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$130+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 3/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — CAE
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$130
(United Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$299
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/235:45 pmIAD - CAE
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/222:53 pmCAE - IAD
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$459
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.
Fri 12/275:00 amIAD - CAE
1 stop3h 33mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/38:24 pmCAE - IAD
1 stop3h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$513
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 12/236:57 pmIAD - CAE
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Wed 1/225:05 pmCAE - IAD
1 stop4h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/17$558

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Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/17

5:50 pm-7:34 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 1/23

9:45 am-11:23 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$259

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/23

6:00 am-11:39 am

1 stop5h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 1/27

7:15 pm-12:22 am

1 stop5h 07m

$278

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/15

6:31 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/17

5:10 am-8:42 am

1 stop3h 32m

$307

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/16

12:40 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$130

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/9

7:25 am-11:39 am

1 stop4h 14m

$139

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/1

5:29 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$224

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 12/29

10:35 am-3:27 pm

2 stops52h 52m

$1,941

Washington, D.C.Columbia

IAD - CAE

IADCAE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/30

8:05 pm-3:27 pm

2 stops43h 22m

$2,055

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FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
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PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Columbia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Dulles Intl to Columbia

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 IAD to CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 18, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 4% on airfare.

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 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from Washington, D.C. to Columbia. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
8,604 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
9,055 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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 Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Located just 6.5 mi from the city center, Columbia Metropolitan is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbia from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Metropolitan (CAE) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia round-trip?

    Currently priced at $259, United Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $278 and $307, respectively. United Airlines is 24% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $130 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $139 and American Airlines from $224 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia consider choosing CommutAir (82%), United Airlines (82%) or Lufthansa (81%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia?

    On average you can expect to pay $332 for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia. The cheapest flight overall is $124 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Columbia Metropolitan) is currently priced at $259.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Columbia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Columbia (average of $323). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 2 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to Columbia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$227Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$274Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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