HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Detroit

$149+ Cheap flights from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (CAE - DTW)

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — DTW
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Columbia to Detroit with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) to Detroit (DTW). 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 January 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$333
Provider with most accurate pricing for Columbia Metropolitan-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Columbia Metropolitan-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flights.
Search Deals
From Columbia Metropolitan to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Search Deals
One-way flight from Columbia Metropolitan to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Columbia to Detroit

Cheapest flights from Columbia to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Sat 2/155:10 amCAE - DTW
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/165:35 amDTW - CAE
1 stop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 2/125:35 amCAE - DTW
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Wed 2/124:25 pmDTW - CAE
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 1/30$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/116:11 amCAE - DTW
2 stops9h 33mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/1212:06 pmDTW - CAE
2 stops9h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$408

Find flights from Columbia to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia to Detroit 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 January 30, 2025.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaDetroit

CAE - DTW

CAEDTW

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 2/15

5:10 am-11:13 am

1 stop6h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/16

5:35 am-10:36 am

1 stop5h 01m

$229

ColumbiaDetroit

CAE - DTW

CAEDTW

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 2/12

5:35 am-10:51 am

1 stop5h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/12

4:25 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$237

ColumbiaDetroit

CAE - DTW

CAEDTW

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 3/11

6:11 am-3:44 pm

2 stops9h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/12

12:06 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops9h 33m

$408

ColumbiaDetroit

CAE - DTW

CAEDTW

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 3/3

8:03 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 12m

$149

ColumbiaDetroit

CAE - DTW

CAEDTW

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 3/3

2:46 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops7h 34m

$220

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/30

Compare providers for flights from Columbia to Detroit

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbia to Detroit in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Columbia-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbia-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbia-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Columbia-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Columbia to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Columbia with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from Columbia to Detroit

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 CAE to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Columbia to Detroit have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

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
8,454 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

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
8,913 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

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
8,454 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

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 Columbia to Detroit. 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 Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $229 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $237 and $408 round-trip. American Airlines is 51% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbia to Detroit 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 Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Columbia?

Book flights to Columbia if you plan to visit one of these locations
Sterling Heights
Warren
Dearborn
Novi
Waterford
Troy
Southfield
Romulus
Belleville
Clarkston
Utica
Ypsilanti
Plymouth
Monroe
Livonia
Wixom
Auburn Hills
Put-in-Bay
Chelsea
Brighton

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 2 airlines flying from Columbia to Detroit

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbia to Detroit. 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$248Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.