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$142+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Columbia (RIC - 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 8/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — CAE
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$204
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$142
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$440
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Columbia Metropolitan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/196:56 pmRIC - CAE
1 stop15h 57mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/217:17 pmCAE - RIC
2 stops22h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$204
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 10/410:06 amRIC - CAE
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Tue 10/75:45 amCAE - RIC
1 stop3h 13mDelta
Deal found 7/27$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2810:29 amRIC - CAE
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/511:48 amCAE - RIC
1 stop6h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/85:25 pmRIC - CAE
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/105:10 amCAE - RIC
1 stop3h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 12/196:30 amRIC - CAE
1 stop3h 38mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/217:37 pmCAE - RIC
1 stop3h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$417

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RichmondColumbia

RIC - CAE

RICCAE

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 9/19

6:56 pm-10:53 am

1 stop15h 57m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/21

7:17 pm-5:51 pm

2 stops22h 34m

$204

RichmondColumbia

RIC - CAE

RICCAE

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 10/4

10:06 am-2:26 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 10/7

5:45 am-8:58 am

1 stop3h 13m

$229

RichmondColumbia

RIC - CAE

RICCAE

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 8/28

10:29 am-10:44 am

2 stops24h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 9/5

11:48 am-5:51 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$237

RichmondColumbia

RIC - CAE

RICCAE

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 8/8

5:25 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 8/10

5:10 am-8:13 am

1 stop3h 03m

$254

RichmondColumbia

RIC - CAE

RICCAE

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 12/19

6:30 am-10:08 am

1 stop3h 38m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 12/21

7:37 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop3h 43m

$417

RichmondColumbia

RIC - CAE

RICCAE

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/16

7:50 pm-3:18 pm

2 stops19h 28m

$142

RichmondColumbia

RIC - CAE

RICCAE

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/16

3:08 pm-8:42 pm

3 stops29h 34m

$194

RichmondColumbia

RIC - CAE

RICCAE

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/16

5:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 30m

$245

RichmondColumbia

RIC - CAE

RICCAE

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/11

10:55 am-9:49 am

1 stop22h 54m

$477

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Deals found on 7/29

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Richmond to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 RIC to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond 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 July 29, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from Richmond to Columbia by exploring options for tickets 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 July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Richmond to Columbia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,040 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Richmond to Columbia is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $204 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $229 and $254 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 39% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $142 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $245 and $477, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Richmond to Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 2 airlines flying from Richmond to Columbia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$218Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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