Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Columbia travel guide

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You're Going to Love Columbia

With a population of 34,681, Columbia is a must-see destination in Tennessee, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Columbia deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Columbia

If you’re looking for affordable options, Puckett's Columbia (15 Public Square) and Rue 6 (109 E 6th St) are great picks.

When to visit Columbia

Columbia in December
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Columbia in December
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Columbia in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 37.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.7″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Columbia, with an average rainfall of 3.3″.

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How to Get to Columbia

Plane

Although Columbia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nashville Airport (BNA), which is located 40 miles from Columbia. Nashville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, JetBlue, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Columbia departs from Cedar Rapids and takes around 1h 27m.

Car

Another option to get to Columbia is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 198 miles from Columbia. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Columbia, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Columbia takes 225 miles and will cost you around $51. From West Memphis, the ticket costs about $80 for a journey of 235 miles.

Plane

Although Columbia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nashville Airport (BNA), which is located 40 miles from Columbia. Nashville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, JetBlue, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Columbia departs from Cedar Rapids and takes around 1h 27m.

Car

Another option to get to Columbia is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 198 miles from Columbia. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Columbia, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Columbia takes 225 miles and will cost you around $51. From West Memphis, the ticket costs about $80 for a journey of 235 miles.

Airports near Columbia

BNANashville Intl
MSLFlorence Muscle Shoals
HSVHuntsville

Airlines serving Columbia

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
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Where to stay in Columbia

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Columbia and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia.

Where to stay in popular areas of Columbia

Most booked hotels in Columbia

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Holiday Inn Express Columbia
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 277 reviews)
$131+
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Comfort Suites
2 stars
Good (7.7, 585 reviews)
$126+
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Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Mt. Pleasant
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$106+
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Baymont Inn and Suites Columbia Maury
2 stars
Good (6.8, 491 reviews)
$97+
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Quality Inn Columbia
2 stars
Good (6.4, 524 reviews)
$91+
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Sleep Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (6.4, 659 reviews)
$112+
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Renting a car in Columbia

Renting a car in Columbia costs $43 per day, on average, or $85 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 77% cheaper than airport locations in Columbia.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Columbia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Columbia is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Columbia costs $43 per day, on average, or $85 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 77% cheaper than airport locations in Columbia.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Columbia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Columbia is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Columbia

Mini

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$35/day

Mini

Supplier choice

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$40/day

Supplier choice
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