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Cheapest round-trip
$299
Typical prices: $367-$558
United Airlines
Wed 10/3Sat 10/6
CAE - TPA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$264
Typical prices: $288-$399
United Airlines
Tue 2/6
CAE - TPA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbia and Tampa. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 29% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $218 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 3h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to Tampa (CAE-TPA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Tampa

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
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10:23 am - 3:16 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
4h 53m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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9:00 am - 2:26 pmTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 26m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$299United Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 10
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10:12 am - 3:04 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
4h 52m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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9:06 am - 2:16 pmTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 10m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$319United Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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10:23 am - 3:16 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
4h 53m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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9:00 am - 2:26 pmTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 26m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$319United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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10:23 am - 3:28 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
5h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:30 am - 2:17 pmTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 47m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$319United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
American Airlines Logo
11:03 am - 6:01 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
6h 58m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:00 am - 12:19 pmTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$367American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
10:10 am - 3:32 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
5h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:49 pm - 5:14 pmTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$377Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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10:10 am - 1:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
3h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:36 pm - 5:14 pmTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$377Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Thu, Oct 29
American Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 12:35 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
4h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 12:19 pmTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 49m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$377American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
Delta Logo
5:35 am - 10:15 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
4h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:20 pm - 11:51 pmTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$377Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:15 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
4h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:35 am - 12:17 pmTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$377American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to Tampa flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Tampa start at $299. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $367 to $558. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $299 on United Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to Tampa, it is 25% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% 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 Tampa?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to Tampa at $326 round-trip.
  • October ($536) and November ($534) 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.

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Key details for Columbia to Tampa flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$264
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Columbia to Tampa

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

    Flights from Columbia to Tampa usually depart from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 66% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 5% 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 Tampa?

    On the Columbia to Tampa route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 36%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $347 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $534: a $187 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Tampa?

    Some of the most popular sights in Tampa are Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Convention Center and Tampa Riverwalk. These are among the most viewed places in Tampa on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Columbia to Tampa?

    A nonstop flight from Columbia to Tampa takes 0h 00m, covering 420 miles.

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

    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 Tampa 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 $299 to $1,881. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbia to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $284, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 54m, compared with 4h 08m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 19m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What car rental options are available at Tampa Airport (TPA)?

    Tampa Airport (TPA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Priceless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to Tampa range from $367 to $558, with an average of $461 over the past 12 months. Anything below $367 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbia to Tampa 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 Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $347 - about $187 less than Monday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to Tampa trip for February. Fares historically average $326 round-trip in that month - typically $210 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tampa Airport.
    - La Quinta Inn Tampa Airport Stadium Westshore
    - Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
    - Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore

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