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Cheapest round-trip
$311
Typical prices: $298-$418
Delta
Tue 4/3Sat 4/7
CMH - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$160
Typical prices: $287-$399
American Airlines
Thu 11/22
CMH - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $324 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Columbia (CMH-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Columbia

Sat, Apr 3 - Wed, Apr 7
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3:50 pm - 7:52 pmCMH  Columbus-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 11:35 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-CMH Columbus
4h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$311Delta
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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2:31 pm - 8:10 pmCMH  Columbus-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:05 pm - 10:23 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-CMH Columbus
4h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$334Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:04 am - 10:19 amCMH  Columbus-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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8:28 pm - 11:57 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-CMH Columbus
3h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$344American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:00 am - 10:13 amCMH  Columbus-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 13m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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5:21 pm - 8:45 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-CMH Columbus
3h 24m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$349American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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6:09 am - 12:13 pmCMH  Columbus-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 04m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:01 am - 1:06 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-CMH Columbus
7h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$349American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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2:31 pm - 8:10 pmCMH  Columbus-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:05 pm - 10:23 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-CMH Columbus
4h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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8:05 am - 1:14 pmCMH  Columbus-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:35 am - 10:17 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-CMH Columbus
4h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
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9:00 am - 4:58 pmCMH  Columbus-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:05 am - 4:52 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-CMH Columbus
6h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$401United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
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9:00 am - 1:50 pmCMH  Columbus-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:26 pm - 8:32 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-CMH Columbus
6h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$401United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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2:13 pm - 9:02 pmCMH  Columbus-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:37 pm - 10:27 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-CMH Columbus
4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$439United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Columbia typically range from $298 to $418. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $311, on Delta.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Columbia?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Columbia at $297 round-trip.
•November ($531) and July ($418) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 78% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Columbus Airport to Columbia flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$160
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Columbus Airport to Columbia

When to book flights from Columbus to Columbia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Columbia based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbus Airport to Columbia 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 Columbus Airport to Columbia?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Columbus Airport to Columbia:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Columbia takes 00m, covering 429 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport to Columbia?

    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 Columbus Airport to Columbia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Columbia range from $298 to $418, with an average of $346 over the past 12 months. Anything below $298 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to Columbia 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 $311 to $1,545. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Columbia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $280, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?

    Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $70 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus Airport to Columbia?

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Columbia usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus Airport to Columbia?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 68% on flights from Columbus Airport to Columbia. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $298 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $913, a difference of $615.

    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 Columbus Airport to Columbia?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 46m, compared with 3h 55m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 4h via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to Columbia 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $298, about $615 less than Sunday fares (67% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Columbia trip for May. Fares historically average $297 round-trip in that month - typically $234 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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