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Cheapest round-trip
$325
Typical prices: $319-$474
American Airlines
Sun 11/18Sat 12/1
ROC - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$170
Typical prices: $283-$379
American Airlines
Wed 11/21
ROC - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rochester and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 30% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Philadelphia (PHL)
Cheapest • Avg $316 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 3h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rochester to Columbia (ROC-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rochester to Columbia

Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
12:58 pm - 4:55 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:51 am - 10:49 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
3h 58m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$325American Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Sun, Jan 17
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:32 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 32m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
6:59 pm - 11:31 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 32m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$325American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 1
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:08 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 11:24 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
6h 24m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$325Delta
Sun, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 13
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 1:50 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:57 pm - 6:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$325United Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 13
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:24 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 24m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 2:17 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 22m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$330United Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 13
United Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 1:50 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 2:17 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
8h 02m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$336United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18
Delta Logo
6:37 pm - 11:51 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:35 am - 11:01 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
5h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Thu, Apr 1 - Sun, Apr 4
Delta Logo
6:15 pm - 11:54 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 11:34 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
American Airlines Logo
11:33 am - 6:27 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 54m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
6:31 pm - 10:50 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 19m1 stop Philadelphia
$339American Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Nov 24
American Airlines Logo
6:46 pm - 11:57 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
8:28 pm - 12:37 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$339American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rochester to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Rochester to Columbia typically range from $319 to $474. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $325, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rochester to Columbia. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 91% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Rochester to Columbia at $269 round-trip.
•March ($753) and November ($508) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 179% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Rochester to Columbia flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$170
Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 26% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Rochester to Columbia

When to book flights from Rochester to Columbia

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Rochester to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Rochester to Columbia takes 00m, covering 660 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Rochester to Columbia range from $319 to $474, with an average of $384 over the past 12 months. Anything below $319 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Rochester 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 $1,094. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Rochester to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $370, which is 20% 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 Rochester to Columbia?

    Flights from Rochester to Columbia usually depart from Greater Rochester Intl (ROC) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 58% on flights from Rochester to Columbia. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $313 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $736, a difference of $423.

    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 Rochester to Columbia?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 52m, compared with 3h 58m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 24m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

Your guide to booking Rochester 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $313, about $423 less than Monday fares (57% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rochester to Columbia trip for January. Fares historically average $269 round-trip in that month - typically $484 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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