HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Columbia

$139+ 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 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — CAE
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Minneapolis to Columbia with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$139
(Delta)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$426
From Minneapolis St Paul to Columbia Metropolitan
Search Deals
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Columbia Metropolitan
Search Deals
High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Minneapolis to Columbia

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 August 14, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Wed 10/11:14 pmMSP - CAE
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Sat 10/45:40 amCAE - MSP
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Deal found 8/13$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 10/411:04 amCAE - MSP
1 stop5h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 11/86:00 amMSP - CAE
2 stops8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/126:06 amCAE - MSP
2 stops6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Wed 9/35:25 amMSP - CAE
1 stop5h 54mDelta
Thu 9/46:00 amCAE - MSP
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Deal found 8/13$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/33:09 pmMSP - CAE
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/67:26 amCAE - MSP
2 stops10h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 10/15:45 pmMSP - CAE
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/55:15 amCAE - MSP
1 stop4h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 8/286:00 amMSP - CAE
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/15:10 amCAE - MSP
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$323
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 9/47:05 amMSP - CAE
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Sat 9/65:40 amCAE - MSP
2 stops16h 09mDelta
Deal found 8/13$325
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Wed 9/36:10 pmMSP - CAE
1 stop4h 31mDelta
Sun 9/75:40 amCAE - MSP
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Deal found 8/13$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 11/215:45 pmMSP - CAE
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/236:13 pmCAE - MSP
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$343
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 9/127:18 amMSP - CAE
2 stops26h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/147:11 pmCAE - MSP
2 stops20h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/25:25 amMSP - CAE
1 stop5h 54mDelta
Fri 9/55:40 amCAE - MSP
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Deal found 8/13$348

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Minneapolis

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 9/3

3:08 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/6

3:40 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$259

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 9/4

7:05 am-4:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/6

5:40 am-10:16 am

1 stop5h 36m

$259

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 11/8

6:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 11/12

10:20 am-2:20 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$259

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/3

7:05 am-3:07 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/10

5:40 am-11:47 am

1 stop7h 07m

$259

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/3

3:33 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/10

5:29 am-8:58 am

1 stop4h 29m

$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

6:15 am-10:08 am

1 stop4h 53m

$259

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 9/5

4:45 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/6

5:40 am-9:10 am

1 stop4h 30m

$259

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/1

1:14 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/4

5:40 am-9:13 am

1 stop4h 33m

$259

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/1

6:00 am-2:18 pm

2 stops7h 18m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/4

11:04 am-3:50 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$264

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 11/8

6:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 11/12

6:47 am-1:30 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$264

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 8/13

Showing 1-10 of 15 results
1
2

Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Columbia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbia from Minneapolis with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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 August 14, 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
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.

  • 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 $269, and Delta, from $308. Users have found that American Airlines is 33% 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Columbia?

Book flights to Columbia if you plan to visit one of these locations
West Columbia

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Minneapolis to Columbia

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Minneapolis to Charlotte flights
Minneapolis to Charleston flights
Minneapolis to Savannah flights
Fargo to Charleston flights
Minneapolis to Myrtle Beach flights
Minneapolis to Greenville flights
Minneapolis to Augusta flights
Fargo to Charlotte flights
Duluth to Charleston flights
Sioux Falls to Charleston flights
Sioux Falls to Savannah flights
Sioux Falls to Charlotte flights
Sioux Falls to Myrtle Beach flights
Minneapolis to Hilton Head Island flights
Duluth to Charlotte flights
Rochester to Myrtle Beach flights
Fargo to Myrtle Beach flights
Fargo to Columbia flights
Rochester to Savannah flights
Sioux Falls to Columbia flights
Fargo to Savannah flights
Fargo to Greenville flights
Minneapolis to Florence flights
La Crosse to Charlotte flights
Bemidji to Charleston flights
Sioux Falls to Hilton Head Island flights
Fargo to Augusta flights
Rochester to Charleston flights
La Crosse to Greenville flights
Sioux Falls to Augusta flights
Rochester to Charlotte flights
La Crosse to Savannah flights
La Crosse to Charleston flights
Rochester to Greenville flights

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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.