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$130+ 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
Jul 7 — Jul 141
Mon 7/7
Mon 7/14
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 July 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$246
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$130
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$407
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 July 2, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Wed 7/235:47 pmMSP - CAE
2 stops19h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/279:50 pmCAE - MSP
2 stops15h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 9/26:08 amMSP - CAE
1 stop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/410:42 amCAE - MSP
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$259
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Mon 8/189:22 amMSP - CAE
3 stops30h 39mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/2511:39 amCAE - MSP
2 stops21h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sat 7/55:25 amMSP - CAE
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Fri 7/117:11 pmCAE - MSP
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Deal found 6/30$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/23:30 pmMSP - CAE
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/75:35 pmCAE - MSP
1 stop5h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$381

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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 July 2, 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

Wed 7/23

5:47 pm-2:18 pm

2 stops19h 31m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 7/27

9:50 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops15h 26m

$246

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 9/2

6:08 am-11:28 am

1 stop4h 20m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 9/4

6:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$259

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/18

9:22 am-5:01 pm

3 stops30h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 8/25

11:39 am-8:17 am

2 stops21h 38m

$333

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 7/5

5:25 am-12:41 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 7/11

7:11 pm-12:39 am

1 stop6h 28m

$339

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/16

6:00 am-6:55 pm

2 stops11h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 7/20

5:35 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$385

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/28

6:00 am-2:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$130

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 7/31

5:47 pm-3:42 pm

2 stops20h 55m

$151

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 7/31

3:48 pm-3:42 pm

3 stops22h 54m

$188

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 8/30

1:04 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$370

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Deals found on 6/30

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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSP to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis 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 July 2, 2025.

When flying from Minneapolis to Columbia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 8% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 July 2, 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
7,983 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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
7,983 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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
8,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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
7,983 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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
8,103 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Minneapolis to Columbia round-trip from $259. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $333, and Delta, from $339. Users have found that American Airlines is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Minneapolis to Columbia are American Airlines ($130), Spirit Airlines ($151), and United Airlines ($370).

  • 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 July 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$273Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$307Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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