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$135+ Cheap flights from Minnesota to Columbia (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 8/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — CAE
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$135
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$328
From Minnesota to Columbia Metropolitan
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Cheapest flights from Minnesota to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/256:00 amMSP - CAE
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/293:40 pmCAE - MSP
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/195:25 amMSP - CAE
1 stop5h 54mDelta
Wed 8/205:40 amCAE - MSP
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Deal found 7/29$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/256:00 amMSP - CAE
2 stops7h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/292:53 pmCAE - MSP
2 stops9h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 8/127:18 amMSP - CAE
1 stop5h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/165:51 pmCAE - MSP
2 stops15h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$312
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/85:47 pmMSP - CAE
2 stops20h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/122:59 pmCAE - MSP
2 stops18h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/306:00 amFSD - CAE
2 stops14h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/47:26 amCAE - FSD
2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/308:00 amFSD - CAE
2 stops24h 49mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/45:26 pmCAE - FSD
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$453
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/1312:21 pmFAR - CAE
2 stops10h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/173:23 pmCAE - FAR
1 stop7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$499
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 9/81:52 pmFAR - CAE
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/1111:04 amCAE - FAR
1 stop8h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$704

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

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MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 9/25

6:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 9/29

3:40 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$259

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 8/19

5:25 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 8/20

5:40 am-9:08 am

1 stop4h 28m

$269

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 9/25

6:00 am-2:18 pm

2 stops7h 18m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 9/29

2:53 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops9h 22m

$299

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 8/12

7:18 am-2:04 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/16

5:51 pm-8:17 am

2 stops15h 26m

$312

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/8

5:47 pm-3:42 pm

2 stops20h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 8/12

2:59 pm-8:17 am

2 stops18h 18m

$322

Sioux FallsColumbia

FSD - CAE

FSDCAE

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 9/30

6:00 am-9:30 pm

2 stops14h 30m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/4

7:26 am-6:12 pm

2 stops11h 46m

$398

Sioux FallsColumbia

FSD - CAE

FSDCAE

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 9/30

8:00 am-9:49 am

2 stops24h 49m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/4

5:26 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$453

FargoColumbia

FAR - CAE

FARCAE

Fargo Hector Field

Wed 8/13

12:21 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops10h 23m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 8/17

3:23 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$499

FargoColumbia

FAR - CAE

FARCAE

Fargo Hector Field

Mon 9/8

1:52 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 9/11

11:04 am-6:31 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$704

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 8/14

5:00 am-2:48 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$135

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Columbia

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Minnesota 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 July 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Minnesota to Columbia. 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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
8,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
8,048 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 Minnesota to Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Columbia from Minnesota?

    Located just 6.5 mi from the city center, Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbia from Minnesota.

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

    $135 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $156 and $430, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Minnesota to Columbia?

    Most travelers choose Minneapolis St Paul - Columbia Metropolitan, Fargo Hector Field - Columbia Metropolitan or Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field - Columbia Metropolitan when deciding on the best route from Minnesota to Columbia.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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