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$175+ Cheap flights from Columbia to Minneapolis (CAE - MSP)

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 12/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — MSP
Jan 1 — Jan 81
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1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Minneapolis

Cheapest flights from Columbia to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 2, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/71:38 pmCAE - MSP
2 stops18h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1011:00 amMSP - CAE
1 stop27h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Thu 12/1110:00 amCAE - MSP
2 stops8h 12mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/158:00 amMSP - CAE
1 stop4h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/115:06 amCAE - MSP
2 stops7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/1512:51 pmMSP - CAE
2 stops9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Tue 12/307:37 pmCAE - MSP
2 stops21h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/63:25 pmMSP - CAE
2 stops7h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$367
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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.
Tue 12/302:37 pmCAE - MSP
2 stops23h 59mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/28:18 amMSP - CAE
2 stops22h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/29$371
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/188:38 amCAE - MSP
1 stop7h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/224:36 pmMSP - CAE
2 stops14h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$393
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:21 amCAE - MSP
1 stop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/145:49 pmMSP - CAE
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 12/42:22 pmCAE - MSP
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/83:22 pmMSP - CAE
1 stop5h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/30$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 12/42:22 pmCAE - MSP
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/66:00 amMSP - CAE
1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/30$411

Find flight deals from Columbia to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) to Minneapolis (MSP). 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 2, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$219
(Delta)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$298
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia to Minneapolis 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 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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Minneapolis

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaMinneapolis

CAE - MSP

CAEMSP

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/31

3:09 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/4

7:00 am-3:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$219

ColumbiaMinneapolis

CAE - MSP

CAEMSP

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 2/14

3:32 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/17

3:24 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$224

ColumbiaMinneapolis

CAE - MSP

CAEMSP

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/11

7:20 am-12:02 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/17

7:43 am-1:22 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$259

ColumbiaMinneapolis

CAE - MSP

CAEMSP

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 2/14

8:45 am-2:06 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/16

6:00 am-2:21 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$269

ColumbiaMinneapolis

CAE - MSP

CAEMSP

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/31

11:59 am-9:47 pm

2 stops10h 48m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/4

4:47 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$294

ColumbiaMinneapolis

CAE - MSP

CAEMSP

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 12/12

6:21 am-10:22 am

1 stop5h 01m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 12/15

12:51 pm-11:13 pm

2 stops9h 22m

$359

ColumbiaMinneapolis

CAE - MSP

CAEMSP

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 12/18

8:38 am-3:06 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 12/22

4:36 pm-8:18 am

2 stops14h 42m

$393

ColumbiaMinneapolis

CAE - MSP

CAEMSP

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 12/12

6:21 am-10:22 am

1 stop5h 01m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 12/14

5:49 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$399

ColumbiaMinneapolis

CAE - MSP

CAEMSP

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 2/14

3:32 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/16

7:54 am-6:58 pm

2 stops10h 04m

$401

ColumbiaMinneapolis

CAE - MSP

CAEMSP

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 12/14

4:07 pm-6:12 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$175

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Deals found on 12/2

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Compare providers for flights from Columbia to Minneapolis

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 Minneapolis in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbia-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbia-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia-Minneapolis 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-Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Minneapolis (average of $79). Flying from Columbia to Minneapolis in September is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 2, 2025.

When flying from Columbia to Minneapolis, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 34% versus a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis. Reviews last updated December 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbia to Minneapolis to help guide your decision. 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
8,010 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,065 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,041 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Columbia to Minneapolis in about 4h 36m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 51m. The distance between Columbia and Minneapolis is about 991 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $258, American Airlines will fly you from Columbia to Minneapolis and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $258 and $273, respectively. You may be able to fly from Columbia to Minneapolis for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Minneapolis (average of $79). Flying from Columbia to Minneapolis in September is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 Minneapolis

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbia to Minneapolis. 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 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$258Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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