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Cheapest round-trip
$313
Typical prices: $338-$490
American Airlines
Sun 10/7Sun 10/14
IAH - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$392
Typical prices: $168-$319
American Airlines
Sat 10/27
IAH - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $234 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from George Bush Intcntl to Columbia (IAH-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Columbia

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
6:04 am - 2:03 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:18 pm - 10:57 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$313American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:22 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:28 pm - 10:04 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
7h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$313American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 1:15 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:28 am - 5:23 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$313Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Nov 7
American Airlines Logo
6:12 am - 11:32 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 1:54 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
7h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$313American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:20 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 10:24 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$313American Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Sat, Nov 14
Delta Logo
6:19 pm - 11:53 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:44 pm - 8:58 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
4h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$336Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Delta Logo
8:05 am - 1:14 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 am - 8:35 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$336Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 4:57 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:38 pm - 1:35 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
20h 57m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Orlando
$604United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
8:25 am - 4:56 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:33 pm - 12:28 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
7h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$610United Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
United Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 2:26 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 06m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:15 am - 5:23 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
12h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Austin Bergstrom
$618United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia?

Round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia start at $313. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $338 to $490. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $313 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 51% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia at $339 round-trip.
  • October ($653) and July ($493) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 92% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$313
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
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When to book flights from George Bush Intcntl to Columbia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia?

    Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia usually depart from Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia pass through?

    One-stop flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 65% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 1% 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia?

    On the Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 39%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $368 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $598: a $230 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia takes 0h 00m, covering 876 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl 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.

  • Have flight prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 $313 to $1,482. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $540, which is 83% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 34m, compared with 5h 30m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 6h 00m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Columbia?

    Columbia is 1 hour ahead of Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia range from $338 to $490, with an average of $395 over the past 12 months. Anything below $338 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $368 - about $230 less than Wednesday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia trip for January. Fares historically average $339 round-trip in that month - typically $314 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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