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£524+ Cheap flights to Columbia

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4 Mar — 11 Mar1
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Flights to Columbia in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Columbia. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 2 February 2026.

Wed 18/307:30
LHR
-
CAE
2 stops15h 31m
United Airlines
Wed 25/310:36
CAE
-
LHR
2 stops18h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/2£583
Tue 17/311:10
LHR
-
CAE
2 stops26h 51m
United Airlines
Tue 24/319:39
CAE
-
LHR
1 stop11h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/1£584
Wed 4/309:00
LHR
-
CAE
2 stops30h 01m
United Airlines
Sun 15/315:35
CAE
-
LHR
1 stop34h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/2£587
Wed 4/308:55
LHR
-
CAE
1 stop12h 26m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 15/319:13
CAE
-
LHR
1 stop31h 12m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/2£595
Sat 28/209:00
LHR
-
CAE
2 stops19h 44m
United Airlines
Sat 7/314:52
CAE
-
LHR
1 stop10h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/1£641
Sat 28/207:40
LHR
-
CAE
1 stop18h 17m
Lufthansa
Sat 7/314:52
CAE
-
LHR
1 stop14h 58m
Lufthansa
Deal found 31/1£649
Fri 27/213:10
LHR
-
CAE
1 stop13h 11m
Finnair
Wed 11/316:12
CAE
-
LHR
1 stop13h 03m
Finnair
Deal found 31/1£650
Wed 4/309:20
LCY
-
CAE
2 stops19h 27m
KLM
Sun 15/319:13
CAE
-
LCY
2 stops17h 22m
KLM
Deal found 1/2£675
Sat 28/210:00
LCY
-
CAE
2 stops28h 28m
KLM
Sat 7/317:07
CAE
-
LCY
2 stops33h 08m
KLM
Deal found 31/1£1,836
Mon 20/409:15
LCY
-
CAE
2 stops19h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/419:14
CAE
-
LCY
2 stops17h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2£14,618

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Find the latest flights to Columbia in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 2 February 2026.

Return from

£583

One-way from

£524

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Average price

£586
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 18/3-25/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 34h 05m total
  • London to Columbia
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  • United Airlines
  • 22/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 11m total
  • London to Columbia
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonColumbia

LHR - CAE

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Wed 18/3

07:30-19:01

2 stops15h 31m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 25/3

10:36-09:10

2 stops18h 34m

£583

LondonColumbia

LHR - CAE

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Tue 17/3

11:10-10:01

2 stops26h 51m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 24/3

19:39-10:50

1 stop11h 11m

£584

LondonColumbia

LHR - CAE

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Wed 4/3

09:00-10:01

2 stops30h 01m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 15/3

15:35-05:55

1 stop34h 20m

£587

LondonColumbia

LHR - CAE

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Wed 4/3

08:55-16:21

1 stop12h 26m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 15/3

19:13-06:25

1 stop31h 12m

£595

LondonColumbia

LCY - CAE

LCYCAE

London City

Wed 4/3

09:20-23:47

2 stops19h 27m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 15/3

19:13-16:35

2 stops17h 22m

£675

LondonColumbia

LCY - CAE

LCYCAE

London City

Sat 28/2

10:00-09:28

2 stops28h 28m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 7/3

17:07-07:15

2 stops33h 08m

£1,836

LondonColumbia

LCY - CAE

LCYCAE

London City

Mon 20/4

09:15-23:59

2 stops19h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 30/4

19:14-17:20

2 stops17h 06m

£14,618

LondonColumbia

LHR - CAE

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Sun 22/3

06:50-19:01

2 stops16h 11m

£524

LondonColumbia

LHR - CAE

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Sun 22/3

08:30-21:00

3 stops40h 30m

£524

LondonColumbia

LHR - CAE

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Sat 21/3

06:50-19:01

2 stops16h 11m

£532

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Best time to book a flight to Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Columbia

When is the best time to book a flight to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Columbia. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Columbia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Columbia?

On average, a flight from London to Columbia takes 16 hours 19 minutes. Flights to Columbia from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Columbia?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Columbia are Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and KLM.

Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From £495
United Airlines
United Airlines
From £469
KLM
KLM
From £462
American Airlines
American Airlines
From £610

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Columbia?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Columbia are KLM, United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic.

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 66.0 - 140.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 140.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Columbia when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

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 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 7.0 C).

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 2 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Finnair, andVirgin Atlantic to the United States to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,446 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,446 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,446 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,357 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,446 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,446 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,226 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,446 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,709 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,446 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

FAQs about flying to Columbia

Getting around Columbia

Columbia’s urban core is pedestrian-friendly and taxicabs can be found near the hotels and waterfront.  Although the city has a decent bus system, it is scheduled and routed to meet the needs of local citizens and tourist destinations are not well served.  Many tourists choose to rent a car, particularly if planning to visit the city’s surrounding parklands.

Columbia airport overview

A small, convenient transport hub, Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is one of a few entry points for visitors to the “Palmetto State” of South Carolina.

Flights to Columbia Metropolitan Airport are operated by American carriers offering short connections to bigger, international airports such as Chicago O’Hare, New York’s LaGuardia, and Washington-Dulles.

South Carolina is often overlooked as a major tourist destination, but it is a beautiful state, offering plenty of outdoor activities, and down-home southern hospitality. Make sure you check out the Riverbank Botanical Gardens – one of the most beautiful urban parks in the whole of North America.

  • When is the best time to fly to Columbia?

    April marks the beginning of tourist season in Columbia and ushers in a variety of festivals and events with Jazz Appreciation, the Congaree Art Festival, Earth Fest and the Capital City Wing and Fling.  April and May bring the best weather of the year with warm temperatures and sunny skies – ideal for enjoying the city’s many parks.  June through September are hot months with greater than average precipitation.  Budget minded travellers should consider arriving in October, when hotel rates are lower, the weather is temperate and the city enjoys a month full of music and art festivals as well as hosting the South Carolina State Fair.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Columbia?

    Columbia Metropolitan (CAE), located 6.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Columbia.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Columbia if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Columbia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Columbia?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, KLM is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Columbia.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Columbia depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Columbia, London offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 11 minutes).

  • Does Columbia Metropolitan have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Columbia Metropolitan can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Columbia Metropolitan?

    Yes. Columbia Metropolitan has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Chic & Modern 2bd Near Cae is the closest property to Columbia Metropolitan (1.0 mi away from Columbia Metropolitan).

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