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

Flights from McAllen to Columbia usually depart from McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

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

Most connecting flights from McAllen to Columbia pass through Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from McAllen to Columbia. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $459 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $633, a difference of $174. 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 McAllen to Columbia?

A nonstop flight from McAllen to Columbia takes 00m, covering 1,153 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from McAllen 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 McAllen 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 $469 to $2,019. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between McAllen and Columbia?

Columbia is 1 hour ahead of McAllen (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 is a round-trip flight from McAllen to Columbia?

Round-trip flights from McAllen to Columbia typically range from $459 to $697. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $469, on United Airlines.

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

United Airlines ($469) and American Airlines ($873) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from McAllen to Columbia according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Flights via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $706. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for McAllen to Columbia layovers at 3h 13m over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

2:12 pm - 12:45 amMFE McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

9h 33m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:05 am - 9:43 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

12h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$469United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

2:12 pm - 12:45 amMFE McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

9h 33m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:05 am - 9:43 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

12h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$507United Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

5:00 am - 2:17 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

8h 17m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:16 am - 9:58 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

12h 42m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$871United Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

6:42 am - 1:22 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

5h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:18 pm - 12:02 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

7h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$873American Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

6:42 am - 1:22 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

5h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

4:08 pm - 12:02 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

8h 54m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

$878American Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

5:00 am - 2:17 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

8h 17m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:16 am - 9:58 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

12h 42m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$881United Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

5:42 am - 1:22 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

6h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:18 pm - 9:46 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

5h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$883American Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

5:42 am - 1:22 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

6h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

4:08 pm - 12:02 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

8h 54m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

$888American Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

5:42 am - 1:22 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

6h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

8:53 am - 5:31 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

9h 38m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

$909American Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

5:42 am - 2:03 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 21m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas

8:53 am - 5:31 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

9h 38m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

$968American Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from McAllen 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 McAllen to Columbia departing in january.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from McAllen to Columbia?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from McAllen to Columbia.
How long is a flight from McAllen to Columbia?
A nonstop flight from McAllen to Columbia takes 00m, covering 1,153 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from McAllen 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 McAllen 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 $469 to $2,019. 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 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 McAllen to Columbia?
Flights from McAllen to Columbia usually depart from McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).
Which airports do connecting flights from McAllen to Columbia pass through?
Most connecting flights from McAllen to Columbia pass through Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from McAllen to Columbia?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from McAllen to Columbia. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $459 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $633, a difference of $174.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between McAllen and Columbia?
Columbia is 1 hour ahead of McAllen (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $459, about $174 less than Monday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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