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$174+ Cheap flights from Minnesota 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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — CAE
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Columbia

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$324
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$174
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$416
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Cheapest flights from Minnesota to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 5/101:09 pmFAR - CAE
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/136:10 amCAE - FAR
2 stops10h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/71:03 pmMSP - CAE
1 stop8h 53mDelta
Wed 5/1410:04 amCAE - MSP
1 stop6h 24mDelta
Deal found 4/16$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/75:28 amMSP - CAE
2 stops7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/147:10 amCAE - MSP
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$352
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/1010:50 amFAR - CAE
1 stop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/132:50 pmCAE - FAR
2 stops8h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$458
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Fri 5/26:00 amMSP - CAE
2 stops11h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/65:31 pmCAE - MSP
1 stop5h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$528

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to Columbia that are best for you.

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Minnesota

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Columbia

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Depart

Return

Price

FargoColumbia

FAR - CAE

FARCAE

Fargo Hector Field

Sat 5/10

6:15 am-3:44 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 5/13

4:24 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$324

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/7

1:03 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 5/14

10:04 am-3:28 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$347

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/7

5:28 am-2:07 pm

2 stops7h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 5/14

7:10 am-1:01 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$352

FargoColumbia

FAR - CAE

FARCAE

Fargo Hector Field

Sat 5/10

10:50 am-4:56 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 5/13

2:50 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$458

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/2

6:00 am-6:54 pm

2 stops11h 54m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 5/6

5:31 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$528

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/21

3:34 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$174

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/21

6:06 am-2:41 pm

3 stops31h 35m

$229

MinneapolisColumbia

MSP - CAE

MSPCAE

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 6/1

6:00 am-2:17 pm

2 stops7h 17m

$394

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Deals found on 4/16

Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Columbia

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 April 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Minnesota 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 April 17, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Minnesota to Columbia, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. 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
7,916 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
7,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
8,667 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
7,916 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota?

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

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

    Most travelers choose Minneapolis St Paul - Columbia Metropolitan, Fargo Hector Field - Columbia Metropolitan or Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field - Columbia Metropolitan when deciding on the best route from Minnesota to Columbia.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$248Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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