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Cheapest round-trip
$325
Typical prices: $355-$628
Delta
Mon 9/10Wed 9/19
MSP - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$309
Typical prices: $278-$405
Delta
Wed 10/31
MSP - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Minneapolis and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 31% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $447 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 4h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Columbia (MSP-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Columbia

Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 19
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5:30 am - 11:12 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:57 am - 6:06 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 13
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8:55 am - 4:28 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:10 am - 1:54 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
6:19 pm - 11:59 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 9:13 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 13m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$325American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
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5:59 pm - 12:03 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:00 am - 2:23 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
8h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$325American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 13
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12:00 pm - 6:49 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 49m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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10:20 am - 3:31 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325United Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:31 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:39 am - 10:14 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 16
Delta Logo
10:10 am - 4:28 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:10 am - 1:54 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
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6:20 pm - 11:47 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:00 am - 1:50 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:40 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:29 am - 2:19 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$327United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Thu, Oct 15
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11:22 am - 4:55 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:38 pm - 9:33 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$327United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Minneapolis to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Columbia start at $325. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $355 to $628. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $325 on Delta.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Columbia, it is 33% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 43% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Columbia at $308 round-trip.
  • February ($678) and April ($542) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 120% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Minneapolis to Columbia flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$309
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 18% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Minneapolis to Columbia

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

    Flights from Minneapolis to Columbia usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Minneapolis to Columbia route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 54%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $302 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $643: a $341 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Minneapolis to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Columbia takes 0h 00m, covering 991 miles.

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

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 $325 to $2,167. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $404, which is 28% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 17m, compared with 5h 05m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 14m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Columbia?

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

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Columbia range from $355 to $628, with an average of $447 over the past 12 months. Anything below $355 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Minneapolis 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 Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $302 - about $341 less than Monday (53% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to Columbia trip for January. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $370 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Minneapolis (MSP)
Columbia (CAE)