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Where can I fly from Columbia?Prices from CAE, departing Fri 9/11 and returning Fri 9/18
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights from Columbia

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Columbia to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

Which are the most popular places to fly to from Columbia?

The domestic destinations KAYAK users have most searched for when searching for flights from Columbia.

Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular place to fly from Columbia is New York (18% of total searches). The next most popular destinations are Chicago (9%) and Washington, D.C. (8%).

What are the most popular international flights out of Columbia?

The international destinations KAYAK users have most searched for when searching for flights from Columbia.

There are many international destinations you can fly to from Columbia. The most popular international destinations among KAYAK users are Tokyo, Cancún and Milan.

Which cities can I fly to direct from Columbia?

There are loads of places you can fly direct to from Columbia. The most popular destinations for direct flights among KAYAK users are Chicago and Washington, D.C.. On average, the cheapest of these destinations on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks for a return flight was Chicago at $258, while the most expensive was Washington, D.C., at $414.

What is the longest direct flight from Columbia?

The longest direct flight you can take from Columbia is to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, with a duration of 2h 45m. The next longest is Chicago at 2h 38m, followed by a flight to New York at 2h 10m.

What are the cheapest places to fly to from Columbia?

The cheapest destination for a flight from Columbia found on KAYAK in the last two weeks was Orlando and cost $40. The next cheapest destinations were Washington, D.C. at $168 and Atlanta at $178.

Good to know

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$163
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from Columbia to New York LaGuardia Airport

FAQs for booking flights out of Columbia

  • What lounges are available at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?

    Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has only one lounge for travelers who wish to wind up before their flight from Columbia. The USO Lounge at the Airport Atrium is available free of charge to active service members and their families.

  • How do I connect to International flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?

    The best option is to connect to one of the major international airports and take a connecting flight to your preferred destination. The closest major airport is Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). You’ll also find non-stop flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to other major airports.

  • Are there alternative airports to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?

    The closest airports to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) are Augusta Regional Airport (AGS), Florence Regional Airport (FLO), Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), Charleston International Airport (CHS), and Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport (GSP).

  • Can I find eco-friendly flights from Columbia?

    Consider booking American Airlines, which has flights from Columbia to different domestic destinations with reduced carbon emissions. For instance, the direct American Airlines flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) emits 7% less CO₂ than most flights on the route. Delta Airlines and United Airlines have eco-friendly flights on specific flights from Columbia. 

  • What is Columbia also known as?

    Columbia Metropolitan Airport’s airport code is CAE. It can also be referred to as Columbia Metropolitan, Metropolitan.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Columbia?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Columbia.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Columbia?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Columbia is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Columbia?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to your destination with an airline and back to Columbia with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Columbia?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Columbia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight out of Columbia

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from Columbia to the following destinations at these prices or less: Atlanta $294 one-way - $363 round-trip; Charlotte $282 one-way - $390 round-trip; Chicago $327 one-way - $311 round-trip
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is the primary commercial airport in Columbia, SC, serving Columbia and the Midlands region. The airport serves domestic flights to different cities within the U.S. Major airlines with flights from CAE include American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and United Airlines.
  • Multiple airlines have non-stop flights from Columbia to other cities in the U.S. Popular non-stop destinations for flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) include Charlotte (CLT), Chicago (ORD), Dallas/Ft. Worth (DFW), Philadelphia (PHL), Washington (IAD), Washington (DCA), Atlanta (ATL), and New York (LGA). There are seasonal non-stop flights from the airport to Miami (MIA) operated by American Airlines, mostly during the summer months.
  • Layover cities for connecting flights from Columbia to other regions in the U.S. depend on the airline and flight routes. Charlotte (CLT) is the most popular layover city for one-stop flights from Columbia to other areas in the U.S. Other layovers for one-stop flights from Columbia include Atlanta (ATL), Dallas/Ft. Worth (DFW), Chicago (ORD), Washington (IAD), and Philadelphia (PHL).
  • Since there are limited public transportation options from downtown Columbia and the Midlands region to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), a taxi is the best transportation mode to the airport. You can take a taxi that will drop you at the airport’s main Terminal. Ridesharing apps like Uber and Lyft are another option.
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is ADA-compliant. Travelers with reduced mobility will have an easy time flying through the airport, thanks to different public facilities, programs, and services that help them move around the airport. You’ll find elevators, accessible restrooms, accessible parking spaces, and wheelchair services. Contact your airline at least 48 hours before your trip for availability. Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has adopted the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program to assist travelers with a hidden disability.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Columbia to Worldwide

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Columbia to Worldwide? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.3
Japan AirlinesOverall score based on 1901 reviews
8.4Boarding
8.7Crew
7.8Entertainment
7.7Food
8.2Comfort
Airline reviews

Since I traveled on my birthday, they gave me a gift and a card. How thoughtful and caring.

10.0 ExcellentChris, Aug 2026
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Since I traveled on my birthday, they gave me a gift and a card. How thoughtful and caring.

I missed the flight. I never got on. That sucked.

Great. Better than average US carriers on overseas flights. Still room for improvement to rise up the average Asian and Middle East airlines.

Our flight was canceled, then they moved us to a different flight number yet we didn’t receive notifications timely. We had to find out the latest on our own / later AA sent a text with the updated info..

They didn't tell me they changed my flight. So I got confused on what happened to my flight.

It was just a short flight. The crew was nice. No major issue.

It was good overall. What I liked most was the restrooms. Compared to other airlines, the restrooms seem larger and look clean. The seats also look clean. The attendants are nice, except one time during the flight. I was sitting on aisle and a man sitting window. He asked an attendant for a snack. She told him to go ahead and get some snack from the section with food storage (I am not sure how it is called). So, I had to get up to let him get out from his seat. Why she did not bring him some snacks so that I would not have to move, I do not know... I was kind of surprised how inconsiderate the attendant was.

Overall, it was ok. The attendants are nice. It was a short flight, and I did not use the restrooms. What I was frustrated was the check-in. I was to fly from ATL to Chicago (American) then change to Japan Airline to go to Japan. I checked in, but I only got a boarding pass for the flight from Atlanta to Chicago. It said I would need to check in for a flight to Japan on Japan Airline site. When I tried to check in on JAL website, it said I need to check in American... It was very confusing.

JOKE of a company with the most Ridiculous policies. JAL is amazing, KAYAK/UNDERPRICER is the worst company I have ever dealt with, NEVER AGAIN

Absolutely WORST experience I’ve ever hard NEVER buy your airline ticket through a third party website, especially this one. Basically stole $1300 from me and has the WORST policy taking a WEEK to change a name on the reservation? A complete joke of a company.

Pushing back flight and ultimately cancelling it after multiple changes and hours of delays. Comm were terrible as to what was going on and what options were available.

Even though we arrived early and checked in, for some unexplained reason, our bags were removed from the plane and put on the next flight. It took over 12 hours after arriving to get our bags.

Delta staff was exceptionally helpful and considerate. However, the first two of three flight legs were delayed making connections tentative and stressful.

This wasn't my experience with Delta. It was just the Pegasus flight. Seats were very hard. Staff was kinda rough. Not very nice. Charged me for snacks. For a 4 hour flight I would've expected more.

I had a flight cancel and had it rerouted. When the rerouted they put me at a window seat instead of an isle. It was hard sitting by the window because the couple with masks on were making out. I get motion sickness which is why I need to have the isle seat.

They ended up paying for the bag twice, but the counter wouldn't take my baggage receipt. Left it to me to resolve. Not sure how to resolve the issue.

The plane was old with small storage areas that had problems closing/latching and not enough storage for everyone, and worn, damaged seats. Service was great but feel a little unsafe on such well used planes.

I just can’t understand why are you sell to many tickets ???? We had to wait 2 hours before 13 people from our flight take money and go to next day flight!

The only real hiccups in the flight were things beyond Delta’s control - turbulence which delayed food service and a departure delay caused by some VIP plane which stopped all departures and landings for 30 minutes - and was never explained to us by the crew. Otherwise good flight. I would fly Delta again.

The plane was frigid, and leaked water from the ceiling all over me and my seat.

This flight has a history of leaving late, however, I was pleasantly surprised that it was not delayed this day. The flight went smooth, except I was in a window seat and the wall and my feet were freezing. I found it difficult to sleep due to being so cold, I also was using 2 provided UAL blankets and could not get my feet warm. This was annoying, but I still made it there on time and safe.

Staff didn't seem confident about the ingredients in my lactose intolerance meal

the seat has a problem. the back had a hole.

The back to back mechanical delays from Denver to San Diego and then on my return flight from Denver to Great Falls it added extra time both ways

Really old place. Not as clean as it should be, tray tables needed better cleaning. The items, trays and some other items need to b6 engineered. Anything task you or crew may do is incredibly load, seriously engineer for quiet smooth, easy. Just opening and closing the tray table is actually dangerous and can easily injure a finger. I'm sure it happens as it happened to me! First time I used United and likely will be the last!

Even through the flight was delayed due to storms near IAH The flight was great! The crew was so hospitable and professional

United Airlines is my preferred airlines and I am thankful for Gary who also help support me on the phone to switch my flight literally last min.

The flight was on time. I generally don’t drink or eat on short flights and the seats were good and the flight attendants were friendly. That’s all I expect

The attendant were friendly. I suggest you have a medical attendant on board every flight so that in case someone is sick , he/she will help them.

The flight and boarding were easy peasy. I was traveling with my 4-year-old, so a smooth boarding experience was especially appreciated. My only piece of feedback is really about where our gate was in O'Hare. They've shoved four gates into a tiny corner of the B terminal and there isn't early enough room or seating for everyone. Not United's problem, but did dent the overall experience.

It was poor a four hour delay and no explanation for the delay. What’s a 35 dollars going to do. It also made me miss my car rental,

It was on time. Flight was comfortable. Staff was nice. It was the way a flight should always be.

The price was the only good thing about this flight. It was scary during takeoff when the plane tilted side to side. It made me feel very nervous as I have never had a take-off that unsmooth. There was no on-flight movie or music options and the only complimentary option was water. Other airlines offer trail mix or a caramel cookie and pop options as complimentary. This flight was a 2.5 hour flight. I understand for shorter flights not having options, but a flight 2 hours or longer should offer more complimentary options and in flight entertainment. Also the seats did not recline and for a longer flight reclining seats are a must for comfort.

A very pleasant flight but it would be greatly improved with wifi to help entertain kids

This is a no frills, get it done, efficient airline. The seat is a lawn chair. You better bring your own entertainment. If you want something other than water you need to pay for it. But they will get you to your destination quickly, on time, and then they will turn the flight around and go right back where they came from. Reliably. Couple times a week tops. If it fits into your schedule, you can’t get there cheaper or faster.

A three hour delay to board and then another hour on the tarmac because they couldn't get a tractor? Ugh.

Allegiant canceled the flight. The flight the next day was full. Allegiant did not provide any compensation besides a refund. Last time on Allegiant.

Seats were very uncomfortable and being charged for snacks and water.........

Allegiant actually impressed me, original inbound flight from PBG was so late they gave us a bird inbound from Des Moines and only left 1h late and gained 40 minutes back in the air. Comfortable flight with no frills but no complaints.

First time flying with them and will definitely fly again in the future. Crew was so nice and friendly, fought was seamless. They are simple planes, no entertainment, but it’s fine for a short flight or if you have personal devices Rates are competitive, and they did so well with keeping the flight on time after a tropical storm, where other airlines had delays and cancellations.

Very good I can’t complain one bit. Thank you American Airlines for making my flight enjoyable and safe!

Flight was fine, but not having WiFi was a major negative

Everything was excellent and I enjoyed myself. Thank for everything

One of our group members was struggling to walk. In Charlotte we asked for a wheelchair and she was accompanied by Desmond. I was impressed by his patience and attention. In Boston she received the same service. I didn’t get the name of the helper but she went above and beyond in assisting us. A great AA service

I was trying to take 2 one and a half hour one way trips and I experienced almost 20 delays over the course of those two trips. Only a few of them were due to weather the rest was disorganization

Would have thought that they would gas up plane before everyone got on board

The flights were terribly delayed and then cancelled which forced us booking another night at the hotel. Very poor management from American Airlines

When my flight was delayed due to weather, I was rebooked to another flight since it showed that I would miss my connection. It was a lot of work to get back onto my originally connecting flight which was also delayed. That part caused a lot of stress and frustration. The ticketing agent at the desk was not very helpful.

American switched my flight to a 5 hour layover then cancelled my whole reservation with no notice and refused refund. Won’t fly with them again.

Long flight delay from gate and in airplane due to maintenance issues then pilot switch. Why board us on the plane if they know we would need to switch pilots? We could easily have stayed another 90 min in the terminal despite already being there 3 hours.

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