Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Columbia (CAE) from $78

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/20. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
WAS — CAE
sep. 26 — oct. 31

The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Columbia Metropolitan are usually found in February or January, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

How to find the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Columbia (CAE)

All the information you need to plan the best WAS to CAE flight in 2023: compare Washington, D.C. to Columbia flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Columbia.

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$363

One-way from

$182
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 25% potential price drop
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Columbia Metropolitan
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Columbia Metropolitan

WAS - CAE

Price

$363 - $557

CAE

Temperature

44.6 - 82.4 °F

CAE

Rainfall

2.6 - 5.5 inches

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

Sunday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Washington, D.C. to Columbia. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Columbia.

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

To save up to 44% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 35 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Washington, D.C. to Columbia from $330 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $440 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in May. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Columbia. Flights to Columbia from Washington, D.C. in February are about $318 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $172.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Columbia (WAS - CAE)?

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Columbia in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbia

Check out some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've come across from Washington, D.C. to Columbia. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria

Cheap American Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbia

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Cheap Washington, D.C. to Columbia flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for WAS to CAE flights for September, October
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Washington, D.C. to Columbia 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Columbia from Washington, D.C. found for this year
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Non-stop flights to Columbia from Washington, D.C.

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Washington, D.C. to Columbia flights leaving soon

Late deals on return flights to Columbia from Washington, D.C., departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Columbia from Washington, D.C.

The cheapest one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbia
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$124 - $345

Route

Depart

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Price

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlColumbia Metropolitan

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 10/28

Nonstop1h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

mar. 10/31

Nonstop1h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlColumbia Metropolitan

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 10/28

Nonstop1h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

mar. 10/31

1 stop5h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalColumbia Metropolitan

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 10/28

1 stop6h 23m

Columbia Metropolitan

lun. 10/30

Nonstop1h 32m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalColumbia Metropolitan

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 10/18

Nonstop1h 36m

Columbia Metropolitan

mar. 10/24

Nonstop1h 32m

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlColumbia Metropolitan

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 10/23

Nonstop1h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

mar. 10/24

Nonstop1h 31m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalColumbia Metropolitan

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 10/28

1 stop4h 54m

Columbia Metropolitan

lun. 10/30

1 stop6h 48m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalColumbia Metropolitan

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 10/26

1 stop5h 40m

Columbia Metropolitan

dom. 10/29

Nonstop1h 32m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalColumbia Metropolitan

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 10/21

1 stop4h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

sáb. 10/28

1 stop4h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlColumbia Metropolitan

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 10/20

1 stop3h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

vie. 10/27

1 stop4h 12m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia

Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,888 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

WestJet
7.2
Good
916 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,480 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Washington, D.C. to Columbia flights.

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 5 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.

Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbia for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbia for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $124, but on average you can expect to pay $164.

Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbia for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbia under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbia is less than $195.

Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to Columbia for under $400?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbia within the next 7 days for less than $400.

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

Currently priced at $124, United Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Columbia and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $148 and $157, respectively. United Airlines is 61% 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?

$78 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $78 and $89, respectively.

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

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Columbia?

What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Columbia?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. to Columbia consider choosing CommutAir (88%), United Airlines (88%) or Copa Airlines (87%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Columbia?

The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Columbia is $85. On average you can expect to pay $169. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Columbia Metropolitan), can usually be booked for $157.

What does IAD to CAE mean?

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is IAD and Columbia Metropolitan Airport is CAE. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA).

Top 3 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Columbia

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Washington, D.C. to Columbia choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$155Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$166Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Columbia

See what time of day planes typically take off from Washington, D.C. to Columbia
1%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
20%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
69%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
10%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

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

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Washington, D.C. to Columbia
Sunday5daily flights
Monday6daily flights
Tuesday6daily flights
Wednesday6daily flights
Thursday6daily flights
Friday6daily flights
Saturday5daily flights
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