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$180+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Columbia (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 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CAE
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 June 12, 2025.

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$180
(Mytrip)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$253
From Columbus to Columbia Metropolitan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($61 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 7/68:53 pmCMH - CAE
1 stop19h 53mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/144:37 pmCAE - CMH
1 stop26h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$180
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/258:53 pmCMH - CAE
1 stop17h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/292:48 pmCAE - CMH
1 stop18h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$196
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 12/68:15 amCMH - CAE
1 stop4h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/134:19 pmCAE - CMH
1 stop3h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/27:00 amCMH - CAE
1 stop3h 18mDelta
Tue 7/86:00 amCAE - CMH
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Deal found 6/11$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 11/83:05 pmCMH - CAE
1 stop3h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/1110:20 amCAE - CMH
2 stops13h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$353

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

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ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Sun 7/6

8:53 pm-4:46 pm

1 stop19h 53m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 7/14

4:37 pm-7:32 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$180

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Wed 6/25

8:53 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop17h 37m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/29

2:48 pm-8:54 am

1 stop18h 06m

$196

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Sun 8/17

6:00 am-10:24 am

1 stop4h 24m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/23

3:08 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$229

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Sun 8/17

6:29 am-10:53 am

1 stop4h 24m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/23

5:10 am-12:29 pm

2 stops7h 19m

$234

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Mon 6/30

7:45 pm-2:22 pm

1 stop18h 37m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 7/7

7:45 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop3h 57m

$449

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Deals found on 6/9

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Columbia

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus Airport to Columbia in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 5.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.5 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
8,052 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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 Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Columbia Metropolitan (CAE), located 6.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Columbus to Columbia. 3 airlines have flights to Metropolitan from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to Columbia Metropolitan should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $180, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus Airport to Columbia.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Delta. Spirit Airlines is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Columbia?

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$175Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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