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$115+ Cheap flights from Columbia (CAE) to Illinois

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CAE — ORD
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/141:38 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop10h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1010:18 amORD - CAE
1 stop24h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/209:54 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop10h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/235:00 amORD - CAE
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1110:18 amCAE - ORD
1 stop10h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/145:00 amORD - CAE
1 stop6h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$201
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 11/285:24 pmCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/16:15 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/31$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/209:54 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop10h 32mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/288:26 amORD - CAE
1 stop29h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/141:38 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop10h 24mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/85:05 amORD - CAE
1 stop11h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Mon 12/296:20 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/49:05 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/1$226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Mon 11/245:37 amCAE - MDW
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Thu 11/276:00 amMDW - CAE
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Deal found 11/1$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Fri 12/127:59 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Thu 1/87:10 amORD - CAE
1 stop7h 32mDelta
Deal found 10/31$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Tue 11/2510:11 amCAE - STL
1 stop6h 56mDelta
Thu 11/276:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Deal found 11/2$230
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 12/45:34 amCAE - STL
1 stop3h 50mDelta
Sun 12/76:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 11/1$249
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Sat 11/156:13 pmCAE - MLI
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/225:37 pmMLI - CAE
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/1$264

Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbia to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated November 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$164
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$115
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$398

Good round-trip deal

$349 or less

Good one-way deal

$340 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Illinois that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 12/5

5:24 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/8

6:52 pm-10:07 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$209

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 1/15

8:00 am-9:36 am

Nonstop2h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

10:45 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$209

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 12/27

2:30 pm-4:08 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/7

6:30 pm-9:58 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$209

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 11/28

5:24 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/1

6:15 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$209

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 11/26

7:35 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/1

10:35 am-1:47 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$219

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 1/23

7:30 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/25

6:30 pm-9:58 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$219

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 12/29

6:20 am-7:56 am

Nonstop2h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/4

9:05 pm-12:26 am

Nonstop2h 21m

$226

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - MDW

CAEMDW

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 2/11

6:50 am-10:01 am

1 stop4h 11m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/24

10:53 am-4:22 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$229

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - MDW

CAEMDW

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 1/2

8:01 am-11:58 am

1 stop4h 57m

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/13

6:45 am-12:00 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$229

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - MDW

CAEMDW

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 1/2

8:01 am-11:58 am

1 stop4h 57m

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/8

6:45 am-12:00 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$229

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Best time to book a flight from Columbia to Illinois

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Illinois (average of $57). Flying from Columbia to Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 CAE to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbia to Illinois in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Columbia to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbia to Illinois. 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 November 3, 2025.

The most flights from CAE to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated November 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbia to Illinois. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Lane,Nov 2025

MEM - ATL

The crew was very friendly, but they only came around and offered the better Delta Comfort snacks one time. I thought they would come around more frequently on a 5 hour flight. They did do two beverage services though, which was nice.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Lane,Nov 2025

MEM - ATL

The crew was very friendly, but they only came around and offered the better Delta Comfort snacks one time. I thought they would come around more frequently on a 5 hour flight. They did do two beverage services though, which was nice.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Lane,Nov 2025

MEM - ATL

The crew was very friendly, but they only came around and offered the better Delta Comfort snacks one time. I thought they would come around more frequently on a 5 hour flight. They did do two beverage services though, which was nice.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,034 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Lane,Nov 2025

MEM - ATL

The crew was very friendly, but they only came around and offered the better Delta Comfort snacks one time. I thought they would come around more frequently on a 5 hour flight. They did do two beverage services though, which was nice.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbia to Illinois. 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 from for flights from Columbia to Illinois?

    Most people fly from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) if they book a flight from Columbia to Illinois. Columbia Metropolitan is conveniently located just 6.5 mi from Columbia’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbia to Illinois?

    United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines can get you from Columbia to Illinois in just under 2h 31m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 18m. The distance from Columbia to Illinois is about 666 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $222 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $222 and $244, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Columbia to Illinois?

    The most popular route from Columbia to Illinois is Columbia Metropolitan - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Columbia Metropolitan - Chicago Midway or Columbia Metropolitan - Lambert-St Louis.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbia to Illinois?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Columbia to Illinois consider choosing Emirates (89%), SkyWest Airlines (85%) or United Airlines (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbia to Illinois?

    The cheapest flight price from Columbia to Illinois is $228. On average you can expect to pay $821. The most popular route, (Columbia Metropolitan - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $209.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Illinois (average of $57). Flying from Columbia to Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 Columbia to Illinois

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbia to Illinois. 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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