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$198+ Cheap flights from Baltimore to Columbia (BWI - 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 5/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — CAE
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Baltimore/Washington to Columbia Metropolitan are usually found in January or May, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Baltimore to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Baltimore (BWI) to Columbia (CAE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$256
(Delta)

One-way from

$218
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$608
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Cheapest flights from Baltimore to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Baltimore to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/188:00 amBWI - CAE
1 stop6h 43mDelta
Wed 12/256:29 pmCAE - BWI
1 stop6h 09mDelta
Deal found 12/17$537
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/278:05 amBWI - CAE
1 stop4h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/295:10 amCAE - BWI
1 stop3h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$558
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/215:16 pmBWI - CAE
1 stop5h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/236:15 amCAE - BWI
1 stop7h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,825

Find flights from Baltimore to Columbia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Baltimore 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 December 18, 2024.

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BaltimoreColumbia

BWI - CAE

BWICAE

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/8

6:00 am-9:56 am

1 stop3h 56m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 1/9

7:13 pm-12:37 am

1 stop5h 24m

$256

BaltimoreColumbia

BWI - CAE

BWICAE

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/1

9:13 am-2:07 pm

1 stop4h 54m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 3/4

4:02 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$303

BaltimoreColumbia

BWI - CAE

BWICAE

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/1

6:20 am-4:26 pm

1 stop10h 06m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/5

6:15 am-9:36 pm

1 stop15h 21m

$880

BaltimoreColumbia

BWI - CAE

BWICAE

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/30

7:00 am-12:16 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$198

BaltimoreColumbia

BWI - CAE

BWICAE

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/25

8:05 am-12:32 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$218

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Deals found on 12/18

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Baltimore to Columbia in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Baltimore-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Baltimore-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Baltimore-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Baltimore-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Baltimore-Columbia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Baltimore to Columbia

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Travel insights for flights from Baltimore to Columbia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Baltimore to Columbia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Baltimore to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Baltimore to Columbia. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Baltimore to Columbia is 28 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Baltimore to Columbia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $391). 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 BWI to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Baltimore 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 December 18, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Baltimore to Columbia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Baltimore to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Baltimore to Columbia. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Baltimore to Columbia flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 18, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Baltimore to Columbia, such as Delta and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Baltimore to Columbia round-trip?

    Currently priced at $256, Delta will fly you from Baltimore to Columbia and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $303 and $880, respectively. You may be able to fly from Baltimore to Columbia for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Baltimore 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 Baltimore to Columbia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Baltimore to Columbia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $391). 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 3 airlines flying from Baltimore to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Baltimore 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$234Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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