Which airports can I use when flying from Indianapolis to Columbia?

Flights from Indianapolis to Columbia usually depart from Indianapolis (IND) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Indianapolis to Columbia pass through?

One-stop flights from Indianapolis to Columbia most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 60% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 31% of one-stop connections • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 5% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Indianapolis to Columbia. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $288 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $797, a difference of $509. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Indianapolis to Columbia?

A nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Columbia takes 00m, covering 490 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis 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 $1,456. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Indianapolis to Columbia looking right now?

One-way fares from Indianapolis to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $383, which is 28% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 05m, compared with 4h 05m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 4h 08m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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 Indianapolis to Columbia flight?

Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Columbia range from $288 to $419, with an average of $348 over the past 12 months. Anything below $288 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Columbia typically range from $288 to $419. 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 Indianapolis to Columbia?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Columbia. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 129% higher.

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

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Columbia at $230 round-trip. •February ($632) and September ($542) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 174% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Indianapolis to Columbia?

American Airlines ($313) and Delta ($313) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Columbia according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Indianapolis to Columbia?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the Indianapolis to Columbia route. 60% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Indianapolis to Columbia?

Flights via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $280. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Indianapolis to Columbia which airport offers the shortest layover?

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) had the shortest average connection time for Indianapolis to Columbia layovers at 2h 28m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $288-$419

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June

Cheapest • 34% price drop

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Cheapest • Avg $280 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 4h 05m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Indianapolis to Columbia

Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21

4:24 pm - 10:59 pmIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

6h 35m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

8:28 pm - 12:36 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

4h 08m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$313American Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21

7:54 am - 12:13 pmIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

4h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

8:28 pm - 12:36 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

4h 08m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$313American Airlines

Sat, Apr 3 - Wed, Apr 7

6:00 am - 9:25 amIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

3h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:40 am - 10:32 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

4h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$313Delta

Sat, Apr 3 - Tue, Apr 6

6:00 am - 9:25 amIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

3h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:40 am - 9:00 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

3h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$313Delta

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

4:30 pm - 9:02 pmIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

4h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:54 pm - 11:59 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

4h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$316United Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

7:54 am - 12:13 pmIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

4h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

5:21 pm - 11:53 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

6h 32m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$316American Airlines

Sat, Apr 3 - Mon, Apr 5

6:00 am - 9:25 amIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

3h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:00 am - 10:32 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

3h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$316Delta

Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21

11:01 am - 7:08 pmIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

8h 07m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7:54 pm - 11:59 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

4h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$318United Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

7:10 am - 2:17 pmIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7:54 pm - 11:59 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

4h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$321United Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27

11:22 am - 4:37 pmIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:05 pm - 12:36 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

6h 31m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$364American Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Indianapolis to Columbia

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

6:00 am - 9:30 amIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

3h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3:52 pm - 10:24 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

6h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$503Delta

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

9:55 am - 2:26 pmIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

4h 31m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:23 am - 10:07 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

11h 44m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$610United Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

8:05 am - 12:19 pmIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

4h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

8:30 pm - 12:37 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

4h 07m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$611American Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

5:45 am - 9:47 amIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

4h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:23 am - 10:07 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

11h 44m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$651United Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

7:05 am - 2:26 pmIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:23 am - 10:07 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

11h 44m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$720United Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

10:53 am - 3:38 pmIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

4h 45m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:00 am - 12:00 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

6h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$734American Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Fri, Oct 16

11:03 am - 4:20 pmIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

5h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:18 pm - 11:58 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

6h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$765American Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Fri, Oct 16

6:05 am - 11:15 amIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

5h 10m1 stop Newark

10:23 am - 10:07 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

11h 44m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$770United Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Fri, Oct 16

6:05 am - 2:26 pmIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

8h 21m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:23 am - 10:07 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

11h 44m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$775United Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

7:05 am - 2:26 pmIND Indianapolis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:23 am - 10:07 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-IND Indianapolis

11h 44m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$811United Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Indianapolis to Columbia flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Columbia? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Indianapolis to Columbia departing in november.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Columbia?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Columbia. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 129% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Columbia? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Columbia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •June is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Columbia at $230 round-trip.
•February ($632) and September ($542) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 174% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Indianapolis to Columbia?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Indianapolis to Columbia.
How long is a flight from Indianapolis to Columbia?
A nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Columbia takes 00m, covering 490 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Columbia flight?
Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Columbia range from $288 to $419, with an average of $348 over the past 12 months. Anything below $288 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Indianapolis 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 $1,456. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Indianapolis to Columbia looking right now?
One-way fares from Indianapolis to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $383, which is 28% 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 starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Alamo
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
Which airports can I use when flying from Indianapolis to Columbia?
Flights from Indianapolis to Columbia usually depart from Indianapolis (IND) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).
Which airports do connecting flights from Indianapolis to Columbia pass through?
One-stop flights from Indianapolis to Columbia most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 60% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 31% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 5% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 5% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Indianapolis to Columbia?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Indianapolis to Columbia. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $288 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $797, a difference of $509.

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 Indianapolis to Columbia?
Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 05m, compared with 4h 05m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 4h 08m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $288, about $509 less than Monday fares (64% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Indianapolis to Columbia trip for June. Fares historically average $230 round-trip in that month - typically $402 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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