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Cheapest round-trip
$207
Typical prices: $83-$271
American Airlines
Tue 2/6Fri 2/9
CAE - FLL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$104
Typical prices: $48-$358
American Airlines
Sun 11/25
CAE - FLL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbia and Fort Lauderdale. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 21% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $433 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 4h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale (CAE-FLL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale

Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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3:30 pm - 9:48 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-FLL Fort Lauderdale
6h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:43 am - 12:25 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$207American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 11:30 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-FLL Fort Lauderdale
6h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:35 am - 10:07 amFLL  Fort Lauderdale-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$207Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
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5:40 pm - 12:45 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-FLL Fort Lauderdale
7h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:35 am - 11:08 amFLL  Fort Lauderdale-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$207Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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5:35 am - 9:30 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-FLL Fort Lauderdale
3h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:35 am - 11:08 amFLL  Fort Lauderdale-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$207Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
United Airlines Logo
10:16 am - 3:55 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-FLL Fort Lauderdale
5h 39m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:55 am - 2:17 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 22m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$267United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
8:28 pm - 12:39 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-FLL Fort Lauderdale
4h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
3:56 pm - 10:05 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$280American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:23 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-FLL Fort Lauderdale
4h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
3:56 pm - 8:03 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 07m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$280American Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Fri, Jan 1
American Airlines Logo
8:34 pm - 12:20 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-FLL Fort Lauderdale
3h 46m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:01 am - 12:20 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$292American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
United Airlines Logo
2:29 pm - 10:36 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-FLL Fort Lauderdale
8h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:40 pm - 7:23 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
24h 43m2 stops Cleveland Hopkins Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$487United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
2:29 pm - 11:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-FLL Fort Lauderdale
9h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:35 pm - 2:27 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
22h 52m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$506United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to Fort Lauderdale flights

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale typically range from $83 to $271. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $207, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 336% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale at $84 round-trip.
•June ($460) and September ($408) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 447% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale the cheapest?

Flights from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale are cheapest 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Columbia to Fort Lauderdale flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$104
Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 88% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale

When to book flights from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Columbia to Fort Lauderdale?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale.

  • How long is a flight from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale?

    A nonstop flight from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale takes 00m, covering 547 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale?

    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 Columbia to Fort Lauderdale flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale range from $83 to $271, with an average of $106 over the past 12 months. Anything below $83 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Columbia to Fort Lauderdale flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 43% above the $106 route average. Book 3 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $91 round-trip, compared to $433 via a layover through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Allegiant Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale 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 $207 to $1,172. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $318, which is 254% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL)?

    Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Budget
    • Dollar

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

    Flights from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale usually depart from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) and arrive at Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 1% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 82% on flights from Columbia to Fort Lauderdale. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $84 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $463, a difference of $379.

    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 Columbia to Fort Lauderdale?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 18m, compared with 4h 39m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 6h 52m via Newark (EWR).

  • What popular places can I visit in Fort Lauderdale?

    Some of the most popular sights in Fort Lauderdale are Las Olas Beach, Las Olas Boulevard and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park. These are among the most viewed places in Fort Lauderdale on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Columbia to Fort Lauderdale 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $84, about $379 less than Wednesday fares (82% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 3 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to Fort Lauderdale trip for February. Fares historically average $84 round-trip in that month - typically $376 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Fort Lauderdale Airport.

    • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft. Lauderdale Airport/Cruise By IHG
    • Crowne Plaza Ft. Lauderdale Airport/Cruise By IHG
    • Hyatt Place Ft Lauderdale Cruise Port

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