What is the cheapest airline that flies from Iowa to Columbia Metropolitan?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Columbia Metropolitan

How long does it take to fly to Columbia?

The flight from Iowa to Columbia depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Cedar Rapids (a popular airport in Iowa) to Charlotte (the most popular airport in Columbia), then the flight time is 2h 13m on average. If you fly from Des Moines (another popular airport in Iowa) to Charlotte, then the average flight time is 2h 14m.

What airlines fly to Columbia?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Columbia from Iowa according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 82% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Columbia. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Columbia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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There are 3 operators available for flights from Iowa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport as of September 2026.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Iowa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Columbia Metropolitan Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:54 pm - 11:47 pmDSM Des Moines-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

3h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:35 am - 10:51 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-DSM Des Moines

6h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$307Delta

Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 10

6:54 pm - 11:47 pmDSM Des Moines-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

3h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:05 pm - 10:35 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-DSM Des Moines

5h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$307Delta

Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 10

6:54 pm - 11:47 pmDSM Des Moines-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

3h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:01 am - 2:13 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-DSM Des Moines

5h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$307Delta

Fri, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 11

5:35 am - 10:43 amDSM Des Moines-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

4h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:01 am - 2:13 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-DSM Des Moines

5h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$307Delta

Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 11

5:34 pm - 11:52 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

5h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

5:00 am - 11:10 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

7h 10m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$315American Airlines

Thu, Dec 24 - Tue, Dec 29

4:03 pm - 11:55 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

6h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:23 pm - 12:09 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

4h 46m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$315American Airlines

Sat, Dec 12 - Thu, Dec 31

12:57 pm - 9:12 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

8:28 pm - 12:17 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

4h 49m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$315American Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22

6:00 am - 2:26 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:38 pm - 10:59 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

6h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$359United Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3

6:00 am - 2:26 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

3:03 pm - 11:42 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

9h 39m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl

$364United Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3

6:30 am - 2:26 pmCID Cedar Rapids-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

6h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:38 pm - 10:47 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-CID Cedar Rapids

6h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$383United Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28

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3:16 pm - 12:03 amOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:28 pm - 12:23 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

4h 55m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$587American Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Sep 20

6:00 am - 7:07 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

12h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:25 am - 10:22 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

4h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$641United Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Sep 20

7:30 am - 3:08 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

6h 38m1 stop Philadelphia

10:12 am - 2:13 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

5h 01m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$793American Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 16

7:55 am - 7:07 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

10h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

10:29 am - 2:15 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

4h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$798United Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 16

6:00 am - 5:03 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

10h 03m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:48 pm - 11:04 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

10h 16m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$804United Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 16

8:13 am - 7:07 pmMLI Moline Quad-City-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

9h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:38 pm - 10:35 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-MLI Moline Quad-City

5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$852United Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Fri, Sep 18

6:30 am - 7:07 pmCID Cedar Rapids-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

11h 37m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6:25 am - 10:02 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-CID Cedar Rapids

4h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$880United Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Fri, Sep 18

6:30 am - 3:40 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

8h 10m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas

4:09 pm - 12:13 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

9h 04m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl

$925American Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Sep 20

6:30 am - 7:07 pmCID Cedar Rapids-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

11h 37m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:38 pm - 8:53 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-CID Cedar Rapids

28h 15m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas Denver Intl

$963United Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Fri, Sep 18

6:30 am - 7:07 pmCID Cedar Rapids-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

11h 37m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

10:22 am - 7:23 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-CID Cedar Rapids

10h 01m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,039United Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Fri, Sep 18

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Sep 29

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Sep 24

CID6:30 amCedar Rapids

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Sep 28

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Nov 18

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Nov 22

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4h 49m

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OMA12:17 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

$315

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Nov 18

DSM11:09 amDes Moines

4h 46m

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CAE4:55 pmColumbia Metropolitan

Nov 22

CAE8:28 pmColumbia Metropolitan

4h 58m

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DSM12:26 amDes Moines

$317

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Dec 12

OMA4:03 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

6h 52m

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Dec 31

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OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

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5:34 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Columbia Metropolitan

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1 stop7h 10m

$315

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OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

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Sat 12/12

4:03 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 12/31

8:23 pm-12:09 am

1 stop4h 46m

$315

OmahaColumbia

OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

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Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 11/18

12:57 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/22

8:28 pm-12:17 am

1 stop4h 49m

$315

OmahaColumbia

OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

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Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/29

6:00 am-2:26 pm

2 stops7h 26m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/3

5:38 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$359

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OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

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Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/29

6:00 am-2:26 pm

2 stops7h 26m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/3

3:03 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops9h 39m

$364

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CID Cedar Rapids - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

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Thu 9/24

6:30 am-2:26 pm

2 stops6h 56m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 9/28

5:38 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$383

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbia?

The cheapest month to fly to Columbia from Iowa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $274, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Columbia in February, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Iowa to Columbia during January average around $308.

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Best Price Found	$274
Fastest flight time	3h 53m
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The best one-way flight to Columbia from Iowa in the past 72 hours is $274. The best round-trip flight deal from Iowa to Columbia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $307.

The fastest flight from Iowa to Columbia takes 3h 53m

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Prices for flights from Iowa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
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There are 3 operators available for flights from Iowa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Iowa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Columbia Metropolitan Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Columbia Metropolitan Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,566 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $274	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,214 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $299	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,049 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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