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$115+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CAE
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Columbia Metropolitan are usually found in January or August, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 March 31, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$224
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$115
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$545

Good round-trip deal

$428 or less

Good one-way deal

$207 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sat 5/1011:37 amORD - CAE
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/174:19 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop4h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sat 5/109:45 amORD - CAE
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Sun 6/17:59 pmCAE - ORD
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Deal found 3/30$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sat 5/1010:25 amMDW - CAE
1 stop3h 35mDelta
Tue 6/33:43 pmCAE - MDW
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Deal found 3/30$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 6/254:50 pmORD - CAE
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/294:15 pmCAE - ORD
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 5/1411:10 amORD - CAE
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/2110:36 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$289

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Columbia that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/10

11:37 am-6:36 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 5/17

4:19 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop4h 16m

$224

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/10

9:45 am-4:59 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/1

7:59 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

MDW - CAE

MDWCAE

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/10

10:25 am-3:00 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 6/3

3:43 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$229

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/25

4:50 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 6/29

4:15 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$281

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/14

8:50 am-2:12 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 5/21

10:36 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$289

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/3

5:30 am-12:58 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$115

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/22

5:15 am-12:23 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$170

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/16

6:30 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$202

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/9

2:49 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$212

ChicagoColumbia

MDW - CAE

MDWCAE

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/15

12:48 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$222

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Deals found on 3/30

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Columbia in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Chicago-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-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 Chicago-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 Chicago to Columbia

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Columbia. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Columbia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Chicago 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 CHI to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 March 31, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Columbia in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Columbia

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Columbia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to CAE are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 March 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Columbia, such as Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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
7,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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
8,614 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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
7,899 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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
7,883 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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 Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Most people fly into Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) if they book a flight to Columbia from Chicago. On average, Metropolitan has 5 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 3 airlines. Columbia Metropolitan is conveniently located just 6.5 mi from Columbia’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Columbia is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $224 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $229 and $289 round-trip. American Airlines is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $115. Spirit Airlines flights start at $170 while deals on American Airlines start at $196 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Columbia?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Columbia are SkyWest Airlines (77%), Air New Zealand (77%) and United Airlines (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Columbia?

    On average you can expect to pay $394 for a flight from Chicago to Columbia. The cheapest flight overall is $163 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbia Metropolitan) is currently priced at $229.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$246Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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