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$159+ Cheap flights from Columbia (CAE) to Iowa

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — DSM
Apr 13 — Apr 201
Mon 4/13
Mon 4/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Columbia to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 14, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/175:18 pm
CAE
-
OMA
1 stop7h 19m
American Airlines
Mon 9/216:20 pm
OMA
-
CAE
1 stop4h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/9$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Sat 5/24:12 pm
CAE
-
DSM
1 stop6h 15m
American Airlines
Sat 5/91:50 pm
DSM
-
CAE
1 stop5h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/13$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/168:12 pm
CAE
-
CID
1 stop4h 35m
American Airlines
Sat 4/186:00 am
CID
-
CAE
1 stop6h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/13$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Sat 5/910:49 am
CAE
-
OMA
1 stop6h 33m
American Airlines
Sat 5/165:07 pm
OMA
-
CAE
1 stop5h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/12$311
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Fri 5/18:12 pm
CAE
-
OMA
1 stop5h 10m
American Airlines
Sat 8/81:52 pm
OMA
-
CAE
1 stop5h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/10$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/92:20 pm
CAE
-
OMA
2 stops10h 22m
United Airlines
Sat 5/166:00 am
OMA
-
CAE
1 stop6h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$316
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Wed 3/256:15 am
CAE
-
CID
1 stop5h 29m
United Airlines
Sun 3/296:32 am
CID
-
CAE
1 stop7h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/236:25 am
CAE
-
OMA
1 stop6h 51m
United Airlines
Tue 6/306:00 am
OMA
-
CAE
1 stop6h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$330
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Fri 3/275:10 pm
CAE
-
OMA
1 stop7h 21m
Delta
Mon 3/305:37 am
OMA
-
CAE
1 stop4h 56m
Delta
Deal found 3/9$341
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Thu 6/44:35 pm
CAE
-
OMA
1 stop7h 40m
Delta
Mon 7/136:30 pm
OMA
-
CAE
1 stop4h 25m
Delta
Deal found 3/10$345
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Tue 3/246:18 pm
CAE
-
OMA
1 stop5h 12m
American Airlines
Sat 3/285:17 pm
OMA
-
CAE
1 stop5h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/10$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Tue 3/243:35 pm
CAE
-
OMA
1 stop7h 19m
United Airlines
Sat 3/283:20 pm
OMA
-
CAE
2 stops7h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10$354

Find flight deals from Columbia to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbia to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated March 14, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$297
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia to Iowa 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 March 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Iowa that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbiaDes Moines

CAE - DSM

CAEDSM

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 5/2

4:12 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Des Moines

Sat 5/9

1:50 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$309

ColumbiaCedar Rapids

CAE - CID

CAECID

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 4/16

8:12 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-3:46 pm

2 stops8h 46m

$314

ColumbiaOmaha

CAE - OMA

CAEOMA

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 5/1

8:12 pm-12:22 am

1 stop5h 10m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 8/8

1:52 pm-8:09 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$315

ColumbiaCedar Rapids

CAE - CID

CAECID

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 3/28

6:00 am-12:37 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 4/1

5:00 am-3:44 pm

2 stops9h 44m

$324

ColumbiaOmaha

CAE - OMA

CAEOMA

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 3/24

3:35 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 3/28

3:20 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops7h 24m

$354

ColumbiaOmaha

CAE - OMA

CAEOMA

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 6/23

2:51 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops9h 51m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 6/30

6:00 am-1:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$354

ColumbiaCedar Rapids

CAE - CID

CAECID

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 3/25

9:00 am-6:58 pm

2 stops10h 58m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 3/29

1:28 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 31m

$375

ColumbiaOmaha

CAE - OMA

CAEOMA

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 4/24

4:30 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 4/27

6:45 am-3:31 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$379

ColumbiaMoline

CAE - MLI

CAEMLI

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 8/25

10:20 am-4:56 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 8/29

2:29 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$379
Quickest round-trip

ColumbiaOmaha

CAE - OMA

CAEOMA

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 6/23

5:40 am-9:58 am

1 stop5h 18m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 6/30

6:30 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$403

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Best time to book a flight from Columbia to Iowa

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Iowa (average of $162). Flying from Columbia to Iowa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated March 14, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbia to Iowa, such as Delta and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,291 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

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
8,291 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,291 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

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
7.1
Good
11,464 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,291 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

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 Iowa. 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 Iowa?

    For a flight from Columbia to Iowa, you will be flying from Metropolitan. Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is just 6.5 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Columbia to Iowa?

    Airlines like American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Columbia to Iowa in about 6h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 35m. The distance from Columbia to Iowa is about 861 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    While some choose either Columbia Metropolitan - Moline Quad-City or Columbia Metropolitan - Cedar Rapids, Columbia Metropolitan - Omaha Eppley Airfield is the most popular route from Columbia to Iowa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Iowa (average of $162). Flying from Columbia to Iowa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 2 airlines flying from Columbia to Iowa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbia to Iowa. 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 March 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$219Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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