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$144+ Cheap flights from Alabama to Columbia (CAE)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — CAE
avr. 27 — mai 41
dim. 4/27
dim. 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Alabama to Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Alabama to Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated avril 22, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$199
(Delta)

One-way from

$144
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$736
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Cheapest flights from Alabama to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Alabama to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on avril 22, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 5/212:00 pmATL - CAE
Nonstop0h 58mDelta
mer. 5/2811:24 amCAE - ATL
Nonstop1h 09mDelta
Deal found 4/21$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 6/145:00 amATL - CAE
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
sam. 6/285:10 amCAE - ATL
1 stop3h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$219
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/16:00 amATL - CAE
1 stop6h 23mMultiple Airlines
dim. 7/139:50 pmCAE - ATL
1 stop12h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$260
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 6/266:00 amPNS - CAE
1 stop5h 23mMultiple Airlines
dim. 6/292:48 pmCAE - PNS
1 stop5h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 6/47:30 amBHM - CAE
1 stop4h 28mDelta
mer. 6/1111:03 amCAE - BHM
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Deal found 4/21$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/65:19 pmHSV - CAE
1 stop5h 25mDelta
mer. 5/710:04 amCAE - HSV
1 stop2h 41mDelta
Deal found 4/22$431
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 6/145:45 amATL - CAE
2 stops9h 18mSpirit Airlines
sam. 6/145:30 pmCAE - ATL
2 stops30h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/21$469
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/67:30 pmCHA - CAE
1 stop4h 14mDelta
sam. 5/105:55 pmCAE - CHA
1 stop2h 39mDelta
Deal found 4/21$473
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 5/237:15 pmBHM - CAE
1 stop3h 39mAmerican Airlines
dim. 5/257:10 amCAE - BHM
1 stop3h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$478
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 5/77:32 amHSV - CAE
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
dim. 5/116:02 pmCAE - HSV
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$493
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/196:42 pmATL - CAE
2 stops19h 30mUnited Airlines
lun. 5/267:49 pmCAE - ATL
1 stop18h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$494
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 5/17:20 amPNS - CAE
1 stop3h 49mAmerican Airlines
dim. 5/46:32 pmCAE - PNS
1 stop3h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$527

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Alabama to Columbia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated avril 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Alabama to Columbia that are best for you.

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Alabama

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AtlantaColumbia

ATL - CAE

ATLCAE

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mer. 5/21

2:00 pm-2:58 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

Columbia Metropolitan

mer. 5/28

11:24 am-12:33 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$199

AtlantaColumbia

ATL - CAE

ATLCAE

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

sam. 6/14

5:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 45m

Columbia Metropolitan

sam. 6/28

5:10 am-8:24 am

1 stop3h 14m

$219

AtlantaColumbia

ATL - CAE

ATLCAE

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mar. 7/1

6:00 am-12:23 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Columbia Metropolitan

dim. 7/13

9:50 pm-10:22 am

1 stop12h 32m

$260

PensacolaColumbia

PNS - CAE

PNSCAE

Pensacola

jeu. 6/26

6:00 am-12:23 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Columbia Metropolitan

dim. 6/29

2:48 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$314

BirminghamColumbia

BHM - CAE

BHMCAE

Birmingham

mer. 6/4

7:30 am-12:58 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

mer. 6/11

11:03 am-2:55 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$347

HuntsvilleColumbia

HSV - CAE

HSVCAE

Huntsville

mar. 5/6

5:19 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Columbia Metropolitan

mer. 5/7

10:04 am-11:45 am

1 stop2h 41m

$431

AtlantaColumbia

ATL - CAE

ATLCAE

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

sam. 6/14

5:45 am-3:03 pm

2 stops9h 18m

Columbia Metropolitan

sam. 6/14

5:30 pm-12:17 am

2 stops30h 47m

$469

ChattanoogaColumbia

CHA - CAE

CHACAE

Chattanooga Lovell Field

mar. 5/6

7:30 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Columbia Metropolitan

sam. 5/10

5:55 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop2h 39m

$473

BirminghamColumbia

BHM - CAE

BHMCAE

Birmingham

ven. 5/23

7:15 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop3h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

dim. 5/25

7:10 am-9:37 am

1 stop3h 27m

$478

HuntsvilleColumbia

HSV - CAE

HSVCAE

Huntsville

mer. 5/7

7:32 am-12:26 pm

1 stop3h 54m

Columbia Metropolitan

dim. 5/11

6:02 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$493

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/22

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Best time to book a flight from Alabama to Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Alabama to Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Alabama to Columbia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Alabama to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AL to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Alabama to Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated avril 22, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Alabama to Columbia as you normally would.

Rainfall in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 5.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.5 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Columbia by month

Plan your trip to Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Columbia. Reviews last updated avril 22, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Alabama to Columbia. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,940 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Alabama to Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Columbia from Alabama?

    Located just 6.5 mi from the city center, Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbia from Alabama.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Alabama to Columbia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $144 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $179 and United Airlines from $237 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Alabama to Columbia?

    The most popular flight routes from Alabama to Columbia are Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Columbia Metropolitan, Birmingham - Columbia Metropolitan and Pensacola - Columbia Metropolitan.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Alabama to Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Alabama to Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Alabama to Columbia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Alabama to Columbia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Alabama to Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Alabama to Columbia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Alabama to Columbia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Alabama to Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Alabama to Columbia

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Alabama to Columbia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated avril 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$353Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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