Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Columbia (MSP - CAE) from $149

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/19. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
MSP — CAE
Sep 26 — Oct 31

The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Columbia Metropolitan are usually found in April or January, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

How to find the cheapest flight from Minneapolis (MSP) to Columbia (CAE)

All the information you need to plan the best MSP to CAE flight in 2023: compare Minneapolis to Columbia flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Columbia.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Round-trip from

$363

One-way from

$149
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 26% potential price drop
From Minneapolis St Paul to Columbia Metropolitan
One-way flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Columbia Metropolitan

MSP - CAE

Price

$363 - $557

CAE

Temperature

44.6 - 82.4 °F

CAE

Rainfall

2.6 - 5.5 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Columbia?

Departing on a Friday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 112% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Minneapolis to Columbia?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 23 days in advance, which can save you up to 30% on flights from Minneapolis to Columbia compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 23 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $528. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $693.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Columbia?

April is one of the best times of the year to fly to Columbia from Minneapolis. Prices for April average $516 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $325. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a April flight can save you 19% on your journey compared to booking in June

When is the cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Columbia (MSP - CAE)?

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 in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Delta flights from Minneapolis to Columbia

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Cheap American Airlines flights from Minneapolis to Columbia

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Cheap Minneapolis to Columbia flights in September & October 2023

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One-way flights to Columbia from Minneapolis

The cheapest one-way flights from Minneapolis to Columbia
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MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 10/21

1 stop5h 01m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/28

1 stop6h 54m

Minneapolis St PaulColumbia Metropolitan

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MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/25

1 stop6h 46m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/28

1 stop7h 37m

Minneapolis St PaulColumbia Metropolitan

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/25

1 stop5h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/28

1 stop5h 40m

Minneapolis St PaulColumbia Metropolitan

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/25

1 stop6h 46m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/28

2 stops8h 16m

Minneapolis St PaulColumbia Metropolitan

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 10/21

2 stops9h 00m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/28

1 stop6h 54m

Minneapolis St PaulColumbia Metropolitan

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/25

2 stops7h 07m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/28

1 stop5h 40m

Minneapolis St PaulColumbia Metropolitan

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/25

2 stops7h 07m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/28

2 stops8h 16m

Minneapolis St PaulColumbia Metropolitan

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 11/16

1 stop4h 11m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/19

1 stop4h 30m

Minneapolis St PaulColumbia Metropolitan

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/17

2 stops18h 31m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 10/20

1 stop27h 10m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia

To help decide which airline to fly from Minneapolis to Columbia, see what other customers have to say about Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Minneapolis to Columbia flights.

Can I find flights from Minneapolis to Columbia for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Minneapolis to Columbia for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $234, but on average you can expect to pay $307.

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

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Minneapolis to Columbia round-trip from $234. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Delta. Users have found that American Airlines is 54% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Minneapolis to Columbia?

What does MSP to CAE mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a MSP to CAE flight.

Alternative routes for Minneapolis to Columbia

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Top 3 airlines flying from Minneapolis to Columbia

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Minneapolis to Columbia choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$258Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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