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Cheapest round-trip
$301
Typical prices: $292-$396
American Airlines
Sun 10/21Wed 10/24
SDF - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$274
Typical prices: $277-$326
Delta
Sat 12/1
SDF - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Louisville and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 18% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $353 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 4h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Louisville to Columbia (SDF-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Louisville to Columbia

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
5:04 am - 10:33 amSDF  Louisville Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
4:08 pm - 7:45 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$301American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 4:57 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:23 am - 5:40 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SDF Louisville Intl
7h 17m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
$306United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 4:57 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:23 am - 8:31 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SDF Louisville Intl
10h 08m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$306United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 10:43 amSDF  Louisville Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 8:57 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$310Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
8:18 pm - 11:56 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 38m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
12:02 pm - 3:49 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 47m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$310American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:26 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:03 pm - 11:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SDF Louisville Intl
8h 56m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$311United Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:43 amSDF  Louisville Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 8:57 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$319Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
American Airlines Logo
5:19 pm - 11:59 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:08 pm - 10:04 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SDF Louisville Intl
5h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$319American Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
American Airlines Logo
8:18 pm - 11:56 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 38m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
4:08 pm - 10:04 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SDF Louisville Intl
5h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$319American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:12 amSDF  Louisville Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:53 pm - 7:10 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$334Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Louisville to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Louisville to Columbia start at $301. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $292 to $396. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $301 on American Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Louisville to Columbia, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 133% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Louisville to Columbia?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Louisville to Columbia at $279 round-trip.
•August ($683) and February ($572) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 144% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Louisville to Columbia flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$274
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 64% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Louisville to Columbia

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

    Flights from Louisville to Columbia usually depart from Louisville Intl (SDF) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 6% 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 Louisville to Columbia?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 64% on the Louisville to Columbia route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $285 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $788, a difference of $503. 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 Louisville to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Louisville to Columbia takes 0h 00m, covering 389 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Louisville 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 Louisville 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 $301 to $1,072. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Louisville to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $388, which is 19% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 58m, compared with 4h 10m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 20m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • 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 Louisville to Columbia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Louisville to Columbia range from $292 to $396, with an average of $338 over the past 12 months. Anything below $292 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Louisville 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 Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $285 - about $503 less than Monday (64% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Louisville to Columbia trip for January. Fares historically average $279 round-trip in that month - typically $404 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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