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$81+ Cheap flights from Columbia (CAE) to Illinois

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CAE — ORD
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$174
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$81
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$384

Good round-trip deal

$584 or less

Good one-way deal

$283 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/144:20 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/176:56 amORD - CAE
1 stop7h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$174
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 11/145:53 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/166:05 amORD - CAE
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$205
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:30 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 23mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/137:10 amORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$209
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/95:40 amCAE - MDW
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Sat 9/136:00 amMDW - CAE
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Deal found 7/29$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/2311:10 amCAE - ORD
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Tue 8/267:15 amORD - CAE
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Deal found 7/30$229
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/187:34 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop4h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/238:40 amORD - CAE
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$239
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/258:20 pmCAE - PIA
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/275:11 pmPIA - CAE
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/196:00 amCAE - STL
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/215:27 amSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$249
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/136:00 amCAE - STL
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Sun 8/177:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop6h 23mDelta
Deal found 7/29$259
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Mon 9/811:48 amCAE - STL
3 stops25h 12mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/1112:05 pmSTL - CAE
3 stops21h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$372
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/135:35 pmCAE - STL
1 stop6h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/148:00 amSTL - CAE
2 stops9h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 8/286:30 amCAE - MLI
1 stop4h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/48:20 amMLI - CAE
2 stops9h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$536

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Illinois that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbia

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 8/14

4:20 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/17

6:56 am-3:18 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$174

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 11/14

5:53 pm-9:23 am

1 stop16h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/16

6:05 am-3:40 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$205

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 11/14

2:29 pm-4:02 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/18

6:15 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$209

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - MDW

CAEMDW

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 9/9

5:40 am-9:34 am

1 stop4h 54m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/16

12:43 pm-7:08 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$229

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/23

11:10 am-4:28 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/26

7:15 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$229

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 8/18

6:00 am-12:09 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/23

4:56 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$239

ColumbiaPeoria

CAE - PIA

CAEPIA

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 9/25

8:20 pm-12:14 am

1 stop4h 54m

Greater Peoria

Sat 9/27

5:11 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$249

ColumbiaSt. Louis

CAE - STL

CAESTL

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 9/19

6:00 am-12:51 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 9/21

5:27 am-10:52 am

1 stop4h 25m

$249

ColumbiaSt. Louis

CAE - STL

CAESTL

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 8/13

6:00 am-11:10 am

1 stop6h 10m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 8/17

7:00 am-2:23 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$259

ColumbiaSt. Louis

CAE - STL

CAESTL

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 9/8

11:48 am-12:00 pm

3 stops25h 12m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 9/11

12:05 pm-10:53 am

3 stops21h 48m

$372

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Columbia to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 July 31, 2025.

When flying from Columbia to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 July 31, 2025.

The most flights from CAE to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 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 July 31, 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
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,902 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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!
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
702 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,047 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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 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.

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

    $81 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 Allegiant Air and Delta, with prices starting from $141 and $154, 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 United Airlines (81%), GoJet (75%) or Air New Zealand (70%) 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 $144. On average you can expect to pay $822. The most popular route, (Columbia Metropolitan - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $192.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Columbia to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$202Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$241Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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