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$306+ Cheap flights from Portland to Columbia (PDX - CAE)

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PDX — CAE
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Sat 11/22
Sat 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 23, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/1212:00 pmPDX - CAE
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/163:09 pmCAE - PDX
1 stop11h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/21$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Wed 12/311:59 pmPDX - CAE
2 stops11h 16mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/62:22 pmCAE - PDX
1 stop10h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/22$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 12/125:30 pmPDX - CAE
2 stops13h 29mDelta
Tue 12/165:34 amCAE - PDX
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Deal found 10/22$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 12/212:32 amPDX - CAE
2 stops10h 31mDelta
Sat 12/65:44 pmCAE - PDX
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Deal found 10/22$373
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/77:10 pmPDX - CAE
2 stops11h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/112:29 pmCAE - PDX
2 stops12h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/23$379
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/56:20 amPDX - CAE
2 stops12h 00mDelta
Sun 11/95:37 amCAE - PDX
1 stop8h 06mDelta
Deal found 10/20$408
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/145:42 pmPDX - CAE
2 stops13h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/236:59 pmCAE - PDX
1 stop8h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/23$414

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 October 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$306
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$513
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($53 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 October 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Fri 12/12

12:00 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/16

3:09 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$309

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Fri 11/14

10:15 pm-10:39 am

1 stop9h 24m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/23

6:59 pm-12:50 am

1 stop8h 51m

$309

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Wed 12/3

10:15 pm-10:48 am

1 stop9h 33m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 12/6

3:38 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$309

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Fri 12/12

10:10 pm-9:59 am

1 stop8h 49m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/16

5:34 am-12:54 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$342

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Tue 12/2

12:32 am-2:03 pm

2 stops10h 31m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 12/6

5:44 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$373

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Fri 11/7

7:10 pm-9:59 am

2 stops11h 49m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 11/11

2:29 pm-12:26 am

2 stops12h 57m

$379

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Wed 11/5

6:20 am-9:20 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/9

5:37 am-10:43 am

1 stop8h 06m

$408

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Thu 11/6

10:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop8h 25m

$392

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Sat 11/1

10:09 pm-9:34 am

1 stop8h 25m

$392

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Wed 11/5

12:40 am-2:18 pm

2 stops10h 38m

$429

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Deals found on 10/21

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland to Columbia in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
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 Portland-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-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 Portland-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 Portland to Columbia

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Columbia (average of $190). Flying from Portland to Columbia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 PDX to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 October 23, 2025.

When flying from Portland to Columbia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland 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 October 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Portland to Columbia, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,982 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,982 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,982 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,995 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,982 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,982 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Portland to Columbia will take you 7h 31m. The distance between Portland and Columbia is about 2313 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    United Airlines, at $314, was found to be the cheapest airline from Portland to Columbia.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. United Airlines is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Columbia (average of $190). Flying from Portland to Columbia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 Portland to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$314Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$319Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$338Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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