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Cheap flights from Columbia to Raleigh (CAE - RDU)

CAE — RDU
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 17, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars
Provider with most accurate pricing for Columbia Metropolitan-Raleigh-Durham flight deals.
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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 Raleigh 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-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbia-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbia-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia-Raleigh 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-Raleigh 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 Raleigh

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Raleigh (average of $97). Flying from Columbia to Raleigh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $348). 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 RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbia to Raleigh in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 62% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated December 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from Columbia to Raleigh 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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit

Related info for your journey

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

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Columbia to Raleigh round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Raleigh, with prices starting at $366.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Raleigh (average of $97). Flying from Columbia to Raleigh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $348). 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 airline flying from Columbia to Raleigh

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Columbia to Raleigh. 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$366Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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