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$169+ 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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — CAE
Mai 24 — Mai 311
So 5/24
So 5/31
1 adult, Economy
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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 April 24, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Fr 5/229:24 pm
DCA
-
CAE
Nonstop1h 42m
American Airlines
Mi 5/273:26 pm
CAE
-
DCA
1 stop5h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sa 5/96:29 pm
DCA
-
CAE
Nonstop1h 41m
American Airlines
Mo 5/117:35 pm
CAE
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/19$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Di 7/145:00 am
DCA
-
CAE
1 stop3h 21m
American Airlines
Sa 7/188:30 pm
CAE
-
DCA
1 stop3h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sa 6/206:15 am
DCA
-
CAE
1 stop4h 29m
American Airlines
So 6/216:00 am
CAE
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fr 6/59:29 pm
DCA
-
CAE
Nonstop1h 42m
American Airlines
So 6/76:48 pm
CAE
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22$293
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fr 8/76:30 pm
DCA
-
CAE
1 stop5h 19m
Delta
So 8/97:39 pm
CAE
-
DCA
1 stop4h 09m
Delta
Deal found 4/21$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Fr 6/124:30 pm
DCA
-
CAE
Nonstop1h 43m
American Airlines
Mi 6/175:50 am
CAE
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Do 5/217:45 am
DCA
-
CAE
Nonstop1h 42m
American Airlines
Sa 5/236:05 pm
CAE
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fr 5/15:24 pm
DCA
-
CAE
Nonstop1h 41m
American Airlines
Mo 5/186:00 am
CAE
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Do 5/217:45 am
DCA
-
CAE
Nonstop1h 42m
American Airlines
Do 5/288:30 pm
CAE
-
DCA
1 stop3h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$313

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 April 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$274
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$169
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$419

Good round-trip deal

$319 or less

Good one-way deal

$243 or less
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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. 12% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Columbia Metropolitan.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Columbia Metropolitan.
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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 April 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mi 5/20

11:00 am-3:54 pm

1 stop4h 54m

Columbia Metropolitan

So 5/24

5:40 am-11:00 am

1 stop5h 20m

$294

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fr 6/19

5:40 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Columbia Metropolitan

So 6/21

4:05 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$294

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Do 5/28

6:00 am-11:11 am

1 stop5h 11m

Columbia Metropolitan

So 5/31

7:17 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$323

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fr 5/1

7:38 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 18m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mo 5/18

5:50 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$324

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fr 5/1

6:00 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mo 5/4

4:30 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$339
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fr 7/17

7:35 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Columbia Metropolitan

Di 7/21

5:35 am-9:12 am

1 stop3h 37m

$384

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

So 5/17

7:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

So 5/24

6:33 am-2:22 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$463

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Di 6/23

6:00 am-10:39 am

1 stop4h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

Di 6/23

5:27 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$502

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Di 5/12

7:30 am-1:41 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fr 5/15

2:20 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$507

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Di 6/16

8:25 am-4:52 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fr 6/19

2:29 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$507

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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 April.
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.

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia (average of $259). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $419). 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 April 24, 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 27% versus a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 April 24, 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
7.1
Good
11,666 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Elizabeth,Mar 2026

ORD - MIA

Staff was rude and flight attendants 2 out of 3 looked like they had just been thru a hurricane.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,666 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,666 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Elizabeth,Mar 2026

ORD - MIA

Staff was rude and flight attendants 2 out of 3 looked like they had just been thru a hurricane.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Reagan-National 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 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 4h 54m. 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 38% 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 American Airlines (68%), PSA Airlines (68%) or Alaska Airlines (57%) 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 $385 for a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia. The cheapest flight overall is $168 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Columbia Metropolitan) is currently priced at $269.

  • 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia (average of $259). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $419). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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