Which airlines fly to Columbia?

American Airlines is the airline most momondo users in United States opt for when booking flights to Columbia. Delta, Spirit Airlines and Frontier are also popular choices when flying to Columbia from United States. Most major airlines flying from United States to Columbia will offer flights on a regular basis, though your options may vary depending on what airport you fly from.

Delta Flights to Columbia

Delta is a popular choice for users traveling to Columbia. It operates 38 flights every week to Columbia, most often flying from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Delta ticket prices will depend on when and where you need to fly from - deals as low as $184 (from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson) have been found by momondo users. In 7,964 reviews, momondo users have rated Delta at an average score of 7.9/10.

United Airlines Flights to Columbia

$236 is the best round-trip United Airlines deal to Columbia found on momondo in the last few days. The deal departed from Boston Logan Intl. United Airlines has 20 flights to Columbia most weeks, with prices varying by availability. 8,924 momondo users have reviewed United Airlines, scoring the airline a 7.4/10 on average.

How long does it take to fly to Columbia?

The flight from United States to Columbia depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Los Angeles (a popular airport in United States) to Charlotte Douglas (the most popular airport in Columbia), then the flight time is 4h 28m on average. If you fly from Miami (another popular airport in United States) to Charlotte Douglas, then the average flight time is 2h 05m.

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5:15 am - 2:18 pmPHL-CAE

9h 03m1 stop

3:08 pm - 12:32 amCAE-PHL

9h 24m1 stop

$179Multiple Airlines

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jue., ene. 22 - dom., ene. 25

5:10 am - 5:33 pmBWI-CAE

12h 23m1 stop

4:07 pm - 9:54 amCAE-BWI

17h 47m1 stop

$183Multiple Airlines

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jue., dic. 4 - dom., dic. 7

2:30 pm - 4:39 pmLGA-CAE

2h 09mnonstop

4:03 pm - 6:00 pmCAE-LGA

1h 57mnonstop

$209Delta

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sáb., oct. 18 - mié., oct. 22

6:15 pm - 9:30 pmORD-CAE

2h 15mnonstop

10:20 am - 11:51 amCAE-ORD

2h 31mnonstop

$209United Airlines

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jue., nov. 20 - mar., dic. 2

7:05 pm - 9:20 pmLGA-CAE

2h 15mnonstop

4:03 pm - 6:00 pmCAE-LGA

1h 57mnonstop

$210Delta

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jue., oct. 30 - lun., nov. 3

5:00 am - 10:49 amEWR-CAE

5h 49m1 stop

4:36 pm - 10:44 pmCAE-EWR

6h 08m1 stop

$216American Airlines

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sáb., oct. 25 - sáb., nov. 1

7:10 am - 10:23 amORD-CAE

2h 13mnonstop

10:20 am - 11:43 amCAE-ORD

2h 23mnonstop

$219United Airlines

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mié., oct. 15 - mar., oct. 21

10:05 pm - 11:46 pmDCA-CAE

1h 41mnonstop

6:00 am - 7:35 amCAE-DCA

1h 35mnonstop

$224American Airlines

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vie., oct. 10 - dom., oct. 12

2:46 pm - 4:52 pmEWR-CAE

2h 06mnonstop

11:31 am - 5:51 pmCAE-EWR

6h 20m1 stop

$273Spirit Airlines

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jue., oct. 2 - sáb., oct. 4

6:02 am - 6:16 pmEWR-CAE

12h 14m1 stop

11:31 am - 5:51 pmCAE-EWR

6h 20m1 stop

$311Spirit Airlines

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Return

Price

PhiladelphiaColumbia

PHL - CAE

PHLCAE

Philadelphia

jue. 1/22

5:15 am-2:18 pm

1 stop9h 03m

Columbia Metropolitan

dom. 1/25

3:08 pm-12:32 am

1 stop9h 24m

$179

BaltimoreColumbia

BWI - CAE

BWICAE

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 12/4

5:10 am-5:33 pm

1 stop12h 23m

Columbia Metropolitan

dom. 12/7

4:07 pm-9:54 am

1 stop17h 47m

$183

New YorkColumbia

LGA - CAE

LGACAE

New York LaGuardia

sáb. 10/18

2:30 pm-4:39 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

Columbia Metropolitan

mié. 10/22

4:03 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

$209

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 11/20

6:15 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

mar. 12/2

10:20 am-11:51 am

Nonstop2h 31m

$209

New YorkColumbia

LGA - CAE

LGACAE

New York LaGuardia

jue. 10/30

7:05 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

lun. 11/3

4:03 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

$210

NewarkColumbia

EWR - CAE

EWRCAE

Newark

sáb. 10/25

5:00 am-10:49 am

1 stop5h 49m

Columbia Metropolitan

sáb. 11/1

4:36 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$216

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/15

7:10 am-10:23 am

Nonstop2h 13m

Columbia Metropolitan

mar. 10/21

10:20 am-11:43 am

Nonstop2h 23m

$219

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

vie. 10/10

10:05 pm-11:46 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Columbia Metropolitan

dom. 10/12

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$224

NewarkColumbia

EWR - CAE

EWRCAE

Newark

jue. 10/2

2:46 pm-4:52 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Columbia Metropolitan

sáb. 10/4

11:31 am-5:51 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$273

NewarkColumbia

EWR - CAE

EWRCAE

Newark

jue. 10/2

6:02 am-6:16 pm

1 stop12h 14m

Columbia Metropolitan

sáb. 10/4

11:31 am-5:51 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$311

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbia?

The cheapest month to fly to Columbia from United States is in July. Flight prices, which tend to average around $281, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Columbia in July, then June is your next best option. Flight prices from United States to Columbia during June average around $289.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Columbia?

Users booking trips to Columbia from Fort Lauderdale found flights 83% cheaper than the average price of flights to Columbia. To find the cheapest price to Columbia from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Columbia?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Columbia from United States is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as $332. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Columbia on Monday is $449.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Columbia?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from United States to Columbia when you can find flight prices for as low as $277. Flying to Columbia in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $389.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO COLUMBIA FROM LOS ANGELES	February	15% cheaper	Flying from Los Angeles to Columbia costs on average just $396 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO COLUMBIA FROM LOS ANGELES	December	25% more expensive	It costs about $577 for flights to Columbia from Los Angeles in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO COLUMBIA FROM LOS ANGELES	October	287% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Columbia from Los Angeles in October than any other month

Cheap Columbia flight deals and tips

Summary info about Columbia flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$81
Best Round-Trip Price	$179
Fastest flight time	8h 04m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Columbia from United States in the last 72 hours is $81 (New York LaGuardia to Columbia Metropolitan).

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The best round-trip flight price to Columbia from United States in the last 72 hours is $179 (Philadelphia to Columbia Metropolitan).

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The fastest flight to Columbia from United States takes 8h 04m (Chicago O'Hare Intl to Columbia Metropolitan).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Columbia, with a 16% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Columbia

What is there to do in Columbia when it’s raining?

If you are planning a flight to Columbia and are looking to avoid the rain, you should avoid traveling during the months of July and August. These months will typically see 5.1 inches or more of rain, meaning that rain is likely. If you do run into rain while in Columbia, there are still things to do and ways to enjoy your trip. While in Columbia you will find South Carolina State Museum nearby which is a great museum to visit when you’re looking for things to do indoors.

Are there any amusement parks near Columbia?

Yes, South Carolina State Fairgrounds is close to Columbia and is a great place to spend time with the family when the weather is right. Amusement parks and waterparks are often most enjoyable when the weather is 70 degrees fahrenheit or more and the chance of rain is moderate at most. With that in mind, consider planning your flight to Columbia for June or September if these attractions interest you or your family.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Columbia?

In general, most travelers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Columbia is about 21 days prior to their departure date when tickets on average are $371. Keep in mind that you might be able to find cheaper flights to Columbia at any time. In fact, our users found flights for as low as $124 in the past 72 hours.

Is there an alternative airport near Columbia?

Columbia Metropolitan Airport, Union County Airport, Augusta Bush Field Airport, Florence Airport or Charleston Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Columbia.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Columbia?

The cheapest airport near Columbia is typically Columbia Metropolitan Airport with an average price of $272/person. These prices vary based on where travelers are coming from. It is suggested that travelers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Columbia Metropolitan Airport?

Prices for flights to Columbia Metropolitan Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Columbia Metropolitan Airport?

As of September 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Columbia Metropolitan Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Columbia Metropolitan Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Columbia Metropolitan Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Columbia Metropolitan Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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