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Cheapest round-trip
$361
Typical prices: $318-$488
Delta
Sat 12/29Sat 1/6
MSY - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$333
Typical prices: $374-$559
American Airlines
Wed 1/17
MSY - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 23% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $485 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 4h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Columbia (MSY-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Columbia

Wed, Dec 30 - Wed, Jan 6
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3:30 pm - 8:03 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 11:54 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$361Delta
Tue, Dec 29 - Wed, Jan 6
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5:15 am - 12:14 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:49 am - 4:40 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$361Delta
Tue, Dec 29 - Tue, Jan 5
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5:15 am - 12:14 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:34 pm - 8:11 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$361Delta
Tue, Dec 29 - Sat, Jan 2
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5:15 am - 12:14 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:56 am - 2:23 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$361Delta
Thu, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 4
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2:20 pm - 9:08 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 am - 1:18 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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12:44 pm - 7:08 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 24m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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2:52 pm - 8:26 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 34m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$389United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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8:00 am - 2:17 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 17m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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5:37 pm - 11:52 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$389United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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5:24 am - 10:47 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:00 am - 8:20 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$405American Airlines
Fri, Jan 1 - Fri, Jan 1
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6:00 am - 12:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:23 pm - 11:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$479American Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Fri, Jan 1
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1:07 pm - 7:51 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 44m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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12:45 pm - 3:53 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 08m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$479American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Columbia typically range from $318 to $488. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $361, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Columbia. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 156% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Columbia?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Columbia at $292 round-trip.
•September ($668) and July ($614) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 128% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for New Orleans to Columbia flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$333
Beat the crowds with an average 59% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 96% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New Orleans to Columbia

When to book flights from New Orleans to Columbia

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from New Orleans to Columbia:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from New Orleans to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Columbia takes 00m, covering 600 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Columbia flight?

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Columbia range from $318 to $488, with an average of $378 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from New Orleans 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 $361 to $1,915. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New Orleans to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $420, which is 5% 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 New Orleans to Columbia?

    Flights from New Orleans to Columbia usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 80% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 68% on flights from New Orleans to Columbia. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $313 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $968, a difference of $655.

    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 New Orleans to Columbia?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 01m, compared with 4h 20m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 42m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between New Orleans and Columbia?

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

Your guide to booking New Orleans 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $313, about $655 less than Sunday fares (68% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Columbia trip for February. Fares historically average $292 round-trip in that month - typically $376 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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