Columbia

$90+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Columbia (CAE)

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WAS — CAE
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Columbia Metropolitan are usually found in January or December, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$175
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$90
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$336

Good round-trip deal

$219 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Columbia Metropolitan
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Columbia Metropolitan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Columbia Metropolitan.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Columbia Metropolitan.

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/268:38 pmBWI - CAE
1 stop20h 08mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/305:41 pmCAE - BWI
1 stop25h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$175
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 7/306:40 pmBWI - CAE
1 stop17h 44mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/312:59 pmCAE - BWI
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$187
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/106:00 amDCA - CAE
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Tue 7/155:35 amCAE - DCA
1 stop3h 34mDelta
Deal found 6/11$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/96:00 amIAD - CAE
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Sat 7/195:36 pmCAE - IAD
1 stop5h 43mDelta
Deal found 6/11$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/155:10 pmIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/172:57 pmCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$213
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 7/122:59 pmDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 44mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/117:34 pmCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$217
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Fri 9/54:43 pmIAD - CAE
2 stops20h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/73:23 pmCAE - IAD
2 stops29h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sat 7/125:39 pmIAD - CAE
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/198:27 pmCAE - IAD
1 stop3h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$266
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/215:40 amBWI - CAE
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Sun 8/245:40 amCAE - BWI
1 stop5h 32mDelta
Deal found 6/11$286
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/75:00 amBWI - CAE
1 stop3h 27mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/178:27 pmCAE - BWI
1 stop4h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 11/78:30 amDCA - CAE
1 stop8h 13mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/910:20 amCAE - DCA
1 stop6h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$391

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreColumbia

BWI - CAE

BWICAE

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 6/26

8:38 pm-4:46 pm

1 stop20h 08m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 6/30

5:41 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop25h 52m

$175

BaltimoreColumbia

BWI - CAE

BWICAE

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 7/30

6:40 pm-12:24 pm

1 stop17h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 7/31

2:59 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$187

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 7/10

6:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 7/16

5:36 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/9

6:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 7/19

5:36 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$209

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/15

5:10 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 8/17

2:57 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$213

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/12

2:59 pm-4:43 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 8/11

7:34 pm-9:11 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$217

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/5

4:43 pm-1:21 pm

2 stops20h 38m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/7

3:23 pm-8:44 pm

2 stops29h 21m

$239

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/12

5:39 pm-12:11 am

1 stop6h 32m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 7/19

8:27 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop3h 31m

$266

BaltimoreColumbia

BWI - CAE

BWICAE

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 8/21

5:40 am-10:24 am

1 stop4h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 8/24

5:40 am-11:12 am

1 stop5h 32m

$286

BaltimoreColumbia

BWI - CAE

BWICAE

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 7/8

7:49 pm-12:06 am

1 stop4h 17m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 7/15

6:04 pm-12:37 am

1 stop6h 33m

$363

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbia

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbia. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbia, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 WAS to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Columbia in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 7% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Columbia. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Columbia flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Columbia

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Columbia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to CAE are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 5.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.5 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. 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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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 Washington, D.C. 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.?

    Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbia. You should not have trouble finding flights to Metropolitan from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 10 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Columbia airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 6.5 mi journey from Metropolitan (CAE) to Columbia’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Columbia round-trip?

    Currently priced at $175, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Columbia and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $209 and $213, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Columbia one-way?

    $90 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 American Airlines, with prices starting from $188 and $214, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Columbia?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbia that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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. to Columbia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 3 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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