17

6:30 am-2:18 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 7/22

1:24 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$192

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/4

11:40 am-4:59 pm

1 stop4h 19m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 7/7

4:15 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$209

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/19

5:05 am-3:42 pm

1 stop9h 37m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 7/20

9:50 pm-8:55 am

1 stop12h 05m

$220

ChicagoColumbia

MDW - CAE

MDWCAE

Chicago Midway

Mon 9/15

6:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 9/23

5:40 am-9:51 am

1 stop5h 11m

$229

DetroitColumbia

DTW - CAE

DTWCAE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/15

1:43 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 8/18

3:23 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$249

Grand RapidsColumbia

GRR - CAE

GRRCAE

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Fri 7/4

3:00 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop4h 09m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 7/16

4:41 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$249

Grand RapidsColumbia

GRR - CAE

GRRCAE

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Thu 8/21

6:00 am-10:47 am

1 stop4h 47m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 8/25

3:29 pm-12:07 am

2 stops8h 38m

$254

FlintColumbia

FNT - CAE

FNTCAE

Flint Bishop

Wed 9/24

6:45 am-1:24 pm

2 stops6h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/28

5:15 am-2:03 pm

2 stops8h 48m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to Columbia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbia from Michigan with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Michigan 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 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 June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Michigan to Columbia as you normally would.

Rainfall in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 5.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.5 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and Allegiant Air from Michigan to Columbia to help guide your decision. 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
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8,052 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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 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.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $82. Allegiant Air flights start at $111 while deals on American Airlines start at $115 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Chicago Midway - Columbia Metropolitan or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Michigan 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 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$216Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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