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$189 - $233
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Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalColumbia Metropolitan
DCA - CAE
DCACAE
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mon 5/6
Nonstop1h 33m
Columbia Metropolitan
Fri 5/10
Nonstop1h 30m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalColumbia Metropolitan
DCA - CAE
DCACAE
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mon 4/22
Nonstop1h 39m
Columbia Metropolitan
Tue 4/23
1 stop3h 08m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalColumbia Metropolitan
DCA - CAE
DCACAE
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Fri 5/3
1 stop4h 56m
Columbia Metropolitan
Sat 5/4
Nonstop1h 31m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalColumbia Metropolitan
DCA - CAE
DCACAE
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 4/23
1 stop5h 40m
Columbia Metropolitan
Tue 4/23
1 stop4h 49m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalColumbia Metropolitan
DCA - CAE
DCACAE
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Wed 5/15
1 stop4h 13m
Columbia Metropolitan
Wed 5/15
1 stop5h 51m
Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlColumbia Metropolitan
IAD - CAE
IADCAE
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 4/20
1 stop3h 56m
Columbia Metropolitan
Tue 5/7
1 stop5h 12m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalColumbia Metropolitan
DCA - CAE
DCACAE
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Wed 6/5
1 stop4h 13m
Columbia Metropolitan
Sat 6/15
1 stop5h 01m
Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlColumbia Metropolitan
IAD - CAE
IADCAE
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Tue 6/4
Nonstop1h 34m
Columbia Metropolitan
Wed 6/5
Nonstop1h 34m
Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlColumbia Metropolitan
IAD - CAE
IADCAE
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 4/18
Nonstop1h 39m
Columbia Metropolitan
Sat 4/20
Nonstop1h 35m
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Columbia (average of $330). Flying to Columbia in May will prove the most costly (average of $430). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
January
$330
February
$336
March
$384
April
$413
May
$430
June
$427
July
$396
August
$360
September
$364
October
$368
November
$378
December
$341
CAE Temperature | 44.6 - 82.4 °F |
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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbia, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).
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I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose
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I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose
Whether you’re interested in American civil war history, connecting with nature peacefully among beautiful parks and greenways or looking for art and culture mixed with just the right amount of southern charm, Columbia, South Carolina is a delightful destination city in the heart of the United States Sunbelt region. Columbia is one of the first planned cities in the United States, featuring broad avenues and picturesque settings amid the grand pre-Civil War houses of the American south. Visit the plantation home that was purchased by one of its former slaves and now serves as a museum and reminder of a unique time in history. Strolling through Columbia’s enchanting gardens and parks brings visitors to museums, art galleries and unique shops that are found throughout the city. For outdoor adventure, Columbia has an abundance of rivers that are suitable for canoeing, kayaking and parasailing. The 50,000 acre park, Fort Murray is a mere 15 minutes from downtown and a fantastic destination for hiking, fishing and water sports. For family fun, Riverbank Zoo and Botanical Center is considered to be one of the best American zoos and has both gorilla and koala exhibits as well as a wide variety of other animals to view. Edventure, a children’s museum, is located next to the state museum and has hands-on exhibits to entertain the little ones. Be sure to stop by the Melton Memorial Observatory on Monday nights for free viewing of the stars and planets.
April marks the beginning of tourist season in Columbia and ushers in a variety of festivals and events with Jazz Appreciation, the Congaree Art Festival, Earth Fest and the Capital City Wing and Fling. April and May bring the best weather of the year with warm temperatures and sunny skies – ideal for enjoying the city’s many parks. June through September are hot months with greater than average precipitation. Budget minded travelers should consider arriving in October, when hotel rates are lower, the weather is temperate and the city enjoys a month full of music and art festivals as well as hosting the South Carolina State Fair.
Columbia’s urban core is pedestrian-friendly and taxicabs can be found near the hotels and waterfront. Although the city has a decent bus system, it is scheduled and routed to meet the needs of local citizens and tourist destinations are not well served. Many tourists choose to rent a car, particularly if planning to visit the city’s surrounding parklands.
A small, convenient transport hub, Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is one of a few entry points for visitors to the ‘Palmetto State’ of South Carolina.
Flights to Columbia Metropolitan Airport are operated by American carriers offering short connections to bigger, international airports such as Chicago O’Hare, New York’s LaGuardia, and Washington-Dulles.
South Carolina is often overlooked as a major tourist destination, but it is a beautiful state, offering plenty of outdoor activities, and down-home southern hospitality. Make sure you check out the Riverbank Botanical Gardens – one of the most beautiful urban parks in the whole of North America.