Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Columbia (CAE) from $228

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
HOU — CAE
Apr 3 — Apr 101

The best prices from Houston Hobby to Columbia Metropolitan are usually found in August or October, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 March 29, 2024.

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$330

One-way from

$256
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop
From Houston Hobby to Columbia Metropolitan
One-way flight from Houston Hobby to Columbia Metropolitan

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia?

Friday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 101%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 33 days in advance, which can save you up to 177% on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 33 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $316. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $595.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in April. For low rates, August can be a great choice for travel to Columbia. Flights to Columbia from Houston Hobby Airport in August are about $384 on average during August, but can be found for as low as $188.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia (HOU - CAE)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

Cheap Delta flights from Hobby to Columbia

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Hobby and Columbia. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 29, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Delta flights heading from Houston to Columbia. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Wed 4/247:15 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Sat 4/276:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/27$228
Wed 4/174:05 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Tue 4/306:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/28$243
Wed 4/247:15 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Sat 4/276:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/28$269
Tue 4/307:15 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Sun 6/26:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Deal found 3/28$303
Fri 7/54:32 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Thu 7/117:04 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Deal found 3/28$344
Fri 7/54:32 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Fri 7/126:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Deal found 3/28$378
Fri 5/37:15 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Mon 5/65:58 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop5h 27mDelta
Deal found 3/28$498
Thu 4/117:15 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Tue 4/166:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Deal found 3/28$563
Wed 4/106:00 amHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Sun 4/146:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/28$618

Cheap American Airlines flights from Hobby to Columbia

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Hobby and Columbia. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 29, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest American Airlines flights we've found from Houston to Columbia. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Thu 9/128:11 amHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/186:07 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$279
Thu 6/202:13 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/224:28 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$389
Tue 5/144:22 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/187:18 amCAE - HOU
1 stop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$394
Tue 4/304:25 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/27:19 amCAE - HOU
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$426
Thu 4/114:25 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/165:04 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$453
Wed 4/1710:11 amHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/3011:15 amCAE - HOU
2 stops7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$555
Tue 4/306:00 amHOU - CAE
2 stops9h 18mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/27:19 amCAE - HOU
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$557
Wed 4/1712:20 pmHOU - CAE
2 stops10h 36mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/3011:15 amCAE - HOU
2 stops7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$560
Thu 4/114:25 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/164:50 pmCAE - HOU
2 stops8h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$568

Cheap Hobby to Columbia flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Hobby to Columbia specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Prices were last updated on March 29, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Houston to Columbia in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 4/247:15 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Wed 5/16:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/27$228
Wed 4/174:05 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Tue 4/306:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/28$243
Tue 4/236:00 amHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Tue 4/305:58 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop5h 26mDelta
Deal found 3/26$269
Tue 4/236:00 amHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Sat 4/276:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/26$284
Sun 4/217:15 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Wed 4/246:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/26$342
Fri 4/267:15 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Sun 4/286:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/27$378
Tue 4/307:15 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Sun 5/56:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/27$398
Wed 4/36:00 amHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Sat 4/64:10 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Deal found 3/26$425
Thu 4/254:05 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Mon 4/293:05 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 3/27$439

Hobby to Columbia 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Hobby and Columbia in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 29, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Houston to Columbia in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 4/247:15 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Wed 5/16:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/27$228
Wed 4/174:05 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Tue 4/306:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/28$243
Tue 4/236:00 amHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Tue 4/305:58 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop5h 26mDelta
Deal found 3/26$269
Thu 9/128:11 amHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/186:07 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$279
Tue 4/236:00 amHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Sat 4/276:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/26$284
Thu 7/41:04 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 35mDelta
Thu 7/117:04 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Deal found 3/27$318
Sun 4/217:15 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Wed 4/246:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/26$342
Fri 7/54:32 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Thu 7/117:04 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Deal found 3/28$344
Fri 7/54:32 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Sat 7/136:00 amCAE - HOU
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Deal found 3/27$378

Hobby to Columbia flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Hobby to Columbia for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 29, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Houston to Columbia. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Fri 4/54:25 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/85:04 pmCAE - HOU
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$738
Fri 4/54:25 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/89:10 amCAE - HOU
2 stops9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$741

One-way flights to Columbia from Hobby

Search for one-way flight options from Hobby to Columbia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 29, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Houston to Columbia can select one of these great deals. Those needing a return flight from Houston to Columbia can use the search form above.
Tue 5/214:22 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$256
Tue 5/216:00 amHOU - CAE
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$294
Sat 4/610:11 amHOU - CAE
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$403
Sat 4/66:00 amHOU - CAE
2 stops8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$408
Sun 4/74:25 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$448
Sun 4/76:50 pmHOU - CAE
1 stop4h 09mDelta
Deal found 3/28$609
Sun 4/76:00 amHOU - CAE
2 stops14h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$688
Sun 4/78:25 pmHOU - CAE
2 stops13h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$694

Find flights from Hobby to Columbia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 29, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$228 - $426

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Houston HobbyColumbia Metropolitan

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/24

1 stop3h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 4/27

1 stop4h 41m

$228

Houston HobbyColumbia Metropolitan

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/17

1 stop6h 54m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 4/30

1 stop4h 41m

$243

Houston HobbyColumbia Metropolitan

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/24

1 stop3h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 4/27

1 stop4h 41m

$269

Houston HobbyColumbia Metropolitan

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Thu 9/12

1 stop6h 38m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 9/18

1 stop4h 28m

$279

Houston HobbyColumbia Metropolitan

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/30

1 stop3h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/2

1 stop4h 34m

$303

Houston HobbyColumbia Metropolitan

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Fri 7/5

1 stop6h 27m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 7/11

1 stop4h 17m

$344

Houston HobbyColumbia Metropolitan

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Thu 6/20

1 stop7h 32m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 6/22

1 stop6h 46m

$389

Houston HobbyColumbia Metropolitan

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Tue 5/14

1 stop5h 40m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 5/18

1 stop5h 34m

$394

Houston HobbyColumbia Metropolitan

HOU - CAE

HOUCAE

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/30

1 stop5h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 5/2

1 stop5h 31m

$426

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 3/27

When is the best time to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Columbia. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
Booking 32 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to Columbia. Price data was last updated on March 24, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Columbia by month

Plan your trip from Hobby to Columbia by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Hobby to Columbia is currently $475 while a round-trip flight costs $319. Price data was last updated on March 24, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia (average of $330). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $430). 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.

January

$330

February

$336

March

$384

April

$413

May

$430

June

$427

July

$396

August

$360

September

$364

October

$368

November

$378

December

$341

Temperature and rainfall in Columbia by month

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

CAE

Temperature

44.6 - 82.4 °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 March 29, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Columbia, such as Delta and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
11,402 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a good experience other than a short delay.

8.1
Very good
11,402 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,402 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a good experience other than a short delay.

7.3
Good
15,181 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,402 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a good experience other than a short delay.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Columbia from Houston Hobby?

    Located just 6.5 mi from the city center, Columbia Metropolitan is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbia from Houston Hobby. Booking flights from Houston Hobby to Metropolitan (CAE) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Houston Hobby from 2 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $228, but on average you can expect to pay $439.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia for under $800?

    There are currently 2+ open flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia within the next 7 days for less than $800.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Columbia, with prices starting at $228. Another option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $279 round trip. Delta is currently priced 40% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What does HOU to CAE mean?

    This is defined as Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) and Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE). Codes like Columbia Metropolitan Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hobby to Columbia that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Hobby to Columbia with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to see available direct flights.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hobby to Columbia that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines do offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • How recently were the Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia flight deals updated?

    The Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 3/28.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Hobby to Columbia

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American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$251Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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