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More About Flying To Columbia from Erie

Route Information for Flights from Erie to Columbia

Origin Airport IATA Code
ERI
Destination Airport IATA Code
CAE
Distance
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Fly from Erie to Columbia

Erie International Airport

Orbitz.com searches numerous airline options to find you flights from Erie to the destination of your choice. Erie International Airport is located on West 12th Street, approximately seven miles from the center of Erie. Three major airlines service the airport-United, Delta and US Airways. When you use Orbitz.com to search for flights, all of the available options are displayed, making it easy to find good deals and purchase a low-cost air ticket.

Parking and Transportation

The airport has long-term parking available for $11 per day or $66 per week. However, if you're traveling for more than three days, it's cheaper to take a cab to and from the airport. The Erie Yellow Cab company takes passengers from the downtown Erie area to the airport for a flat fee of $17. Buses also run from the downtown area to the airport numerous times per day. If you need your own set of wheels when you arrive at your destination, you can reserve a rental car on the Orbitz.com website, or purchase a package to save money.

Dining at the Airport

The ERI Café is a full-service restaurant located adjacent to the main lobby. The restaurant serves full meals, drinks and appetizers. If you just need a quick snack before your flight, there is a vending area across from the information desk. When you use Orbitz.com to find flights from Erie, all of your travel arrangements are taken care of before you get to the airport. This gives you plenty of time to relax and get something to eat before you hop on the plane.

Airports in Columbia

Columbia Metropolitan Airport in West Columbia, South Carolina, services more than 1.2 million passengers annually. One of the best ways to find cheap flights to Columbia is to check Orbitz.com, which searches hundreds of flights to ensure you get the best deal. Located approximately 10 miles from downtown Columbia, this airport is serviced by Delta, American Eagle, US Airways and United.

Transportation From the Airport

When your flight lands at Columbia Metropolitan Airport, you can take a taxi to the hotel of your choice. If you want to rent a car to make traveling around the city easier during your stay, you can check for package deals that include low-cost flights to Columbia, hotel rooms and rental cars on Orbitz.com. Many of the larger hotels near the airport offer complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport.

Weather in Columbia

Daytime temperatures in Columbia are fairly mild during the winter months, with highs in the 50s. During the summer, the weather is hot with highs in the 80s to 90s. Nighttime lows rarely dip lower than the upper 30s during the winter and the 60s during the summer. If you are traveling during the summer months, bring an umbrella or rain coat, as pop-up showers are possible.

Colombia's Major Attractions

Once you book cheap flights to Columbia on Orbitz.com, you will have to decide what to do. You can go to the award-winning Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Garden. You may also want to visit the State Museum or find sales on tickets to a production at one of the many theatres in the area.

Frequently asked questions

What is the shortest flight from Erie to Columbia?
If conditions are good and there are no delays, you could be touching down at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) from ERI in only 2 hours and 42 minutes. With such a brief flight time, consider taking just hand luggage.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won't keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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