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$148+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Columbia (MSP - 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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — CAE
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Wed 11/26
Wed 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) 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 October 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$268
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$148
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$378
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/96:30 amMSP - CAE
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/133:05 pmCAE - MSP
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25$268
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/258:00 amMSP - CAE
1 stop7h 43mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/25:24 pmCAE - MSP
1 stop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/247:16 amMSP - CAE
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Thu 11/277:10 amCAE - MSP
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Deal found 10/25$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 10/288:00 amMSP - CAE
1 stop7h 43mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/410:20 amCAE - MSP
1 stop6h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$381
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Mon 11/2412:51 pmMSP - CAE
2 stops9h 19mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/277:00 amCAE - MSP
1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/25$388
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 10/311:20 pmMSP - CAE
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Sun 11/25:00 amCAE - MSP
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Deal found 10/26$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 10/316:00 amMSP - CAE
2 stops8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/36:13 pmCAE - MSP
1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$418
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 10/318:00 amMSP - CAE
2 stops9h 54mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/310:20 amCAE - MSP
1 stop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$464

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Columbia that are best for you.

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MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/29

7:00 am-3:42 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 2/1

3:11 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$259

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/21

5:15 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 04m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 4/25

10:10 am-3:30 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$259

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/21

6:54 am-12:04 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 4/25

5:33 am-11:14 am

2 stops6h 41m

$264

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/9

6:30 am-2:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 11/13

3:05 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops21h 55m

$268

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/7

4:25 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 4/11

8:44 am-3:33 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$279

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 11/25

8:00 am-4:43 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/2

5:24 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$294

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/21

6:30 am-2:10 pm

2 stops6h 40m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 4/25

2:40 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops8h 49m

$305

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/29

9:55 am-4:26 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 2/1

9:10 am-7:44 pm

2 stops11h 34m

$313

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 11/24

7:16 am-3:05 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 11/27

7:10 am-2:36 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$339

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 2/27

6:20 am-12:27 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 3/1

5:38 am-9:00 am

1 stop4h 22m

$343

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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 Minneapolis to Columbia in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Minneapolis-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Minneapolis-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Minneapolis-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Minneapolis-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 Minneapolis to Columbia

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Columbia (average of $92). Flying from Minneapolis to Columbia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $161). 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.

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 October 27, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Minneapolis to Columbia, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,033 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Columbia?

    Delta and American Airlines can get you from Minneapolis to Columbia in just under 4h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 32m. The distance from Minneapolis to Columbia is about 991 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Minneapolis to Columbia round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Minneapolis to Columbia round-trip from $258. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $258, and Delta, from $258. Users have found that American Airlines is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Columbia (average of $92). Flying from Minneapolis to Columbia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $161). 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 Minneapolis to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis 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 October 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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