$100 Cheap Flights from Louisville (SDF) to Columbia (CAE)

Popular airlines from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)

  • Plan, book, fly with confidence

  • trending down icon
    Be in the know
    Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise*
  • bex rewards loyalty icon
    Book smarter
    Save up to 30% on select hotels after you book a flight*
  • one key icon
    Earn twice
    Earn your airline miles on top of our OneKeyCash
Find available prices by choosing your travel dates.

Cheap Flights from Louisville to Columbia (SDF-CAE)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $100 for one-way flights and $199 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Delta
American Airlines
American Airlines
Delta
Delta
United
American Airlines
Delta
United
Flights from Louisville (SDF) to Columbia (CAE)
Origin airport
Louisville Intl.
Destination airport
Columbia Metropolitan
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Roundtrip price
$198
Distance
390 mi

Louisville to Columbia Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Louisville to Columbia

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Louisville to Columbia are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Louisville to Columbia with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Louisville to Columbia

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Louisville to Columbia: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Louisville to Columbia

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Louisville to Columbia in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $100 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Louisville to Columbia flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Louisville to Columbia airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport last minute?
Booking your trip from Louisville Muhammad Ali Intl. Airport to CAE last minute could save you a tidy sum if you get lucky and find a good deal. However, fares usually don’t drop in price as the date of departure nears. If you hold off, flights could also be booked solid or the best seats long gone. If you’d rather err on the side of caution, book well ahead of your departure date. Note that some of the biggest deals can be found up to a year in advance. If your favorite airline hasn’t released its fares yet, check back regularly as deals are updated on Expedia constantly.
What airports do you fly into for Columbia from Louisville?
With Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), Sumter, SC (SSC-Shaw Air Force Base) and Aiken, SC (AIK-Aiken Municipal) to select from, making your way from Louisville to Columbia is simple. The city’s main gateway, Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), is about 7 mi southwest of the downtown area. As well as the price of fares, consider things like bus or train options from the airport and the distance to your hotel when choosing where to fly into. Get your Columbia adventure off to a flying start by exploring University of South Carolina and South Carolina State House.
Can I change the date of my flight from SDF to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?
It’s a cinch to make changes to your SDF to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) trip yourself. Access your details via the Expedia Trips portal and choose “change flight.” Look for new flights and choose the one that better suits your plans. You’ll get an estimate of your flight change fee, if applicable. You can also head to our Customer Service portal to connect with our Virtual Agent and quickly get answers to your questions.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

*Available to One Key members.