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Cheapest round-trip
$389
Typical prices: $432-$582
American Airlines
Mon 10/22Fri 10/26
CAE - LEX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$274
Typical prices: $338-$394
United Airlines
Sun 10/14
CAE - LEX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbia and Lexington. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 37% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $325 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 3h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to Lexington (CAE-LEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Lexington

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 11:57 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 27m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:58 pm - 11:59 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$389American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
Delta Logo
6:05 pm - 11:58 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:21 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$389Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 1:00 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:00 am - 1:50 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$389United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
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5:38 pm - 11:55 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:11 am - 4:57 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$389United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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2:29 pm - 10:32 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
8h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 2:27 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
9h 27m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$394United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
United Airlines Logo
5:38 pm - 11:55 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:26 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$394United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:44 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 8:27 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 27m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$508American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
6:51 am - 1:01 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 10m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
8:11 pm - 11:53 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$565American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 10
Delta Logo
5:35 am - 11:48 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:59 pm - 11:51 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$565Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
11:03 am - 6:24 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
7h 21m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:27 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 27m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$621American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to Lexington flights

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Lexington start at $389. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $432 to $582. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $389 on American Airlines.

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Key details for Columbia to Lexington flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$274
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 21% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flight from Columbia to Lexington

When to book flights from Columbia to Lexington

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

    Flights from Columbia to Lexington usually depart from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) and arrive at Lexington Blue Grass (LEX).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbia to Lexington.

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 6% 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 Lexington?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 48% on the Columbia to Lexington route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $325 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $625, a difference of $300. 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 long is a flight from Columbia to Lexington?

    A nonstop flight from Columbia to Lexington takes 0h 00m, covering 343 miles.

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

    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 Lexington 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 $389 to $1,474. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbia to Lexington are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $364.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 44m, compared with 3h 45m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 42m via Philadelphia (PHL).

  • What car rental options are available at Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX)?

    Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to Lexington range from $432 to $582, with an average of $516 over the past 12 months. Anything below $432 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbia to Lexington 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 Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $325 - about $300 less than Monday (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to Lexington trip for January. Fares historically average $325 round-trip in that month - typically $348 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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