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$240+ 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 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — CAE
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$240
(American Airlines)

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August

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$358
From Minneapolis St Paul to Columbia Metropolitan
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/71:20 pmMSP - CAE
1 stop6h 51mDelta
Sat 10/1111:01 amCAE - MSP
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Deal found 9/9$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/16:00 amMSP - CAE
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/410:15 amCAE - MSP
2 stops7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/76:00 amMSP - CAE
2 stops7h 18mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/112:53 pmCAE - MSP
2 stops9h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 9/305:45 pmMSP - CAE
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/46:15 amCAE - MSP
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 10/75:00 amMSP - CAE
2 stops7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/112:35 pmCAE - MSP
2 stops8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/26:00 amMSP - CAE
2 stops7h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/55:26 pmCAE - MSP
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/98:00 amMSP - CAE
1 stop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/123:42 pmCAE - MSP
1 stop6h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/16:00 amMSP - CAE
2 stops7h 18mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/410:24 amCAE - MSP
2 stops8h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/316:00 amMSP - CAE
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/25:06 amCAE - MSP
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$343

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis 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 September 11, 2025.
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

Sat 10/25

5:30 am-12:30 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 10/29

6:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$259

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/7

6:00 am-11:39 am

1 stop4h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/11

10:52 am-5:49 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$259

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/1

6:00 am-1:24 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/4

10:15 am-2:09 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$259

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/21

6:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/25

5:59 pm-12:09 am

1 stop7h 10m

$259

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/7

6:00 am-2:18 pm

2 stops7h 18m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/11

10:20 am-3:50 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$264

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 10/2

6:00 am-2:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 10/6

5:59 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops6h 41m

$264

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/21

6:00 am-2:18 pm

2 stops7h 18m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/25

2:53 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops9h 22m

$269

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 11/17

5:44 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 11/26

4:18 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$274

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/28

9:58 am-5:04 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$326

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/28

6:00 am-2:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$326

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Deals found on 9/10

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

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 September 11, 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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
7,960 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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 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, American Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Minneapolis to Columbia in just under 4h 39m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 39m. 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 $273, and Delta, from $328. 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Minneapolis 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 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$328Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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