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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $310-$485
American Airlines
Wed 10/10Wed 10/17
CAE - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$274
Typical prices: $269-$378
United Airlines
Tue 11/27
CAE - DTW • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbia and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 20% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Cheapest • Avg $318 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 4h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to Detroit (CAE-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Detroit

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:00 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:05 am - 3:38 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 33m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$339American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
11:03 am - 4:19 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 16m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 10:34 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 24m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$339American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
United Airlines Logo
5:38 pm - 10:15 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 9:59 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 14m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$339United Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Dec 21
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:14 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:17 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 17m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$339American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:06 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:41 am - 10:37 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$339American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
10:16 am - 6:28 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 12m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 9:59 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 14m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$344United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
5:11 pm - 10:15 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:35 am - 3:08 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$353Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
7:19 pm - 12:58 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:20 am - 9:30 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$353Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 21
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 10:27 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
9:25 am - 1:14 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$353Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
United Airlines Logo
10:22 am - 3:27 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:30 am - 2:26 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$359United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport start at $339. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $310 to $485. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, it is 17% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 22% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $288 round-trip.
•March ($497) and August ($444) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 72% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$274
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
Flight from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from Columbia to Detroit

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flights from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 52% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 32% on the Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $301 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $439, a difference of $138. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Greektown Casino, Ford Field and Comerica Park. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 584 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 $339 to $1,901. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $311, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 05m, compared with 4h 18m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 19m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What car rental options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $310 to $485, with an average of $359 over the past 12 months. Anything below $310 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $301 - about $138 less than Friday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for October. Fares historically average $288 round-trip in that month - typically $209 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
    - The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport

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