What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbia to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

Currently priced at $189, American Airlines will fly you from Columbia to Washington, D.C. 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 $198 and $199, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbia to Washington, D.C. one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $129 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $144 and American Airlines from $214 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

What are the most popular routes from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?

Most travelers choose Columbia Metropolitan - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Columbia Metropolitan - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Columbia Metropolitan - Baltimore/Washington when deciding on the best route from Columbia to Washington, D.C..

What are the cheapest flights from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $198. While the most popular route (Columbia Metropolitan - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $189 on average our data indicates $1,510 when flying from Columbia to Washington, D.C..

What are the most reliable airlines from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Columbia to Washington, D.C. are United Airlines (65%), Copa Airlines (64%) and CommutAir (57%).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?

Users have found that flying from Columbia to Washington, D.C. on a Sunday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?

To save up to 30% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 27 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Columbia to Washington, D.C. from $285 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $378 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?

Flights from Columbia to Washington, D.C. lean towards being more expensive in November. Prices are generally better when you fly from Columbia to Washington, D.C. in August, with the cheapest ticket starting at $194.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?

If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. from Columbia, you will be flying from Metropolitan, which is the city’s only airport. Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is located 6.5 mi from the center of Columbia. There are 7 flights from Metropolitan to Washington, D.C. per day from 3 different airlines.

Can I find deals for flights from Columbia to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbia to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Columbia to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $224 and $324 in September. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $189 on United Airlines (Sep 5-Sep 8).

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

Sat 9/202:52 pmCAE - IAD

Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines

Sun 9/2112:36 pmIAD - CAE

Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/13

$189

Thu 9/181:54 pmCAE - DCA

Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines

Mon 9/228:22 amDCA - CAE

Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 8/14

$189

Thu 9/46:00 amCAE - DCA

Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines

Sun 9/710:00 pmDCA - CAE

Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 8/12

$190

Wed 9/37:41 pmCAE - DCA

Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines

Sun 9/75:31 pmDCA - CAE

Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 8/14

$194

Thu 8/287:35 pmCAE - IAD

Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines

Mon 9/112:36 pmIAD - CAE

Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/13

$199

Fri 8/297:34 pmCAE - DCA

Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines

Wed 9/311:50 amDCA - CAE

Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 8/14

$199

Sat 9/2011:31 amCAE - BWI

1 stop11h 54mSpirit Airlines

Sun 9/211:17 pmBWI - CAE

1 stop4h 59mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 8/13

$203

Sat 9/135:40 amCAE - IAD

1 stop5h 30mDelta

Thu 9/186:00 amIAD - CAE

1 stop4h 17mDelta

Deal found 8/13

$209

Thu 9/43:08 pmCAE - DCA

1 stop4h 27mDelta

Sun 9/76:00 amDCA - CAE

1 stop3h 56mDelta

Deal found 8/14

$209

Sat 9/2711:31 amCAE - BWI

1 stop11h 54mSpirit Airlines

Sun 9/281:17 pmBWI - CAE

1 stop4h 59mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 8/12

$209

Wed 9/32:52 pmCAE - IAD

Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines

Sun 9/712:36 pmIAD - CAE

Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/13

$212

Fri 10/2411:40 amCAE - BWI

1 stop11h 47mSpirit Airlines

Sun 10/267:00 amBWI - CAE

1 stop4h 58mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 8/12

$212

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Tue 10/72:53 pmCAE - IAD

Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines

Sat 10/1112:40 pmIAD - CAE

Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/12

$189

Fri 9/191:54 pmCAE - DCA

Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines

Sun 9/2110:00 pmDCA - CAE

Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 8/12

$189

Sat 9/2011:31 amCAE - BWI

1 stop11h 54mSpirit Airlines

Sun 9/211:17 pmBWI - CAE

1 stop4h 59mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 8/13

$203

Sat 9/135:40 amCAE - IAD

1 stop5h 30mDelta

Tue 9/166:00 amIAD - CAE

1 stop4h 17mDelta

Deal found 8/13

$209

Sat 9/611:31 amCAE - BWI

1 stop11h 54mMultiple Airlines

Thu 9/1110:23 amBWI - CAE

1 stop7h 53mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/14

$213

Sat 9/202:52 pmCAE - IAD

Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines

Sun 9/2112:36 pmIAD - CAE

Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/13

$189

Sat 9/2010:42 amCAE - DCA

Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines

Tue 9/238:22 amDCA - CAE

Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 8/13

$189

Fri 9/57:35 pmCAE - IAD

Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines

Mon 9/88:15 amIAD - CAE

Nonstop1h 34mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/12

$189

Thu 10/210:42 amCAE - DCA

Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines

Sat 10/48:20 amDCA - CAE

Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 8/12

$189

Thu 9/185:13 pmCAE - IAD

1 stop4h 26mDelta

Sun 9/216:00 amIAD - CAE

1 stop4h 17mDelta

Deal found 8/13

$209

Sat 9/2711:31 amCAE - BWI

1 stop11h 54mSpirit Airlines

Sun 9/281:17 pmBWI - CAE

1 stop4h 59mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 8/12

$209

Sat 9/2711:31 amCAE - BWI

1 stop11h 54mMultiple Airlines

Sat 10/44:00 pmBWI - CAE

1 stop22h 09mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/13

$214

Last-minute flights from Columbia to Washington, D.C.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Columbia to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated August 14, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Wed 8/205:40 amCAE - IAD

1 stop3h 32mDelta

Wed 8/276:00 amIAD - CAE

1 stop4h 08mDelta

Deal found 8/13

$244

Wed 8/207:34 pmCAE - DCA

Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines

Sat 8/232:21 pmDCA - CAE

Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 8/14

$267

Thu 8/216:00 amCAE - DCA

1 stop6h 39mDelta

Wed 8/2710:11 amDCA - CAE

1 stop4h 12mDelta

Deal found 8/12

$244

Fri 8/2211:39 amCAE - BWI

1 stop21h 31mMultiple Airlines

Sun 8/246:37 amBWI - CAE

1 stop7h 51mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/13

$245

Fri 8/227:35 pmCAE - IAD

Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines

Sun 8/245:15 pmIAD - CAE

Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/13

$249

Fri 8/227:34 pmCAE - DCA

Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines

Sun 8/249:00 amDCA - CAE

Nonstop1h 53mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 8/14

$249

Fri 8/227:19 pmCAE - IAD

1 stop5h 02mDelta

Sun 8/246:00 amIAD - CAE

1 stop4h 24mDelta

Deal found 8/13

$269

Fri 8/224:52 pmCAE - DCA

1 stop6h 04mDelta

Sun 8/246:59 amDCA - CAE

1 stop3h 25mDelta

Deal found 8/14

$269

Sat 8/232:52 pmCAE - IAD

Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines

Wed 8/2712:36 pmIAD - CAE

Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/12

$224

Sat 8/234:21 pmCAE - DCA

Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines

Wed 8/278:20 amDCA - CAE

Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 8/12

$224

Sun 8/245:40 amCAE - IAD

1 stop3h 32mDelta

Tue 9/26:00 amIAD - CAE

1 stop3h 41mDelta

Deal found 8/12

$239

Sun 8/246:00 amCAE - DCA

1 stop6h 39mDelta

Tue 9/26:00 amDCA - CAE

1 stop3h 41mDelta

Deal found 8/12

$239

One-way flights from Columbia to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from Columbia to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

Sun 9/147:11 pmCAE - IAD

1 stop23h 13mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/12

$89

Thu 10/22:59 pmCAE - BWI

1 stop6h 21mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/14

$99

Sun 9/287:11 pmCAE - IAD

1 stop23h 13mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/13

$104

Sat 10/117:48 pmCAE - IAD

Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/14

$129

Sun 9/285:01 pmCAE - IAD

2 stops16h 58mAllegiant Air

Deal found 8/12

$132

Fri 8/2211:39 amCAE - BWI

1 stop21h 31mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 8/14

$144

Thu 8/213:30 pmCAE - IAD

2 stops22h 53mAllegiant Air

Deal found 8/12

$147

Sun 9/145:01 pmCAE - IAD

2 stops16h 58mAllegiant Air

Deal found 8/12

$148

Sat 9/202:52 pmCAE - IAD

Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/14

$159

Fri 8/2911:39 amCAE - IAD

2 stops33h 09mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/12

$164

Sat 9/2711:31 amCAE - IAD

2 stops12h 24mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/12

$180

Thu 8/214:20 pmCAE - IAD

1 stop28h 28mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/14

$183

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CAE - IAD

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Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 10/7

2:53 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/11

12:40 pm-2:18 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$189

ColumbiaWashington, D.C.

CAE - DCA

CAEDCA

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 9/19

1:54 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 9/21

10:00 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$189

ColumbiaWashington, D.C.

CAE - IAD

CAEIAD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/20

2:52 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/21

12:36 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$189

ColumbiaWashington, D.C.

CAE - DCA

CAEDCA

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/20

10:42 am-12:14 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/23

8:22 am-10:08 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$189

ColumbiaWashington, D.C.

CAE - IAD

CAEIAD

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 9/5

7:35 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/8

8:15 am-9:49 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$189

ColumbiaWashington, D.C.

CAE - DCA

CAEDCA

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 10/2

10:42 am-12:14 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/4

8:20 am-10:06 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$189

ColumbiaWashington, D.C.

CAE - IAD

CAEIAD

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/4

10:24 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/5

8:15 am-9:49 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$189

ColumbiaWashington, D.C.

CAE - DCA

CAEDCA

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 9/25

6:00 am-7:34 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 9/28

8:25 am-10:11 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$189

ColumbiaWashington, D.C.

CAE - DCA

CAEDCA

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/27

7:26 am-8:59 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 9/28

8:25 am-10:11 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$189

ColumbiaWashington, D.C.

CAE - DCA

CAEDCA

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 11/1

6:05 am-7:39 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/9

8:19 am-9:58 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$189

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbia to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?

The best time to book flights from Columbia to Washington, D.C. is 61 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Washington, D.C. (average of $302). Flying from Columbia to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 WAS?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbia to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 57% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbia to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Columbia to Washington, D.C.

The most flights from CAE to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Columbia to Washington, D.C. 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.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,916 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,916 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,916 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,916 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?
If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. from Columbia, you will be flying from Metropolitan, which is the city’s only airport. Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is located 6.5 mi from the center of Columbia. There are 7 flights from Metropolitan to Washington, D.C. per day from 3 different airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbia to Washington, D.C. round-trip?
Currently priced at $189, American Airlines will fly you from Columbia to Washington, D.C. 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 $198 and $199, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbia to Washington, D.C. one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $129 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $144 and American Airlines from $214 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?
Most travelers choose Columbia Metropolitan - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Columbia Metropolitan - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Columbia Metropolitan - Baltimore/Washington when deciding on the best route from Columbia to Washington, D.C..
What are the most reliable airlines from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Columbia to Washington, D.C. are United Airlines (65%), Copa Airlines (64%) and CommutAir (57%).
What are the cheapest flights from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $198. While the most popular route (Columbia Metropolitan - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $189 on average our data indicates $1,510 when flying from Columbia to Washington, D.C..
Can I find deals for flights from Columbia to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Columbia to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbia to Washington, D.C..
Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbia to Washington, D.C.?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbia to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?
Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Washington, D.C. (average of $302). Flying from Columbia to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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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American Airlines	Cheapest$189	Average$394	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
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