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$249+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Columbia (CAE)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CAE
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Columbia

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Round-trip from

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August

Average price

$577
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa 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.
Wed 5/712:18 pmCID - CAE
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/144:24 pmCAE - CID
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$249
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.
Wed 5/147:20 amDSM - CAE
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/216:02 pmCAE - DSM
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$249
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.
Wed 5/75:20 amOMA - CAE
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Sun 5/115:55 pmCAE - OMA
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Deal found 3/30$259
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 5/245:55 amCID - CAE
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Wed 5/285:55 pmCAE - CID
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Deal found 3/30$263
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.
Wed 5/145:00 amOMA - CAE
2 stops9h 53mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/215:24 amCAE - OMA
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 7/34:20 pmMLI - CAE
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/86:03 pmCAE - MLI
1 stop5h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$319
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/298:14 amCID - CAE
2 stops9h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/62:50 pmCAE - CID
2 stops7h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 7/33:45 pmMLI - CAE
2 stops21h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/810:29 amCAE - MLI
2 stops12h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$423
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 5/83:28 pmOMA - CAE
2 stops17h 23mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/1010:26 amCAE - OMA
2 stops11h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$553
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/65:45 amDSM - CAE
2 stops12h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/92:53 pmCAE - DSM
3 stops20h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,135

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 Iowa to Columbia that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsColumbia

CID - CAE

CIDCAE

Cedar Rapids

Wed 5/7

12:18 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 5/14

4:24 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$249

Des MoinesColumbia

DSM - CAE

DSMCAE

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

7:20 am-3:10 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 5/21

6:02 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$249

OmahaColumbia

OMA - CAE

OMACAE

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/7

5:20 am-12:58 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 5/11

5:55 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$259

Cedar RapidsColumbia

CID - CAE

CIDCAE

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/24

5:55 am-1:03 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 5/28

5:55 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$263

OmahaColumbia

OMA - CAE

OMACAE

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/14

5:00 am-3:53 pm

2 stops9h 53m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 5/21

5:24 am-11:53 am

1 stop7h 29m

$264

MolineColumbia

MLI - CAE

MLICAE

Moline Quad-City

Thu 7/3

4:20 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 7/8

6:03 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$319

Cedar RapidsColumbia

CID - CAE

CIDCAE

Cedar Rapids

Tue 4/29

8:14 am-6:59 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 5/6

2:50 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops7h 49m

$355

MolineColumbia

MLI - CAE

MLICAE

Moline Quad-City

Thu 7/3

3:45 pm-2:22 pm

2 stops21h 37m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 7/8

10:29 am-9:37 pm

2 stops12h 08m

$423

OmahaColumbia

OMA - CAE

OMACAE

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/8

3:28 pm-9:51 am

2 stops17h 23m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 5/10

10:26 am-9:23 pm

2 stops11h 57m

$553

Des MoinesColumbia

DSM - CAE

DSMCAE

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

11:26 am-4:56 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$290

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Columbia

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

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

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

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 Iowa to Columbia, such as Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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 Iowa 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 Iowa?

    For a flight from Iowa to Columbia, you will be flying into Metropolitan. Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is just 6.5 mi from the center of the city.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Iowa to Columbia consider Omaha Eppley Airfield - Columbia Metropolitan, Cedar Rapids - Columbia Metropolitan or Des Moines - Columbia Metropolitan as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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
DeltaCheapest$238Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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