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$177+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) 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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — CAE
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Columbia Metropolitan are usually found in June or July, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Reagan-National to Columbia

Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 2/179:06 am
DCA
-
CAE
Nonstop1h 49m
American Airlines
Tue 2/247:26 pm
CAE
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/1910:15 pm
DCA
-
CAE
Nonstop1h 37m
American Airlines
Mon 2/236:48 am
CAE
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$192
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Thu 2/1210:15 pm
DCA
-
CAE
Nonstop1h 37m
American Airlines
Sun 2/156:00 am
CAE
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/23$204
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/191:45 pm
DCA
-
CAE
1 stop6h 32m
Delta
Thu 2/266:50 pm
CAE
-
DCA
1 stop3h 43m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Mon 2/95:10 pm
DCA
-
CAE
1 stop4h 21m
Delta
Wed 2/185:00 pm
CAE
-
DCA
1 stop4h 15m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/510:15 pm
DCA
-
CAE
Nonstop1h 37m
American Airlines
Sat 3/710:40 am
CAE
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$227
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/710:10 am
DCA
-
CAE
1 stop6h 11m
Delta
Mon 3/97:05 am
CAE
-
DCA
1 stop5h 48m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$234
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Mon 2/95:10 pm
DCA
-
CAE
1 stop4h 21m
Delta
Sat 2/141:30 pm
CAE
-
DCA
1 stop3h 30m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/132:16 pm
DCA
-
CAE
1 stop7h 05m
American Airlines
Sun 2/156:00 am
CAE
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/25$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Mon 2/1610:15 pm
DCA
-
CAE
Nonstop1h 37m
American Airlines
Tue 2/246:48 am
CAE
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$249

Find flight deals from Reagan-National to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reagan-National (DCA) 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 January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$177
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$325

Good round-trip deal

$189 or less

Good one-way deal

$334 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-Columbia Metropolitan flight deals.
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From Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Columbia Metropolitan
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One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Columbia Metropolitan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($9 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Reagan-National 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 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Reagan-National

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/4

7:30 am-2:21 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 3/10

5:10 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/5

8:55 am-3:40 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 3/8

5:34 am-9:10 am

1 stop3h 36m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 7/2

6:00 am-11:17 am

1 stop5h 17m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 7/11

2:59 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/4

6:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 7/9

1:20 pm-5:03 pm

1 stop3h 43m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/19

8:55 am-3:40 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/23

5:07 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 7/3

6:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 7/10

5:00 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/18

1:45 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/24

5:00 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/4

7:30 am-2:21 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 3/8

5:34 am-9:10 am

1 stop3h 36m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 7/3

8:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 7/11

2:59 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 7/2

6:00 am-11:17 am

1 stop5h 17m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 7/9

1:20 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$209

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Reagan-National to Columbia in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 Reagan-National to Columbia

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reagan-National to Columbia. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

Booking 41 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia (average of $128). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 DCA to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National 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 26, 2026.

When flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 January 26, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Susie,Jan 2026

CLT - TPA

This flight was delayed 3 or 4 times. We had boarded the plane, sat on plane for a good 30 minutes, then we had to board the aircraft, walk to a different gate, wait and then board another aircraft. We arrived in Tampa 4 hours later than the original booking. I feel there should have been some sort of compensation especially for the advantage members.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Susie,Jan 2026

CLT - TPA

This flight was delayed 3 or 4 times. We had boarded the plane, sat on plane for a good 30 minutes, then we had to board the aircraft, walk to a different gate, wait and then board another aircraft. We arrived in Tampa 4 hours later than the original booking. I feel there should have been some sort of compensation especially for the advantage members.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Columbia from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    For a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Columbia, you will be flying into Metropolitan. Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is just 6.5 mi from the center of the city. Metropolitan is the only Columbia airport and it handles 3 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. 1 airline has flights to Columbia Metropolitan from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia?

    There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia in 6h 51m. Fly via Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 408 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $189 on this airline. American Airlines is 36% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia?

    Consider Republic Airways (95%), American Airlines (68%) or PSA Airlines (55%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia?

    On average you can expect to pay $307 for a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia. The cheapest flight overall is $189 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Columbia Metropolitan) is currently priced at $209.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Columbia that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia (average of $128). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 airline flying from Reagan-National to Columbia

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Reagan-National 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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