Which airports can I use when flying from Erie to Columbia?

Flights from Erie to Columbia usually depart from Erie (ERI) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Erie to Columbia pass through?

Connecting flights from Erie to Columbia most commonly pass through: • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 88% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 13% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 101% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Erie to Columbia?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the Erie to Columbia route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $542 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $760, a difference of $218. 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 Erie to Columbia?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Erie to Columbia. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 53m and 14h 11m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Erie 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.

Have flight prices from Erie 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 $442 to $1,406. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 53m, compared with 14h 11m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include: • Alamo • Thrifty • Dollar • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Erie to Columbia?

American Airlines ($442) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Erie to Columbia in the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Erie to Columbia?

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) is the most popular layover for the Erie to Columbia route. 88% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via CLT.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Erie to Columbia?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $496. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Erie to Columbia which airport offers the shortest layover?

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for Erie to Columbia layovers at 196 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24

6:00 am - 10:33 amERI Erie-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

4h 33m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

4:08 pm - 10:36 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-ERI Erie

6h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$442American Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24

6:00 am - 10:33 amERI Erie-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

4h 33m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

4:08 pm - 10:36 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-ERI Erie

6h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$462American Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30

5:45 am - 9:45 amERI Erie-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

4h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

8:18 am - 12:27 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-ERI Erie

4h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$470American Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24

5:08 pm - 11:56 pmERI Erie-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

6h 48m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:00 am - 11:21 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-ERI Erie

4h 21m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$571American Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22

8:07 am - 11:59 pmERI Erie-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

15h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 11:55 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-ERI Erie

17h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$596American Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24

8:07 am - 6:48 pmERI Erie-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

10h 41m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6:00 am - 11:55 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-ERI Erie

17h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$602American Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24

8:07 am - 6:48 pmERI Erie-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

10h 41m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6:00 am - 11:55 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-ERI Erie

17h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$607American Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24

8:07 am - 6:48 pmERI Erie-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

10h 41m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

12:31 pm - 11:55 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-ERI Erie

11h 24m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl

$612American Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4

5:45 am - 9:45 amERI Erie-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

4h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:00 am - 11:16 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-ERI Erie

4h 16m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$628American Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22

8:07 am - 11:59 pmERI Erie-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

15h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:31 pm - 11:55 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-ERI Erie

11h 24m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl

$687American Airlines

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

Round-trip flights from Erie to Columbia start at $442. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $518 to $624. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $442 on American Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Erie to Columbia?
Flights from Erie to Columbia usually depart from Erie (ERI) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Erie to Columbia?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Erie to Columbia.
Which airports do connecting flights from Erie to Columbia pass through?
Connecting flights from Erie to Columbia most commonly pass through:

• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 88% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 13% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 101% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Erie to Columbia?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the Erie to Columbia route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $542 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $760, a difference of $218. 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 Erie to Columbia?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Erie to Columbia. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 53m and 14h 11m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Erie 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.
Have flight prices from Erie 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 $442 to $1,406. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Erie to Columbia?
Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 53m, compared with 14h 11m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
What car rental options are available at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Alamo
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $542 - about $218 less than Thursday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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