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Cheapest round-trip
$313
Typical prices: $354-$493
Delta
Sat 10/20Wed 10/24
HOU - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$311
Typical prices: $179-$313
American Airlines
Sun 11/11
HOU - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Houston Hobby Airport and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 32% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $363 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hobby to Columbia (HOU-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Hobby to Columbia

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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11:12 am - 5:14 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:11 pm - 11:03 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$313Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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3:09 pm - 8:10 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:11 pm - 11:03 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$333Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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6:09 am - 1:14 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:11 pm - 11:03 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$333Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
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6:09 am - 1:15 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:11 pm - 11:03 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$333Delta
Thu, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 27
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9:57 am - 4:28 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:31 pm - 6:43 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$336American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 21
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6:00 am - 11:08 amHOU  Houston Hobby-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:04 pm - 11:21 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$336Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 23
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3:09 pm - 8:10 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:59 pm - 11:03 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$336Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 26
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3:09 pm - 8:10 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:19 pm - 11:03 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$356Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
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5:28 pm - 11:47 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:19 pm - 11:03 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$356Delta
Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Sep 27
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1:56 pm - 10:09 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:48 pm - 11:50 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$395American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia start at $313. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $354 to $493. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $313 on Delta.

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Key details for Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$311
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
Flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia

When to book flights from Hobby to Columbia

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

    Flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia usually depart from Houston Hobby (HOU) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia?

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

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

    Connecting flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia most commonly pass through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 91% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 9% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $308 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $641, a difference of $333. 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia takes 0h 00m, covering 881 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston Hobby 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 Hobby 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 $845. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $369, which is 31% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 02m, compared with 5h 37m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Houston Hobby Airport and Columbia?

    Columbia is 1 hour ahead of Houston Hobby 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 Hobby Airport to Columbia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia range from $354 to $493, with an average of $414 over the past 12 months. Anything below $354 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Houston Hobby 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 Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $308 - about $333 less than Sunday (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston Hobby Airport to Columbia trip for January. Fares historically average $283 round-trip in that month - typically $370 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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