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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $332-$458
American Airlines
Mon 11/19Fri 11/23
MCI - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 21% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $376 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Columbia (MCI-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Columbia

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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5:20 am - 1:16 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:10 pm - 12:24 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
8h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Wed, Dec 16
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5:40 am - 11:08 amMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 12:15 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
6h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$359Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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3:54 pm - 9:41 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:53 am - 4:26 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
5h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$359Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
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7:10 am - 1:14 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:35 am - 11:05 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
6h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$359Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 10:57 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 57m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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5:10 pm - 10:02 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
5h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$389American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 26
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6:00 am - 2:17 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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10:16 am - 2:37 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
5h 21m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$449United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 26
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11:33 am - 7:08 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 35m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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10:16 am - 2:37 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
5h 21m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$450United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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6:00 am - 1:50 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:05 am - 5:20 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
8h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$459United Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Thu, Dec 31
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7:37 am - 9:38 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
13h 01m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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7:00 am - 2:16 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
8h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$500American Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Fri, Jan 1
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7:37 am - 9:38 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
13h 01m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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6:00 am - 12:00 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
7h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$500American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Columbia?

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Columbia typically range from $332 to $458. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Columbia. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Columbia?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Columbia at $322 round-trip.
•August ($458) and July ($418) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 42% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Kansas City to Columbia flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$359
Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 61% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to Columbia

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kansas City to Columbia:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Columbia takes 00m, covering 838 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Columbia range from $332 to $458, with an average of $409 over the past 12 months. Anything below $332 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City 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 $359 to $1,446. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 $70 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Kansas City to Columbia usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 68% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Kansas City to Columbia. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $351 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $423, a difference of $72.

    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 Kansas City to Columbia?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 44m, compared with 4h 58m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 48m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and Columbia?

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

Your guide to booking Kansas City 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 Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $351, about $72 less than Wednesday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Columbia trip for December. Fares historically average $322 round-trip in that month - typically $136 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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