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$259+ Cheap flights from Portland to Columbia (PDX - 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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — CAE
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Portland to Columbia Metropolitan are usually found in November or February, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$369
(Delta)

One-way from

$259
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$443
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($61 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 9/106:00 amPDX - CAE
2 stops12h 53mDelta
Sat 9/205:40 amCAE - PDX
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Deal found 2/19$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/711:59 pmPDX - CAE
2 stops11h 22mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/115:15 amCAE - PDX
2 stops11h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/77:07 pmPDX - CAE
2 stops11h 43mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/1110:25 amCAE - PDX
3 stops17h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$485
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2012:00 pmPDX - CAE
2 stops21h 33mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/291:12 pmCAE - PDX
2 stops13h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$923

Find flights from Portland to Columbia within your budget

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Portland

Fly to

Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Fri 3/7

11:05 pm-10:42 am

1 stop8h 37m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 3/11

5:05 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$369

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Fri 3/7

11:59 pm-2:21 pm

2 stops11h 22m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 3/11

5:15 am-1:22 pm

2 stops11h 07m

$379

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Fri 3/7

7:07 pm-9:50 am

2 stops11h 43m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 3/11

10:25 am-12:50 am

3 stops17h 25m

$485

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Wed 3/12

2:12 pm-12:13 am

1 stop7h 01m

$259

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Tue 3/11

12:59 am-4:05 pm

2 stops12h 06m

$264

PortlandColumbia

PDX - CAE

PDXCAE

Portland

Wed 3/12

7:00 am-4:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$309

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Deals found on 2/18

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

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to Columbia

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Columbia. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Portland to Columbia is 90 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 Portland to Columbia?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 February 20, 2025.

When flying from Portland to Columbia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the morning.

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 February 20, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,220 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,766 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,220 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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 Portland to Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Delta, at $369, was found to be the cheapest airline from Portland to Columbia.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Delta is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $259 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $264 and United Airlines from $309 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$301Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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