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$138+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — CAE
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Illinois (USIL) 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 19, 2024.

Round-trip from

$248
(Delta)

One-way from

$138
(Delta)
From Illinois to Columbia Metropolitan
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/315:17 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop5h 42mDelta
Tue 1/75:35 amCAE - STL
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Deal found 12/18$283
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/312:27 pmSTL - CAE
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/55:10 amCAE - STL
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$353
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.
Thu 12/2611:20 amBMI - CAE
2 stops9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/287:45 amCAE - BMI
1 stop4h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$443
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/264:05 pmORD - CAE
1 stop4h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/17:45 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$446
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/226:30 pmORD - CAE
Nonstop2h 16mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/46:15 amCAE - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$583
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/266:00 amMDW - CAE
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Wed 1/16:00 amCAE - MDW
1 stop4h 23mDelta
Deal found 12/18$628
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:00 amSTL - CAE
2 stops10h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/79:45 amCAE - STL
2 stops11h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$684
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/242:25 pmPIA - CAE
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/296:15 amCAE - PIA
1 stop6h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$779
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/243:45 pmMLI - CAE
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/296:15 amCAE - MLI
1 stop15h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$882
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.
Mon 12/235:40 amORD - CAE
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Fri 1/32:19 pmCAE - ORD
2 stops7h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/17$997

Find flights from Illinois to Columbia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 19, 2024.

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St. LouisColumbia

STL - CAE

STLCAE

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 2/6

1:35 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 2/9

5:35 am-9:21 am

1 stop4h 46m

$248

St. LouisColumbia

STL - CAE

STLCAE

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/1

6:30 am-12:35 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 1/8

8:14 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$253

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/4

10:58 am-2:06 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 2/6

6:15 am-7:46 am

Nonstop2h 31m

$279

MolineColumbia

MLI - CAE

MLICAE

Moline Quad-City

Fri 1/10

5:05 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 1/21

5:05 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$293

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/15

2:35 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 1/21

6:00 am-1:48 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$298

ChicagoColumbia

MDW - CAE

MDWCAE

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/1

3:41 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop3h 37m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 2/8

10:45 am-2:53 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$298

MolineColumbia

MLI - CAE

MLICAE

Moline Quad-City

Fri 1/10

4:33 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 1/21

12:52 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops9h 37m

$334

ChicagoColumbia

ORD - CAE

ORDCAE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/13

2:55 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/17

5:10 am-8:29 am

1 stop4h 19m

$337

PeoriaColumbia

PIA - CAE

PIACAE

Greater Peoria

Thu 1/2

8:15 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 1/6

6:15 am-11:19 am

1 stop6h 04m

$404

St. LouisColumbia

STL - CAE

STLCAE

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/2

1:05 pm-7:29 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 1/6

6:15 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$458

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Columbia

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Columbia

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 19, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Columbia

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 December 19, 2024.

The most flights from USIL to CAE are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 December 19, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from Illinois to Columbia to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,600 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
9,048 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,600 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Columbia Metropolitan (CAE), located 6.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Columbia.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois 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 $138. United Airlines flights start at $140 while deals on American Airlines start at $181 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Illinois to Columbia is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbia Metropolitan. You may also consider Lambert-St Louis - Columbia Metropolitan or Chicago Midway - Columbia Metropolitan.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Illinois to Columbia on time: SkyWest Airlines (89%), United Airlines (89%), Lufthansa (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Columbia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $133. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Columbia Metropolitan) can be booked for $279 on average our data indicates $345 when flying from Illinois to Columbia.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$207Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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