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$259+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 10/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CAE
Jun 19 — Jun 261
Fri 6/19
Fri 6/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Columbia

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 May 20, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 7/15:19 pm
CMH
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CAE
1 stop5h 51m
American Airlines
Wed 7/86:00 am
CAE
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CMH
1 stop5h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/18$261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/66:00 am
CMH
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CAE
1 stop6h 02m
American Airlines
Sat 6/134:57 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop6h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/14$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/126:00 am
CMH
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CAE
1 stop3h 56m
United Airlines
Sat 6/132:29 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop7h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/19$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 5/287:00 am
CMH
-
CAE
1 stop6h 46m
United Airlines
Tue 6/25:41 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop6h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17$290
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 7/97:31 am
CMH
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CAE
1 stop7h 11m
American Airlines
Tue 7/148:30 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop3h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/19$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 5/293:02 pm
CMH
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CAE
1 stop3h 30m
Delta
Mon 6/17:17 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop5h 13m
Delta
Deal found 5/17$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Fri 6/55:19 pm
CMH
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CAE
1 stop5h 51m
American Airlines
Sat 6/64:57 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop4h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/15$301
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/166:00 am
CMH
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CAE
1 stop6h 02m
American Airlines
Tue 6/236:03 pm
CAE
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CMH
1 stop5h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/19$304
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/186:00 am
CMH
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CAE
1 stop3h 25m
Delta
Wed 6/245:35 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop3h 32m
Delta
Deal found 5/19$310
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/304:09 pm
CMH
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CAE
1 stop5h 07m
United Airlines
Wed 6/37:45 pm
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop3h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/15$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Sat 6/136:44 pm
CMH
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CAE
1 stop5h 06m
Delta
Sun 6/215:35 am
CAE
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CMH
1 stop3h 24m
Delta
Deal found 5/17$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/196:28 pm
CMH
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CAE
1 stop5h 18m
Delta
Sun 6/215:35 am
CAE
-
CMH
1 stop3h 24m
Delta
Deal found 5/19$340

Find 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 May 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$261
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$259
(United Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$297
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From Columbus to Columbia Metropolitan
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One-way flight from Columbus to Columbia Metropolitan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($98 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 May 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Columbia that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Fri 5/29

3:02 pm-6:32 pm

1 stop3h 30m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 6/1

7:17 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 13m

$297

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Fri 6/5

5:19 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 6/6

4:57 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$301

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Fri 6/19

2:45 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 6/26

5:35 am-9:07 am

1 stop3h 32m

$344

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Fri 5/22

2:19 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 5/24

2:27 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$369

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Fri 5/22

2:19 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 5/25

5:27 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$369

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Sat 5/23

11:03 am-4:52 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 5/25

5:27 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$423

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Thu 7/9

11:03 am-5:05 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 7/14

5:41 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$430
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Wed 7/29

6:00 am-9:22 am

1 stop3h 22m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 7/31

7:39 pm-12:44 am

1 stop5h 05m

$535

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Wed 7/29

9:00 am-1:43 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 7/31

7:45 pm-4:53 pm

2 stops21h 08m

$593
Cheapest one-way

ColumbusColumbia

CMH - CAE

CMHCAE

Columbus

Mon 10/26

4:05 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$259

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus to Columbia

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbus to Columbia in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Columbus Airport-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Columbus Airport-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 Columbus to Columbia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbia from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Columbia (average of $283). Flying from Columbus Airport to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $716). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to Columbia?

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 May 20, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Columbus Airport to Columbia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,736 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,642 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

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.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Columbia?

    Departing from Columbus Airport to Columbia will take you 3h 30m. The distance between Columbus Airport and Columbia is about 429 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    American Airlines, at $228, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus Airport to Columbia.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Delta. American Airlines is priced at 36% 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Columbia (average of $283). Flying from Columbus Airport to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $716). 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 May 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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