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Cheapest round-trip
$515
Typical prices: $459-$672
American Airlines
Sun 9/2Thu 9/6
MFE - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between McAllen and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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July
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Cheap Flights from McAllen to Columbia (MFE-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from McAllen to Columbia

Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
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4:18 pm - 10:27 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:51 pm - 11:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$515American Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
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4:18 pm - 10:27 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 3:33 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
9h 33m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
$520American Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
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11:04 am - 10:59 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
10h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
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7:00 am - 3:33 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
9h 33m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
$525American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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11:55 am - 11:42 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
10h 47m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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10:20 am - 7:20 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
10h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$751United Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:20 am - 2:26 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 06m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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10:23 am - 9:58 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
12h 35m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$847United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 11:42 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
10h 47m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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10:20 am - 10:02 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
12h 42m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$852United Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Fri, Sep 11
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7:00 am - 1:40 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
29h 40m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:54 pm - 11:25 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
16h 31m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$853United Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 5
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:31 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:18 pm - 9:46 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$853American Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 5
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:31 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:08 pm - 12:02 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
8h 54m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
$858American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 4:45 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
22h 30m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Milwaukee-Mitchell Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:20 am - 7:20 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
10h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$867United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for McAllen to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from McAllen to Columbia start at $515. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $459 to $672. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $515 on American Airlines.

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Key details for McAllen to Columbia flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$515
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
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When to book flights from McAllen to Columbia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from McAllen 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 McAllen 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 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. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 32% on the McAllen to Columbia route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $459 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $672, a difference of $213. 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 0h 00m, covering 1,153 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from McAllen to Columbia?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from McAllen to Columbia:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • 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 $515 to $1,750. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 should I expect to pay for a McAllen to Columbia flight?

    Round-trip flights from McAllen to Columbia range from $459 to $672, with an average of $633 over the past 12 months. Anything below $459 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking McAllen 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 Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $459 - about $213 less than Saturday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your McAllen to Columbia trip for July. Fares historically average $459 round-trip in that month - typically $306 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from McAllen to Columbia

Information on your arrival and departure airports

McAllen (MFE)
Columbia (CAE)