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Cheapest round-trip
$404
Typical prices: $308-$465
United Airlines
Wed 12/5Sun 12/9
MDT - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$264
Typical prices: $227-$437
American Airlines
Mon 10/1
MDT - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Harrisburg and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 23% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $357 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 3h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Harrisburg to Columbia (MDT-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Harrisburg to Columbia

Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:14 am - 1:50 pmMDT  Harrisburg-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 am - 1:25 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MDT Harrisburg
7h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$404United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:17 am - 1:54 pmMDT  Harrisburg-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 am - 1:25 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MDT Harrisburg
7h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$424United Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18
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6:00 am - 10:43 amMDT  Harrisburg-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 10:59 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MDT Harrisburg
3h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$477Delta
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
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6:15 am - 9:47 amMDT  Harrisburg-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 32m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:15 am - 1:27 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MDT Harrisburg
7h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$484United Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 21
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:27 amMDT  Harrisburg-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 27m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:37 pm - 10:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MDT Harrisburg
4h 22m1 stop Philadelphia
$527American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
United Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 9:47 amMDT  Harrisburg-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
18h 52m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:15 am - 1:27 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MDT Harrisburg
7h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$568United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
Delta Logo
6:09 pm - 11:49 pmMDT  Harrisburg-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 am - 11:03 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MDT Harrisburg
5h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$574Delta
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 3
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6:09 pm - 11:49 pmMDT  Harrisburg-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:09 pm - 11:40 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MDT Harrisburg
5h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$589Delta
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
10:12 am - 3:41 pmMDT  Harrisburg-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:00 am - 9:20 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MDT Harrisburg
4h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$608American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 3
Delta Logo
6:09 pm - 11:49 pmMDT  Harrisburg-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:57 am - 5:23 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MDT Harrisburg
5h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$609Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Harrisburg to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Harrisburg to Columbia start at $404. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $308 to $465. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $404 on United Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Harrisburg to Columbia, it is 23% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 58% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Harrisburg to Columbia flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$264
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 20% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Harrisburg to Columbia

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

    Flights from Harrisburg to Columbia usually depart from Harrisburg (MDT) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 15% 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 Harrisburg to Columbia?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the Harrisburg to Columbia route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $293 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $596, a difference of $303. 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 Harrisburg to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Harrisburg to Columbia takes 0h 00m, covering 494 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg 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 $404 to $1,472. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Harrisburg to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $832, which is 111% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 44m, compared with 4h 08m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 08m via Philadelphia (PHL).

  • 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

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

    Round-trip flights from Harrisburg to Columbia range from $308 to $465, with an average of $376 over the past 12 months. Anything below $308 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Harrisburg to Columbia 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 Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $293 - about $303 less than Tuesday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Harrisburg to Columbia trip for January. Fares historically average $289 round-trip in that month - typically $295 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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