HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Columbia

$79+ Cheap flights from North Carolina 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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CAE
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to Columbia

Cheapest flights from North Carolina to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/286:33 pm
RDU
-
CAE
1 stop3h 22m
American Airlines
Mon 3/95:00 am
CAE
-
RDU
1 stop5h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/123:08 pm
RDU
-
CAE
1 stop22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/162:03 pm
CAE
-
RDU
2 stops10h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/184:20 pm
RDU
-
CAE
1 stop4h 07m
Delta
Wed 2/255:35 am
CAE
-
RDU
1 stop4h 20m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$301
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/129:32 pm
TYS
-
CAE
1 stop15h 41m
Allegiant Air
Mon 2/162:03 pm
CAE
-
TYS
1 stop20h 05m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/28$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/255:35 am
TYS
-
CAE
1 stop3h 53m
Delta
Wed 3/45:35 am
CAE
-
TYS
1 stop5h 33m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/412:19 pm
CLT
-
CAE
Nonstop1h 03m
American Airlines
Wed 2/117:10 pm
CAE
-
CLT
Nonstop1h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$372
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/281:10 pm
CLT
-
CAE
Nonstop1h 03m
American Airlines
Sun 3/18:11 pm
CAE
-
CLT
Nonstop1h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$376
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/128:20 am
RDU
-
CAE
1 stop6h 01m
Delta
Mon 2/166:50 pm
CAE
-
RDU
1 stop3h 44m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$407
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/306:00 am
RDU
-
CAE
2 stops11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/35:48 pm
CAE
-
RDU
1 stop24h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$412
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/212:50 pm
RDU
-
CAE
1 stop23h 20m
United Airlines
Tue 8/257:35 pm
CAE
-
RDU
1 stop14h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$417
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/1011:24 am
RDU
-
CAE
1 stop11h 32m
American Airlines
Fri 2/206:48 am
CAE
-
RDU
1 stop8h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$432
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/69:25 am
CLT
-
CAE
Nonstop1h 12m
American Airlines
Sun 3/84:12 pm
CAE
-
CLT
Nonstop1h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$437

Find flight deals from North Carolina to Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$79
(Kiwi.com)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-Columbia Metropolitan flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Raleigh-Durham-Columbia Metropolitan flights.
Search Deals
From North Carolina to Columbia Metropolitan
Search Deals
One-way flight from North Carolina to Columbia Metropolitan
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

North Carolina

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighColumbia

RDU - CAE

RDUCAE

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/28

6:33 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop3h 22m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 3/9

5:00 am-10:33 am

1 stop5h 33m

$289

RaleighColumbia

RDU - CAE

RDUCAE

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/12

3:08 pm-1:13 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/16

2:03 pm-12:10 am

2 stops10h 07m

$299

RaleighColumbia

RDU - CAE

RDUCAE

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/18

4:20 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop4h 07m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 2/25

5:35 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 20m

$301

KnoxvilleColumbia

TYS - CAE

TYSCAE

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 2/12

9:32 pm-1:13 pm

1 stop15h 41m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/16

2:03 pm-10:08 am

1 stop20h 05m

$317

KnoxvilleColumbia

TYS - CAE

TYSCAE

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 2/25

5:35 am-9:28 am

1 stop3h 53m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 3/4

5:35 am-11:08 am

1 stop5h 33m

$327

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 2/28

1:10 pm-2:13 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 3/1

8:11 pm-9:28 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$376

RaleighColumbia

RDU - CAE

RDUCAE

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/12

8:20 am-2:21 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/16

6:50 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop3h 44m

$407

RaleighColumbia

RDU - CAE

RDUCAE

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/30

6:00 am-5:00 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 4/3

5:48 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop24h 56m

$412

RaleighColumbia

RDU - CAE

RDUCAE

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/10

11:24 am-10:56 pm

1 stop11h 32m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 2/20

6:48 am-3:21 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$432

CharlotteColumbia

CLT - CAE

CLTCAE

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 3/6

9:25 am-10:37 am

Nonstop1h 12m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 3/8

9:04 am-10:25 am

Nonstop1h 21m

$437

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/28

Showing 1-10 of 52 results
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to Columbia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbia from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to Columbia

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Columbia (average of $54). Flying from North Carolina to Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $363). 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 NC to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 January 29, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from North Carolina to Columbia in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 38% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from North Carolina 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 North Carolina?

    For a flight from North Carolina to Columbia, you will be flying into Metropolitan. Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is just 6.5 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from North Carolina to Columbia?

    A quick flight from North Carolina to Columbia can take about 3h 22m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $289. Airlines will cover a distance of 188 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from North Carolina to Columbia?

    When deciding which route to take from North Carolina to Columbia consider Charlotte Douglas - Columbia Metropolitan, Raleigh-Durham - Columbia Metropolitan or Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Columbia Metropolitan as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from North Carolina to Columbia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to Columbia?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Columbia (average of $54). Flying from North Carolina to Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $363). 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 North Carolina to Columbia

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
John F Kennedy Intl to Charlotte flights
Boston to Charleston flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Charleston flights
Newark to Charleston flights
Newark to Charlotte flights
LaGuardia to Charleston flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Savannah flights
LaGuardia to Charlotte flights
O'Hare Intl to Charleston flights
Boston to Savannah flights
Newark to Savannah flights
Boston to Charlotte flights
O'Hare Intl to Charlotte flights
LaGuardia to Savannah flights
O'Hare Intl to Savannah flights
Dulles Intl to Charleston flights
Dallas/Fort Worth to Charlotte flights
Detroit to Charlotte flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Myrtle Beach flights
Baltimore to Charlotte flights
Reagan-National to Charleston flights
White Plains to Charleston flights
Denver to Charlotte flights
Newark to Myrtle Beach flights
Minneapolis to Charlotte flights
Dulles Intl to Charlotte flights
Detroit to Myrtle Beach flights
Philadelphia to Charleston flights
Minneapolis to Charleston flights
Hobby to Charlotte flights
Minneapolis to Savannah flights
Detroit to Charleston flights
LaGuardia to Myrtle Beach flights
Boston to Myrtle Beach flights
Denver to Charleston flights
Baltimore to Charleston flights
George Bush Intcntl to Charlotte flights
Dallas/Fort Worth to Charleston flights
Baltimore to Savannah flights
Dulles Intl to Savannah flights
Philadelphia to Savannah flights
Detroit to Savannah flights
Philadelphia to Charlotte flights
Newark to Greenville flights
Reagan-National to Charlotte flights
Los Angeles to Charlotte flights
Providence to Charleston flights
Midway to Charleston flights
O'Hare Intl to Myrtle Beach flights
Reagan-National to Savannah flights

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.