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$93+ Cheap flights from Columbia (CAE) to Illinois

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CAE — ORD
jun. 17 — jun. 241
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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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$211
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$93
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$432

Good round-trip deal

$444 or less

Good one-way deal

$310 or less
From Columbia Metropolitan to Illinois
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Cheapest flights from Columbia to Illinois
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 junio 12, 2025.

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.
mié. 8/274:03 pmCAE - STL
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
mié. 9/36:02 amSTL - CAE
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$211
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/2611:10 amCAE - STL
1 stop5h 56mDelta
sáb. 9/67:00 amSTL - CAE
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 6/10$217
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.
lun. 7/144:37 pmCAE - STL
1 stop24h 54mSpirit Airlines
lun. 7/2110:47 amSTL - CAE
2 stops24h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$221
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.
lun. 6/235:41 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop16h 09mMultiple Airlines
jue. 6/265:05 amORD - CAE
1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$243
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.
jue. 7/243:08 pmCAE - STL
2 stops19h 44mMultiple Airlines
mié. 7/3011:24 amSTL - CAE
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$244
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.
vie. 6/275:41 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
lun. 6/307:39 pmORD - CAE
2 stops15h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$244
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.
vie. 7/45:36 pmCAE - MDW
1 stop5h 09mDelta
mar. 7/156:00 amMDW - CAE
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Deal found 6/11$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
mié. 7/93:02 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop4h 47mDelta
dom. 7/135:35 amORD - CAE
1 stop3h 40mDelta
Deal found 6/9$249
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.
mié. 6/258:43 pmCAE - PIA
1 stop4h 16mAmerican Airlines
dom. 6/295:00 amPIA - CAE
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$259
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.
lun. 6/237:46 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop4h 38mAmerican Airlines
vie. 6/273:37 pmORD - CAE
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$259
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.
vie. 9/267:48 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/296:15 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$266
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/302:52 pmCAE - STL
2 stops7h 40mUnited Airlines
mié. 9/38:15 amSTL - CAE
1 stop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$325

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia to Illinois 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.
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

ColumbiaSt. Louis

CAE - STL

CAESTL

Columbia Metropolitan

mié. 8/27

4:03 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Lambert-St Louis

mié. 9/3

6:02 am-1:24 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$211

ColumbiaSt. Louis

CAE - STL

CAESTL

Columbia Metropolitan

mar. 8/26

11:10 am-4:06 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Lambert-St Louis

sáb. 9/6

7:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$217

ColumbiaSt. Louis

CAE - STL

CAESTL

Columbia Metropolitan

lun. 7/14

4:37 pm-4:31 pm

1 stop24h 54m

Lambert-St Louis

lun. 7/21

10:47 am-11:58 am

2 stops24h 11m

$221

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

lun. 6/23

5:41 pm-8:50 am

1 stop16h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 6/26

5:05 am-2:30 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$243

ColumbiaSt. Louis

CAE - STL

CAESTL

Columbia Metropolitan

jue. 7/24

3:08 pm-9:52 am

2 stops19h 44m

Lambert-St Louis

mié. 7/30

11:24 am-2:04 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$244

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

vie. 6/27

5:41 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 6/30

7:39 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops15h 44m

$244

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - MDW

CAEMDW

Columbia Metropolitan

vie. 7/4

5:36 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Chicago Midway

mar. 7/15

6:00 am-12:53 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$249

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

mié. 7/9

3:02 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop4h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 7/13

5:35 am-10:15 am

1 stop3h 40m

$249

ColumbiaPeoria

CAE - PIA

CAEPIA

Columbia Metropolitan

mié. 6/25

8:43 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 16m

Greater Peoria

dom. 6/29

5:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop4h 45m

$259

ColumbiaChicago

CAE - ORD

CAEORD

Columbia Metropolitan

lun. 6/23

7:46 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 6/27

3:37 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$259

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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, 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 junio 12, 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 junio 12, 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).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Columbia to Illinois to help guide your decision. 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
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8,052 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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?

    $93 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 American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $100 and $189, 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 GoJet (84%), United Airlines (84%) 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 $226. On average you can expect to pay $764. The most popular route, (Columbia Metropolitan - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $189.

  • 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$202Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$235Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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