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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $328-$498
American Airlines
Mon 2/26Fri 3/2
CAE - MCI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$284
Typical prices: $220-$363
Delta
Fri 11/2
CAE - MCI • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Columbia and Kansas City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $154 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to Kansas City (CAE-MCI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Kansas City

Fri, Feb 26 - Tue, Mar 2
American Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 10:48 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
6h 03m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
11:18 am - 7:05 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 47m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$319American Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 22
United Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 2:31 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
5h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 11:42 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 57m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$319United Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Thu, Dec 31
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:02 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
5h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
10:15 am - 6:35 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 20m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$333American Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Dec 21
Delta Logo
5:35 am - 9:24 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
4h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 2:17 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12
Delta Logo
11:28 am - 4:26 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
5h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 10:43 amMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 11:30 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
6h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:44 pm - 11:47 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 7
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:51 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
6h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:07 pm - 11:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 5
United Airlines Logo
10:22 am - 4:02 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
6h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:26 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$359United Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 5
United Airlines Logo
10:23 am - 5:43 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
8h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:26 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$364United Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Mon, Nov 30
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:46 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
5h 46m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 11:57 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 22m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$399American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to Kansas City flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Columbia to Kansas City with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Kansas City start at $319. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $328 to $498. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319 on American Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to Kansas City, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 139% 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 Kansas City?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to Kansas City at $308 round-trip.
  • April ($1,066) and June ($847) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 246% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Columbia to Kansas City flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$284
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Columbia to Kansas City

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Your Columbia to Kansas City 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 Kansas City?

    Flights from Columbia to Kansas City usually depart from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) and arrive at Kansas City (MCI).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbia to Kansas City.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 72% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 60% on the Columbia to Kansas City route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $342 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $847, a difference of $505. 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 Kansas City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Kansas City are Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City Convention Center and Worlds of Fun. These are among the most viewed places in Kansas City on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Columbia to Kansas City?

    A nonstop flight from Columbia to Kansas City takes 0h 00m, covering 838 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia to Kansas City?

    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 Kansas City 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 $319 to $2,270. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbia to Kansas City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $514, which is 91% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 48m, compared with 4h 50m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 16m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What is the time difference between Columbia and Kansas City?

    Kansas City is 1 hour behind Columbia (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Kansas City Airport (MCI)?

    Kansas City Airport (MCI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to Kansas City range from $328 to $498, with an average of $354 over the past 12 months. Anything below $328 counts as a good deal.

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