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Cheapest round-trip
$353
Typical prices: $360-$505
American Airlines
Wed 12/5Sun 12/9
IAH - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$294
Typical prices: $266-$367
United Airlines
Sun 12/9
IAH - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Houston and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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HOU - CAE
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January
Cheapest • 22% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $248 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Columbia

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Houston to Columbia

Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
6:12 am - 12:28 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 16m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
2:05 pm - 6:11 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$353American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 1:21 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:59 pm - 8:17 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
7h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$353Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:12 am - 11:08 amHOU  Houston Hobby-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:53 am - 4:29 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$353Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 1:14 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:40 pm - 11:58 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
7h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$376Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:30 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:49 am - 1:21 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$381American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 10:16 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 16m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 11:57 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
7h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:16 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:18 am - 1:36 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
7h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Fri, Dec 18
United Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 5:09 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:42 pm - 1:30 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 48m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$587United Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 16
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 1:50 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:30 pm - 6:48 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
7h 18m1 stop Newark
$597United Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Tue, Dec 15
United Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 2:27 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 07m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 10:48 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$597United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston to Columbia flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Houston to Columbia typically range from $360 to $505. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $353, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Columbia. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 76% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Columbia?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Columbia at $324 round-trip.
•August ($536) and July ($493) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Houston to Columbia flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$294
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 72% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Columbia

When to book flights from Houston to Columbia

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Houston to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Houston to Columbia takes 00m, covering 883 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston 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 Houston to Columbia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston to Columbia range from $360 to $505, with an average of $414 over the past 12 months. Anything below $360 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Houston 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 $353 to $1,540. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Houston to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $351, which is 12% above 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 $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Houston to Columbia may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH). Flights usually arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 66% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Houston to Columbia. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $370 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $732, a difference of $362.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 44m, compared with 5h 21m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 54m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Houston and Columbia?

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

Your guide to booking Houston 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $370, about $362 less than Monday fares (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston to Columbia trip for January. Fares historically average $324 round-trip in that month - typically $212 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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