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Cheapest round-trip
$383
Typical prices: $327-$661
American Airlines
Mon 10/22Sat 10/27
LEX - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$274
Typical prices: $338-$720
United Airlines
Sun 10/14
LEX - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Lexington and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 47% price drop
December
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $297 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 3h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lexington to Columbia (LEX-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lexington to Columbia

Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:27 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 27m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:00 am - 10:44 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$383American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11
Delta Logo
6:59 pm - 11:47 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 am - 9:10 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$389Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
United Airlines Logo
6:09 pm - 12:41 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 am - 1:10 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$389United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:25 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 11:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$389Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:25 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 10:09 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$389Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 6:49 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
10h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 1:10 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
6h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$394United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 20
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:37 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:48 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
3h 48m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$450American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Oct 25
American Airlines Logo
6:21 am - 10:34 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 13m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:44 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$450American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4
American Airlines Logo
6:01 pm - 12:03 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 10:42 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$493American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
American Airlines Logo
6:01 pm - 12:03 amLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:42 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
4h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$493American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lexington to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Lexington to Columbia start at $383. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $327 to $661. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $383 on American Airlines.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lexington to Columbia, it is 39% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 26% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Lexington to Columbia flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$274
Most popular time to fly with an average 43% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Lexington to Columbia

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

    Flights from Lexington to Columbia usually depart from Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 55% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Lexington to Columbia route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $323 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $661, a difference of $338. 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 Lexington to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Lexington to Columbia takes 0h 00m, covering 343 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lexington 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 Lexington 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 $383 to $1,388. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Lexington to Columbia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $327, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 41m, compared with 3h 56m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 11m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • 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 Lexington to Columbia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Lexington to Columbia range from $327 to $661, with an average of $521 over the past 12 months. Anything below $327 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Lexington 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 Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $323 - about $338 less than Monday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lexington to Columbia trip for January. Fares historically average $278 round-trip in that month - typically $612 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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