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$249+ Cheap flights from Moline to Columbia (MLI - CAE)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MLI — CAE
Dec 16 — Dec 231
Tue 12/16
Tue 12/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Moline to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Moline to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Fri 12/55:08 pmMLI - CAE
1 stop5h 23mDelta
Tue 12/911:00 amCAE - MLI
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Deal found 11/13$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/53:37 pmMLI - CAE
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/96:21 amCAE - MLI
2 stops11h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 12/135:43 pmMLI - CAE
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/306:21 pmCAE - MLI
1 stop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/15$316
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/510:50 amMLI - CAE
2 stops7h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/95:24 pmCAE - MLI
1 stop4h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/14$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sat 11/295:37 pmMLI - CAE
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/37:12 pmCAE - MLI
1 stop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$463
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sat 11/2910:50 amMLI - CAE
1 stop15h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/310:00 amCAE - MLI
2 stops8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$468

Cheap flight deals from Moline to Columbia

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Moline to Columbia that are best for you.

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Moline

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Columbia

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MolineColumbia

MLI - CAE

MLICAE

Moline Quad-City

Fri 12/5

5:08 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/9

11:00 am-4:19 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$249

MolineColumbia

MLI - CAE

MLICAE

Moline Quad-City

Sat 2/21

5:00 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/24

5:07 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$249

MolineColumbia

MLI - CAE

MLICAE

Moline Quad-City

Fri 12/5

3:37 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/9

6:21 am-4:28 pm

2 stops11h 07m

$269

MolineColumbia

MLI - CAE

MLICAE

Moline Quad-City

Sat 12/13

5:43 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/30

6:21 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$316

MolineColumbia

MLI - CAE

MLICAE

Moline Quad-City

Fri 12/5

10:50 am-7:19 pm

2 stops7h 29m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/9

5:24 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$324

MolineColumbia

MLI - CAE

MLICAE

Moline Quad-City

Sat 2/21

12:44 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop4h 18m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/24

7:00 am-1:24 pm

2 stops7h 24m

$324

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Deals found on 11/13

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Moline to Columbia in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Moline-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Moline-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Moline-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Moline-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Moline-Columbia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Moline to Columbia

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Moline to Columbia (average of $124). Flying from Moline to Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $269). 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 November 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and American Airlines from Moline to Columbia. 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
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,051 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Moline 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 Moline to Columbia?

    Departing from Moline to Columbia will take you 5h 23m. Moline and Columbia are separated by a distance of 728 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $198, American Airlines will fly you from Moline to Columbia and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Delta for as low as $248.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Moline to Columbia (average of $124). Flying from Moline to Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $269). 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 2 airlines flying from Moline to Columbia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Moline 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 November 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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