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Cheapest round-trip
$328
Typical prices: $396-$637
American Airlines
Mon 11/26Fri 11/30
IAH - COU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$164
Typical prices: $263-$476
American Airlines
Tue 11/27
IAH - COU • 1 stop
Top routes
IAH - COU
Cheapest • 14% average savings
HOU - COU
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 35% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $526 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 5h 52m (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

Thu, Nov 26 - Mon, Nov 30
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7:39 am - 3:00 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-COU Columbia Regional
7h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:28 pm - 12:09 amCOU  Columbia Regional-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$328American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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11:15 am - 5:59 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-COU Columbia Regional
6h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:11 pm - 10:39 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$328American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:00 am - 11:35 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-COU Columbia Regional
5h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:17 am - 4:25 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$328American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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5:06 pm - 10:17 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-COU Columbia Regional
5h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:09 pm - 7:20 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
7h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$328American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:00 am - 11:35 amHOU  Houston Hobby-COU Columbia Regional
5h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:09 pm - 4:38 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$328American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Mon, Nov 30
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6:00 am - 3:00 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-COU Columbia Regional
9h 00m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:28 pm - 12:09 amCOU  Columbia Regional-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$334American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28
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6:00 am - 11:35 amHOU  Houston Hobby-COU Columbia Regional
5h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:36 am - 11:04 amCOU  Columbia Regional-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$516American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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2:46 pm - 8:30 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-COU Columbia Regional
5h 44m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:12 pm - 10:52 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
7h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$518United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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1:40 pm - 9:23 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-COU Columbia Regional
7h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:04 pm - 10:53 amCOU  Columbia Regional-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
19h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Austin Bergstrom
$576United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:54 pm - 2:28 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-COU Columbia Regional
19h 34m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:25 am - 5:25 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$577United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Houston to Columbia typically range from $396 to $637. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $328, on American Airlines.

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Key details for Houston to Columbia flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$164
Beat the crowds with an average 92% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 42% 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?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Houston to Columbia. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 40m and 5h 52m in total, depending on the connection.

  • 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 $396 to $637, with an average of $511 over the past 12 months. Anything below $396 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Houston to Columbia?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $538 round-trip and layover options via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) at $526.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Houston to Columbia?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • 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 $328 to $1,523. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Houston to Columbia flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Houston to Columbia route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • 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 $386, which is 31% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 Regional (COU).

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

    Connecting flights from Houston to Columbia most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 92% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 8% 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 35% on flights from Houston to Columbia. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $388 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $596, a difference of $208.

    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 Houston to Columbia?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 40m, compared with 5h 52m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Houston to Columbia flights?

    Among airlines operating Houston to Columbia flights:

    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Houston to Columbia flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $388, about $208 less than Friday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston to Columbia trip for August. Fares historically average $333 round-trip in that month - typically $659 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $526 round-trip on this route - about $12 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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