Cheap flights to Columbia, SC from $89

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CMH — CAE
Apr 29 — May 61

Flights to Columbia in 2024

Find the latest flights to Columbia in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,086,534 searches and data was last updated on April 24, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$408

Round-trip from

$235

One-way from

$113
High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From New York to Columbia Metropolitan
One-way flight from New York to Columbia Metropolitan (CAE)

Cheap flights to Columbia in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Columbia in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,086,534 searches and data was last updated on April 24, 2024.
The following deals offer some of the lowest prices we've found on flights heading to Columbia in April and May 2024. If these deals fall outside of your budget, be sure to come back soon as prices update often.
Sun 5/265:45 pmDCA - CAE
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Thu 5/305:05 pmCAE - DCA
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/23$196
Wed 5/228:22 amDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/306:10 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$203
Thu 5/307:00 amORD - CAE
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Tue 6/45:05 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Deal found 4/23$208
Wed 5/2211:49 amDCA - CAE
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/306:10 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$212
Sat 5/1812:30 pmIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/2610:00 amCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$216
Wed 5/228:19 amORD - CAE
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/298:02 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$218
Sun 5/265:45 pmDCA - CAE
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Wed 5/295:05 pmCAE - DCA
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/23$222
Tue 5/2112:29 pmIAD - CAE
1 stop5h 24mDelta
Thu 5/306:43 pmCAE - IAD
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Deal found 4/23$222
Thu 5/306:20 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/48:02 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$224

Columbia 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Columbia in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,086,534 searches and data were last updated on April 24, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals to Columbia in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Mon 7/18:56 amDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/56:24 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$177
Mon 7/17:16 pmDCA - CAE
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/57:35 pmCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$185
Sun 5/265:45 pmDCA - CAE
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Thu 5/305:05 pmCAE - DCA
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/23$196
Wed 5/228:22 amDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/306:10 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$203
Thu 5/307:00 amORD - CAE
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Tue 6/45:05 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Deal found 4/23$208
Wed 6/51:45 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/116:30 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$209
Wed 5/2211:49 amDCA - CAE
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/306:10 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$212
Sat 5/1812:30 pmIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/2610:00 amCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$216
Wed 5/228:19 amORD - CAE
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/298:02 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$218

Flights to Columbia departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Columbia, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,086,534 searches and data was last updated on April 24, 2024.
Users traveling to Columbia last-minute should check out these flights departing soon. Make sure the flight you book matches the day, time, and destination you're looking for.
Wed 5/12:55 pmEWR - CAE
1 stop4h 34mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/26:21 amCAE - EWR
1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$303
Wed 5/12:51 pmLGA - CAE
Nonstop2h 12mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/22:34 pmCAE - LGA
1 stop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$305
Wed 5/12:51 pmLGA - CAE
Nonstop2h 12mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/37:56 pmCAE - LGA
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$312
Wed 5/16:19 amLGA - CAE
1 stop3h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/35:19 amCAE - LGA
1 stop3h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$314
Tue 4/302:45 pmJFK - CAE
1 stop4h 23mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/35:19 amCAE - JFK
1 stop4h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$314
Wed 5/16:00 amLGA - CAE
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/37:56 pmCAE - LGA
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$320
Wed 5/12:51 pmLGA - CAE
Nonstop2h 12mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/35:17 pmCAE - LGA
Nonstop1h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$325
Mon 4/292:30 pmLGA - CAE
Nonstop2h 17mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/35:19 amCAE - LGA
1 stop3h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$326
Mon 4/292:45 pmLGA - CAE
1 stop4h 44mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/36:21 amCAE - LGA
1 stop7h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$333

One-way flights to Columbia

Explore one-way flight options to Columbia for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,086,534 searches and data was last updated on April 24, 2024.
Consider booking one of these one-way flights heading to Columbia. Reserve a round-trip flight to Columbia instead by utilizing the search form above.
Sun 5/266:20 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$89
Sun 5/265:50 pmIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$89
Sun 5/269:00 amDCA - CAE
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/22$98
Wed 9/118:20 amORD - CAE
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$113
Sat 5/185:03 amEWR - CAE
1 stop3h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$113
Tue 5/218:00 amJFK - CAE
1 stop4h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$113
Tue 5/1410:17 pmDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$115
Tue 5/1412:30 pmIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$115
Sat 5/256:20 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$120

Direct flights to Columbia

Mon 7/18:56 amDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/56:24 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$177
Wed 5/228:22 amDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/306:10 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$203
Sat 5/1812:30 pmIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/2610:00 amCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$216
Tue 7/98:20 pmLGA - CAE
Nonstop2h 15mDelta
Fri 7/124:14 pmCAE - LGA
Nonstop2h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/23$229
Sat 5/186:00 pmDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/217:49 pmCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$229
Wed 5/1512:30 pmIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/2210:00 amCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$229
Mon 5/2710:17 pmDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/316:10 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$233
Wed 5/88:05 pmLGA - CAE
Nonstop2h 14mDelta
Wed 5/155:05 pmCAE - LGA
Nonstop2h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/23$234
Sun 5/2612:40 pmIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 34mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/3010:00 amCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$237

Average price of flights to Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Columbia is currently $107 while a round-trip flight costs $220. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

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 $429). 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

$414

May

$429

June

$414

July

$395

August

$359

September

$364

October

$370

November

$378

December

$341

Temperature and rainfall in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CAE

Temperature

44.6 - 82.4 °F

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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to Columbia. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Columbia, you should look to book at least 51 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip to Columbia. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Columbia should consider flying on Sunday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Monday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbia. 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 Columbia. Reviews last updated April 24, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines to Columbia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
11,004 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

8.1
Very good
11,004 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,004 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

7.5
Good
2,991 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,004 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

7.4
Good
11,272 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,004 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

7.3
Good
14,898 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,004 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

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.

Best Time to Fly to Columbia, SC

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.

Getting around Columbia, SC

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.

Columbia, SC airport overview

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.

  • What does CAE mean?

    This is defined as Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE). Codes like CAE are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Columbia?

    Travelers will need to book flights to Metropolitan (CAE) if they wish to fly to Columbia. The Columbia airport is 6.5 mi from the city center. Booking flights from New York to Columbia Metropolitan should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily flight from 4 different airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Columbia if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Columbia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Columbia?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Columbia.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Columbia?

    Columbia Metropolitan Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Columbia. One-way flights to Columbia Metropolitan Airport typically cost $111, while round-trip flights cost around $188.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Columbia?

    A round-trip flight to Columbia will typically cost around $377, however they can be found for as little as $188.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Columbia depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Columbia, Charlotte offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 56 minutes).

  • Which airport is closest to North Charleston Coliseum?

    If being close to Columbia is important to you, you’ll want to land at Charleston Airport.

  • Does Columbia Metropolitan Airport have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Columbia Metropolitan Airport can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Columbia Metropolitan Airport?

    Yes. Columbia Metropolitan Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbia Airport is the closest property to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (1.0 mi away from Columbia Metropolitan Airport).

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