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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $322-$433
American Airlines
Sun 10/28Wed 10/31
MCI - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$315
Typical prices: $188-$427
United Airlines
Mon 10/15
MCI - CAE • 2 stops
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 • 15% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $353 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 45m (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

Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 3
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7:44 am - 1:25 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 41m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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1:53 pm - 7:11 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
6h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$319American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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9:22 am - 4:20 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:18 pm - 9:57 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
5h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$319American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 3
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6:28 am - 1:25 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:33 pm - 10:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
4h 26m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$319American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 16
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1:55 pm - 8:05 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 10m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:18 pm - 11:23 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
7h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$319American Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 12
United Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 12:41 amMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
9h 56m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:17 am - 2:22 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
5h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$344United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Fri, Oct 9
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4:25 pm - 9:11 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:19 pm - 11:56 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
5h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$353Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 28
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8:05 am - 3:40 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:35 am - 9:27 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
4h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$373Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
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4:23 pm - 9:23 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:19 pm - 11:56 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
5h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$376Delta
Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26
United Airlines Logo
7:32 am - 1:40 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:23 am - 7:47 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
10h 24m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$398United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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1:05 pm - 9:03 pmMCI  Kansas City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:27 pm - 9:45 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MCI Kansas City
8h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399United 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 from Kansas City to Columbia with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Columbia start at $319. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $322 to $433. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Columbia, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 46% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is 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.
  • October ($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

$315
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kansas City to Columbia?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kansas City to Columbia.

  • 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) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Kansas City to Columbia route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 37%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $351 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $553: a $202 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Columbia takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $319 to $1,076. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $372, which is 33% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 45m, compared with 4h 54m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 41m 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.

  • 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 Kansas City to Columbia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Columbia range from $322 to $433, with an average of $378 over the past 12 months. Anything below $322 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $351 - about $202 less than Monday (37% 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 October (based on the last 12 months).

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