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Cheapest round-trip
$354
Typical prices: $366-$596
United Airlines
Mon 11/19Fri 11/23
TPA - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$274
Typical prices: $267-$404
United Airlines
Wed 11/7
TPA - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Tampa and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 34% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $179 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Columbia (TPA-CAE)

 

Cheap flights from Tampa to Columbia with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
United Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 2:17 pmTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:52 pm - 8:21 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
5h 29m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$354United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:36 amTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
8:17 pm - 12:14 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
3h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$365American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 14
Delta Logo
11:20 am - 5:10 pmTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:10 am - 2:15 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
4h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$365Delta
Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 7
Delta Logo
5:10 am - 9:30 amTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:56 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
3h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$365Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:33 amTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 33m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:12 pm - 11:28 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
4h 16m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$365American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
Delta Logo
5:10 am - 9:30 amTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:05 pm - 10:15 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
4h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$365Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 7:08 pmTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 13m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:16 am - 6:02 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
7h 46m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$369United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 30
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:47 amTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 47m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
8:28 pm - 12:15 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
3h 47m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$381American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
United Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 7:08 pmTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 13m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:16 am - 6:02 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
7h 46m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$389United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 2:27 pmTPA  Tampa-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 32m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 12:40 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TPA Tampa
6h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$429United Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Tampa to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Tampa to Columbia typically range from $366 to $596. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $354, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tampa to Columbia. It’s 25% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 71% higher.

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

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Columbia at $322 round-trip.
•September ($740) and June ($678) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 129% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Tampa to Columbia flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$274
Beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 26% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Tampa to Columbia

When to book flights from Tampa to Columbia

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Your Tampa 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 Tampa to Columbia?

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

  • How long is a flight from Tampa to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Tampa to Columbia takes 00m, covering 420 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Tampa to Columbia range from $366 to $596, with an average of $486 over the past 12 months. Anything below $366 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Tampa 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 $354 to $1,192. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Tampa to Columbia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $291, which is 12% below 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 starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Tampa to Columbia usually depart from Tampa (TPA) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 57% on flights from Tampa to Columbia. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $366 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $833, a difference of $467.

    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 Tampa to Columbia?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 01m, compared with 4h 04m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 36m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

Your guide to booking Tampa 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 $366, about $467 less than Sunday fares (56% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tampa to Columbia trip for August. Fares historically average $322 round-trip in that month - typically $418 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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