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Cheapest round-trip
$303
Typical prices: $334-$441
Delta
Sat 12/1Sat 12/8
MKE - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$206
Typical prices: $245-$341
American Airlines
Sun 11/25
MKE - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Milwaukee and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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March
Cheapest • 17% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $393 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 4h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Columbia (MKE-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to Columbia

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:43 pm - 11:51 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:53 am - 5:38 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$303Delta
Wed, Mar 31 - Sun, Apr 4
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7:00 am - 1:13 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 am - 9:22 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$328Delta
Wed, Mar 31 - Sun, Apr 4
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6:40 pm - 11:54 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:10 pm - 9:08 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$328Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Mon, Nov 30
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4:05 pm - 10:47 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:35 am - 11:37 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$353Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
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6:25 pm - 11:57 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 32m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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10:49 am - 4:38 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 49m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$368American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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10:46 am - 3:41 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 55m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:51 am - 10:02 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$369American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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8:40 am - 4:14 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:51 am - 10:02 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$369American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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5:08 pm - 10:57 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 49m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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6:51 am - 10:02 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$369American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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10:35 am - 4:58 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 am - 12:05 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$391United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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6:00 am - 2:24 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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5:33 pm - 8:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$396United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Milwaukee to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Columbia typically range from $334 to $441. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $303, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Columbia. It’s 22% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 58% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Columbia?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Columbia at $323 round-trip.
•June ($1,060) and April ($469) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 228% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Milwaukee to Columbia flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$206
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 84% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Milwaukee to Columbia

When to book flights from Milwaukee to Columbia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to Columbia flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Milwaukee to Columbia:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Milwaukee to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Columbia takes 00m, covering 721 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Milwaukee 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Milwaukee to Columbia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Columbia range from $334 to $441, with an average of $387 over the past 12 months. Anything below $334 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Milwaukee 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 $303 to $1,745. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Milwaukee to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $364, which is 32% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?

    Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $70 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Milwaukee to Columbia?

    Flights from Milwaukee to Columbia usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Milwaukee to Columbia. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $303 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $615, a difference of $312.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Milwaukee to Columbia?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 43m, compared with 4h 51m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 33m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Milwaukee and Columbia?

    Columbia is 1 hour ahead of Milwaukee (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Milwaukee to Columbia flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $303, about $312 less than Monday fares (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to Columbia trip for March. Fares historically average $323 round-trip in that month - typically $737 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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