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£366+ Cheap flights to Columbia

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 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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20 Apr — 27 Apr1
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Flights to Columbia in 2025

Find the latest flights to Columbia in 2025, 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 15 April 2025.

Return from

£542

One-way from

£366

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£688
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 6/5-11/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 66h 42m total
  • London to Columbia
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14/9
  • 14/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 43m total
  • London to Columbia
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 April 2025.

Tue 6/508:40LHR - CAE
2 stops37h 21mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 11/519:59CAE - LHR
2 stops29h 21mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 14/4£542
Tue 13/509:55LHR - CAE
2 stops19h 03mDelta
Tue 20/515:43CAE - LHR
2 stops14h 42mDelta
Deal found 14/4£562
Sun 4/519:45LHR - CAE
2 stops25h 36mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/519:59CAE - LHR
2 stops29h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£569
Tue 6/509:20LHR - CAE
1 stop12h 01mKLM
Sun 11/519:59CAE - LHR
1 stop12h 31mKLM
Deal found 14/4£582
Tue 13/512:15LHR - CAE
1 stop11h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 20/510:26CAE - LHR
1 stop15h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/4£630
Tue 13/519:20LCY - CAE
2 stops28h 34mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/510:26CAE - LCY
2 stops21h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£692
Fri 16/507:30LHR - CAE
2 stops38h 26mLufthansa
Fri 30/514:54CAE - LHR
1 stop14h 46mLufthansa
Deal found 14/4£693
Sun 4/506:40LHR - CAE
3 stops22h 04mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 19/517:55CAE - LHR
2 stops17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 14/4£874

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonColumbia

LHR - CAE

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Tue 6/5

08:40-17:01

2 stops37h 21m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/5

19:59-06:20

2 stops29h 21m

£542

LondonColumbia

LHR - CAE

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Tue 13/5

09:55-23:58

2 stops19h 03m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 20/5

15:43-11:25

2 stops14h 42m

£562

LondonColumbia

LHR - CAE

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Sun 4/5

19:45-16:21

2 stops25h 36m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 19/5

19:59-06:20

2 stops29h 21m

£569

LondonColumbia

LHR - CAE

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Tue 6/5

09:20-16:21

1 stop12h 01m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/5

19:59-13:30

1 stop12h 31m

£582

LondonColumbia

LHR - CAE

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Tue 13/5

12:15-18:54

1 stop11h 39m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 20/5

10:26-06:55

1 stop15h 29m

£630

LondonColumbia

LCY - CAE

LCYCAE

London City

Tue 13/5

19:20-18:54

2 stops28h 34m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 20/5

10:26-12:30

2 stops21h 04m

£692

LondonColumbia

LHR - CAE

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Fri 16/5

07:30-16:56

2 stops38h 26m

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 30/5

14:54-10:40

1 stop14h 46m

£693

LondonColumbia

LHR - CAE

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Sun 4/5

06:40-23:44

3 stops22h 04m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 19/5

17:55-16:00

2 stops17h 05m

£874

LondonColumbia

LHR - CAE

LHRCAE

London Heathrow

Sun 29/6

21:45-12:23

3 stops43h 38m

£448

LondonColumbia

LCY - CAE

LCYCAE

London City

Sun 14/9

19:00-17:22

2 stops27h 22m

£702

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Best time to book a flight to Columbia

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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 11 April 2025.

Booking 52 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 14 hours 57 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Columbia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Columbia should consider flying on Tuesday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Thursday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Columbia?

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

Finnair

Finnair

From £640

Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic

From £635

KLM

KLM

From £681

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

From £806

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Columbia?

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

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 15 April 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,916 reviews
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Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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
7,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,916 reviews
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Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,916 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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
8,656 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,916 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
642 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,916 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,335 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,916 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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

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, Virgin Atlantic 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 (11 hours 42 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. Red Roof Inn Columbia, SC Airport is the closest property to Columbia Metropolitan (1.0 mi away from Columbia Metropolitan).

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