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$99+ Cheap flights from Virginia 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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — CAE
Jan 13 — Jan 201
Tue 1/13
Tue 1/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Virginia to Columbia

Cheapest flights from Virginia to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Virginia to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 14, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/255:15 pmIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/297:37 pmCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$232
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/318:23 amDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/36:09 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/188:20 amIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/2610:40 amCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Mon 12/297:50 pmDCA - CAE
1 stop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/110:39 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/278:23 amDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/306:09 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$272
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/268:23 amDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/296:09 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/12$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/318:23 amDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/46:09 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/12$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/178:19 amDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/306:09 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/12$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/165:35 pmIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/227:37 pmCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/2512:30 pmDCA - CAE
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/296:09 amCAE - DCA
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/268:20 amIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/297:37 pmCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/268:20 amIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/306:20 amCAE - IAD
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$311

Find flight deals from Virginia to Columbia

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Round-trip from

$227
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$99
(Trip.com)

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Cheapest in

February
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Virginia 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 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Virginia to Columbia that are best for you.

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Columbia

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Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/28

1:44 pm-5:07 pm

1 stop3h 23m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 2/4

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$227

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/8

11:00 am-3:47 pm

1 stop4h 47m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/11

7:00 am-12:57 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$234

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/29

3:59 pm-5:39 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 2/1

7:20 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$234

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/9

5:55 am-9:42 am

1 stop3h 47m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 1/16

6:21 pm-7:54 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$244

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 2/6

8:47 pm-10:31 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 2/8

5:28 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$244

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/15

9:16 pm-10:56 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/18

6:18 am-11:00 am

1 stop4h 42m

$244

RichmondColumbia

RIC - CAE

RICCAE

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/19

12:50 pm-4:21 pm

1 stop3h 31m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 2/21

5:07 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop4h 01m

$249

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

8:23 am-10:08 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/3

6:09 am-7:44 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$249

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/3

8:20 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/4

7:37 pm-9:17 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$250

Washington, D.C.Columbia

DCA - CAE

DCACAE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/9

6:59 am-11:58 am

1 stop4h 59m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 1/11

7:00 am-12:57 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from Virginia to Columbia

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to Columbia (average of $51). Flying from Virginia to Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $114). 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 VA to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Virginia 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 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Virginia to Columbia in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Columbia from Virginia, you will be flying to Metropolitan, which is the city’s only airport. Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) is located 6.5 mi from the center of Columbia.

  • How long is the flight from Virginia to Columbia?

    Airlines like American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Virginia to Columbia in about 1h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 02m. There are 401 mi between Virginia and Columbia. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Virginia to Columbia consider Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Columbia Metropolitan, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Columbia Metropolitan or Raleigh-Durham - Columbia Metropolitan as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to Columbia (average of $51). Flying from Virginia to Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $114). 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 airline flying from Virginia to Columbia

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Virginia 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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