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£458+ Cheap flights to Columbia

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18 Nov — 25 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Columbia in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Columbia

Mon 16/1106:40 -
2 stops22h 13m
Mon 23/1115:47 -
2 stops19h 13m
Deal found 16/10£583
Wed 11/1109:00 -
2 stops17h 02m
Wed 18/1112:22 -
1 stop15h 48m
Deal found 14/10£698
Wed 18/1107:40 -
1 stop18h 22m
Wed 25/1119:54 -
1 stop29h 46m
Deal found 19/10£701
Wed 18/1109:00 -
2 stops17h 02m
Wed 25/1110:16 -
2 stops15h 04m
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Mon 16/1107:30 -
2 stops16h 38m
Mon 23/1117:37 -
1 stop31h 18m
Deal found 16/10£705
Tue 1/1206:35 -
2 stops17h 48m
Tue 8/1215:02 -
2 stops15h 13m
Deal found 16/10£706
Mon 16/1107:50 -
1 stop18h 12m
Mon 23/1117:37 -
1 stop13h 23m
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Mon 16/1106:50 -
2 stops15h 10m
Mon 30/1114:52 -
2 stops13h 18m
Deal found 17/10£710
Sun 15/1111:05 -
2 stops37h 03m
Sun 22/1119:54 -
2 stops34h 21m
Deal found 16/10£714

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Return from

£559

One-way from

£458

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£800
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 1/2-15/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 40h 04m total
  • London to Columbia
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 9/12-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 44m total
  • London to Columbia
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LondonColumbia

LHR London Heathrow - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Wed 9/12

09:00-09:44

2 stops29h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£458

LondonColumbia

LHR London Heathrow - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Wed 2/12

09:00-09:44

2 stops29h 44m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£460

LondonColumbia

LHR London Heathrow - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Tue 15/12

08:40-23:51

2 stops20h 11m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£500
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LondonColumbia

LHR London Heathrow - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Tue 15/12

15:40-23:58

1 stop13h 18m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£507

LondonColumbia

LHR London Heathrow - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Thu 19/11

14:50-11:08

2 stops25h 18m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£606

LondonColumbia

LHR London Heathrow - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Wed 11/11

09:00-21:02

2 stops17h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 18/11

12:22-09:10

1 stop15h 48m

£698

LondonColumbia

LHR London Heathrow - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Wed 18/11

09:00-21:02

2 stops17h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 25/11

10:16-06:20

2 stops15h 04m

£704

LondonColumbia

LHR London Heathrow - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Wed 16/12

11:10-10:01

2 stops27h 51m

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 6/1

14:59-13:00

2 stops17h 01m

£730

LondonColumbia

LHR London Heathrow - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Mon 16/11

12:05-19:08

1 stop12h 03m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 30/11

14:52-10:50

1 stop14h 58m

£733

LondonColumbia

LHR London Heathrow - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Tue 1/12

07:40-17:09

1 stop14h 29m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 8/12

10:00-06:40

1 stop15h 40m

£733

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Columbia

How long is the flight to Columbia?

On average, a flight from London to Columbia takes 16 hours 59 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 airline flying from London to Columbia is Virgin Atlantic.

Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From £564
American Airlines
American Airlines
From £627
Finnair
Finnair
From £519
United Airlines
United Airlines
From £551

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Columbia?

The cheapest airline flying from London to Columbia is Virgin Atlantic.

Rainfall in Columbia 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

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

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Finnair,Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines 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.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,418 reviews
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Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,418 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,418 reviews
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Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
696 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,418 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,390 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,418 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.
American Airlines
7.0
Good
12,180 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,418 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.

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, Finnair 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 (12 hours 51 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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