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Cheapest round-trip
$407
Typical prices: $379-$605
Delta
Sun 10/14Wed 10/17
MEM - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$284
Typical prices: $412-$483
United Airlines
Sun 10/21
MEM - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Memphis and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 21% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $399 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 3h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Memphis to Columbia (MEM-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Memphis to Columbia

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
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8:35 am - 1:14 pmMEM  Memphis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:00 pm - 3:38 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MEM Memphis
4h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$407Delta
Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7
United Airlines Logo
2:36 pm - 9:09 pmMEM  Memphis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:38 pm - 11:16 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MEM Memphis
6h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$417United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 2
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2:40 pm - 9:02 pmMEM  Memphis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:37 pm - 11:44 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MEM Memphis
7h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$420United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 2
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 10:43 amMEM  Memphis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 10:58 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MEM Memphis
4h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$431Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
10:51 am - 6:05 pmMEM  Memphis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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4:11 pm - 9:45 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MEM Memphis
6h 34m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$432American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
5:14 am - 10:33 amMEM  Memphis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
3:28 pm - 7:04 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MEM Memphis
4h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$432American Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1
Delta Logo
10:17 am - 3:40 pmMEM  Memphis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:35 am - 10:54 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MEM Memphis
6h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$432Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18
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3:35 pm - 8:10 pmMEM  Memphis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 am - 7:50 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MEM Memphis
3h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$432Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 2
United Airlines Logo
2:40 pm - 9:02 pmMEM  Memphis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:37 pm - 11:44 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MEM Memphis
7h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$438United Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
5:14 am - 10:33 amMEM  Memphis-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:59 pm - 11:55 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MEM Memphis
6h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$484American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Memphis to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Memphis to Columbia start at $407. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $379 to $605. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $407 on Delta.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Memphis to Columbia, it is 22% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 60% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Memphis to Columbia flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$284
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 21% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Memphis to Columbia

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

    Flights from Memphis to Columbia usually depart from Memphis (MEM) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 16% 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 Memphis to Columbia?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Memphis to Columbia route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $379 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $774, a difference of $395. 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 Memphis to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Memphis to Columbia takes 0h 00m, covering 509 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Memphis 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 Memphis 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 $407 to $1,742. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Memphis to Columbia are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $422.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 49m, compared with 4h 14m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 44m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Memphis and Columbia?

    Columbia is 1 hour ahead of Memphis (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 Memphis to Columbia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Memphis to Columbia range from $379 to $605, with an average of $482 over the past 12 months. Anything below $379 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Memphis 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 Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $379 - about $395 less than Sunday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Memphis to Columbia trip for February. Fares historically average $379 round-trip in that month - typically $327 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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