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$85+ Cheap flights from Columbia to Indianapolis (CAE - IND)

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CAE — IND
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
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Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Indianapolis

Cheapest flights from Columbia to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/316:20 amCAE - IND
1 stop4h 53mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/47:45 pmIND - CAE
1 stop4h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/306:09 amCAE - IND
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/18:11 pmIND - CAE
1 stop3h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/308:01 amCAE - IND
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Thu 1/16:00 amIND - CAE
1 stop3h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/14$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/297:37 pmCAE - IND
1 stop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/27:45 pmIND - CAE
1 stop4h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Tue 12/3010:40 amCAE - IND
2 stops8h 01mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:45 pmIND - CAE
1 stop4h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/276:00 amCAE - IND
1 stop3h 48mDelta
Sun 1/47:45 pmIND - CAE
1 stop3h 48mDelta
Deal found 12/15$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/312:35 pmCAE - IND
2 stops6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/45:32 pmIND - CAE
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/197:37 pmCAE - IND
1 stop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/217:45 pmIND - CAE
1 stop4h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$449
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/266:00 amCAE - IND
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/296:03 amIND - CAE
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$471

Find flight deals from Columbia to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) to Indianapolis (IND). 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 December 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$184
(Delta)

One-way from

$85
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$405
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia to Indianapolis 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 December 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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Columbia

Fly to

Indianapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaIndianapolis

CAE - IND

CAEIND

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 1/13

6:18 am-12:37 pm

2 stops6h 19m

Indianapolis

Tue 1/20

10:53 am-5:44 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$189

ColumbiaIndianapolis

CAE - IND

CAEIND

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 3/5

6:40 am-10:35 am

1 stop3h 55m

Indianapolis

Sat 3/7

3:45 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$220

ColumbiaIndianapolis

CAE - IND

CAEIND

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 1/16

5:07 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Indianapolis

Sun 1/18

3:38 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$240

ColumbiaIndianapolis

CAE - IND

CAEIND

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 1/23

5:00 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Indianapolis

Mon 1/26

3:35 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$249

ColumbiaIndianapolis

CAE - IND

CAEIND

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 1/23

6:18 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 03m

Indianapolis

Mon 1/26

5:30 am-10:35 am

1 stop5h 05m

$249

ColumbiaIndianapolis

CAE - IND

CAEIND

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/30

8:01 am-1:41 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Indianapolis

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

$279

ColumbiaIndianapolis

CAE - IND

CAEIND

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 12/31

7:37 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Indianapolis

Sun 1/4

5:45 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 20m

$285

ColumbiaIndianapolis

CAE - IND

CAEIND

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 1/12

2:37 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Indianapolis

Mon 1/26

8:15 am-2:14 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$309

ColumbiaIndianapolis

CAE - IND

CAEIND

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 1/29

8:00 am-1:18 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Indianapolis

Sun 2/1

9:05 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$309

ColumbiaIndianapolis

CAE - IND

CAEIND

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/11

6:28 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$85

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Deals found on 12/14

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Compare providers for flights from Columbia to Indianapolis

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbia to Indianapolis in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia-Indianapolis flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbia-Indianapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbia-Indianapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia-Indianapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Columbia-Indianapolis flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Columbia to Indianapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Indianapolis from Columbia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbia to Indianapolis

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Indianapolis (average of $40). Flying from Columbia to Indianapolis in January is currently the most expensive (average of $98). 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 IND?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia to Indianapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbia to Indianapolis in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Indianapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Indianapolis. 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 Indianapolis. Reviews last updated December 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbia to Indianapolis by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,048 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbia to Indianapolis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Columbia to Indianapolis?

    Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Columbia to Indianapolis in just under 4h 57m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 28m. The distance between Columbia and Indianapolis is about 490 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbia to Indianapolis round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($190), American Airlines ($228), and Delta ($228) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbia to Indianapolis. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Indianapolis (average of $40). Flying from Columbia to Indianapolis in January is currently the most expensive (average of $98). 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 Indianapolis

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbia to Indianapolis. 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$190Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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