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$309+ Cheap flights from Portland to Columbia (PDX - 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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — CAE
Jan 9 — Jan 161
Fri 1/9
Fri 1/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Columbia

Cheapest flights from Portland to Columbia
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 December 10, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:52 pmPDX - CAE
1 stop8h 13mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/410:40 amCAE - PDX
2 stops15h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$549
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/1211:54 amPDX - CAE
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Mon 12/155:34 amCAE - PDX
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/7$574
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:21 pmPDX - CAE
1 stop9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/47:46 pmCAE - PDX
1 stop8h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$654
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/125:00 amPDX - CAE
2 stops11h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/155:24 pmCAE - PDX
3 stops20h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/7$832
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2411:59 pmPDX - CAE
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/287:46 pmCAE - PDX
1 stop8h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,103
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:45 pmPDX - CAE
2 stops25h 41mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/286:20 amCAE - PDX
1 stop19h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,120

Find 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 December 10, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$718
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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 December 10, 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

Thu 1/29

10:15 pm-9:42 am

1 stop8h 27m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/3

4:57 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$309

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Mon 1/26

10:15 pm-9:42 am

1 stop8h 27m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/31

1:09 pm-7:02 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$309

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Mon 1/26

6:00 am-9:28 pm

2 stops12h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/31

6:50 am-4:27 pm

2 stops12h 37m

$347

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Mon 1/26

7:51 pm-10:17 am

2 stops11h 26m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/31

2:37 pm-12:39 am

2 stops13h 02m

$419

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Sat 1/31

5:35 am-9:21 pm

2 stops12h 46m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/3

2:49 pm-12:31 am

2 stops12h 42m

$419

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Sat 12/13

10:50 am-10:07 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$339

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Sat 12/13

11:59 pm-12:31 pm

2 stops9h 32m

$344

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Deals found on 12/8

Compare providers for flights from Portland 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 Portland to Columbia in December.
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 Portland-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Portland-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 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 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Columbia (average of $164). Flying from Portland to Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $304). 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 December 10, 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 December 10, 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
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
11,048 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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 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 8h 27m. 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 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland to Columbia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $174 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $174 and American Airlines from $194 one-way.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Columbia (average of $164). Flying from Portland to Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $304). 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 December 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$314Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$319Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$332Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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