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Cheapest round-trip
$281
Typical prices: $300-$469
American Airlines
Wed 10/24Wed 10/31
BOS - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$284
Typical prices: $280-$370
American Airlines
Sat 3/3
BOS - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Boston and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
5 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 19% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $235 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Shortest trip • 4h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Boston to Columbia (BOS-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Boston to Columbia

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 5:33 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 38m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:23 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BOS Boston Logan Intl
4h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$281American Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Dec 1
Delta Logo
1:45 pm - 8:10 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 1:21 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BOS Boston Logan Intl
6h 21m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$281Delta
Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Dec 1
Delta Logo
4:20 pm - 11:53 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:46 pm - 11:20 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BOS Boston Logan Intl
7h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$281Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 1:14 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:00 pm - 9:08 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BOS Boston Logan Intl
7h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$281Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
7:38 am - 2:24 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 46m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:37 am - 5:24 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BOS Boston Logan Intl
6h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$286United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
12:36 pm - 7:03 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 27m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:16 am - 5:45 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BOS Boston Logan Intl
7h 29m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
$291United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
American Airlines Logo
11:08 am - 6:12 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 04m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
3:10 pm - 9:46 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BOS Boston Logan Intl
6h 36m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$310American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Oct 30
American Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 5:06 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 06m1 stop New York LaGuardia
American Airlines Logo
3:28 pm - 10:33 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BOS Boston Logan Intl
7h 05m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$310American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
9:50 am - 2:49 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 59m1 stop New York LaGuardia
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:10 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BOS Boston Logan Intl
4h 10m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$310American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
United Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 2:17 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 57m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:54 pm - 11:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-BOS Boston Logan Intl
4h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$344United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Boston to Columbia flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Boston to Columbia?

Round-trip flights from Boston to Columbia typically range from $300 to $469. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $281, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Boston to Columbia?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Boston to Columbia. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 49% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Boston to Columbia?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Boston to Columbia at $290 round-trip.
•December ($476) and November ($476) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Boston to Columbia the cheapest?

Flights from Boston to Columbia are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Boston to Columbia flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$281
Beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Boston to Columbia

When to book flights from Boston to Columbia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Boston to Columbia based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Boston to Columbia flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Boston to Columbia?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Boston to Columbia:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Boston to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Boston to Columbia takes 00m, covering 799 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Boston to Columbia?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Boston to Columbia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Boston to Columbia range from $300 to $469, with an average of $358 over the past 12 months. Anything below $300 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Boston to Columbia flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $358 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Boston to Columbia changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $281 to $1,393. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Boston to Columbia looking right now?

    One-way fares from Boston to Columbia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $284, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?

    Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Boston to Columbia?

    Flights from Boston to Columbia usually depart from Boston Logan Intl (BOS) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Boston to Columbia pass through?

    One-stop flights from Boston to Columbia most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • New York LaGuardia (LGA) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 15% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Boston to Columbia?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Boston to Columbia. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $288 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $536, a difference of $248.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Boston to Columbia?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 14m, compared with 4h 20m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 4h 34m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

Your guide to booking Boston to Columbia flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $288, about $248 less than Tuesday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Boston to Columbia trip for February. Fares historically average $290 round-trip in that month - typically $186 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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