Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE): what you need to know
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your CLT to CAE flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
American Airlines is your gateway to discovering Columbia (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for CLT to CAE flights, with 83.78% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between CLT and CAE include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
£123 is the best price for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight. Return flights start at £163. These fares can change based on demand.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from CLT to CAE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from CLT to CAE.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
When it comes to Charlotte Douglas International Airport's on-time performance, 77.67% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Charlotte to Charlotte Douglas International Airport is around 9 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport usually takes 4 hours 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near CLT:
Arriving at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAE instead:
Pick up a Columbia Metropolitan Airport rental car and explore Columbia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Enterprise are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Columbia Metropolitan Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to central Columbia
You'll find CAE at 125-A Summer Lake.
Columbia Metropolitan Airport to the centre of Columbia has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 7 miles away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
The quietest month for a flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Columbia based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport for July if you'd like to visit Columbia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CLT to CAE in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Columbia, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel around 260 miles south to Jacksonville to check off its popular sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United States, consider Charlotte, roughly 85 miles north of Columbia. NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum are among its highlights.
