$288 Cheap flight deals from Richmond (RIC) to Columbia (CAE)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Richmond to Columbia

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 18
RIC
Richmond Intl.
CAE
Columbia Metropolitan
$293 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$293
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Feb 6 from Richmond Intl. to Columbia Metropolitan, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $293 found 1 day ago

Airfares from $288 One Way, $249 Round Trip from Richmond to Columbia

Prices starting at $249 for return flights and $288 for one-way flights to Columbia were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 12
RIC
Richmond
CAE
Columbia
$249 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$249
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, May 9 from Richmond to Columbia, returning Tue, May 12, priced at $249 found 8 hours ago
Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12
RIC
Richmond
CAE
Columbia
$251 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$251
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, May 5 from Richmond to Columbia, returning Tue, May 12, priced at $251 found 8 hours ago
Tue, Mar 24 - Sat, Mar 28
RIC
Richmond
CAE
Columbia
$254 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$254
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Mar 24 from Richmond to Columbia, returning Sat, Mar 28, priced at $254 found 4 days ago
Wed, Mar 25 - Sat, Mar 28
RIC
Richmond
CAE
Columbia
$257 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Mar 25 from Richmond to Columbia, returning Sat, Mar 28, priced at $257 found 4 days ago
Fri, Apr 10 - Wed, Apr 15
RIC
Richmond
CAE
Columbia
$276 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$276
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Apr 10 from Richmond to Columbia, returning Wed, Apr 15, priced at $276 found 4 days ago

Columbia economy flight packages

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Sleep Inn Columbia
2.5-star property

Sleep Inn Columbia

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)

Mar 20 - Mar 22

2 night stay

Richmond (RIC) to Columbia (CAE)

Spirit Airlines • Non-stop • Coach

Columbia (CAE) to Richmond (RIC)

American Airlines • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $368, price is now $339 per person
$339
per person
found 17 hours ago
The staff was great. Friendly and efficient.

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
3.0-star property

Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)

Mar 20 - Mar 22

2 night stay

Richmond (RIC) to Columbia (CAE)

Spirit Airlines • Non-stop • Coach

Columbia (CAE) to Richmond (RIC)

American Airlines • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $592, price is now $539 per person
$539
per person
found 17 hours ago
Ryan at the front desk was very friendly and informative. He made our stay so easy!

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2025

Executive Inn Ridgeway I-77
2.5-star property

Executive Inn Ridgeway I-77

6.8/10 (146 reviews)

Mar 20 - Mar 22

2 night stay

Richmond (RIC) to Columbia (CAE)

Spirit Airlines • Non-stop • Coach

Columbia (CAE) to Richmond (RIC)

American Airlines • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $379, price is now $346 per person
$346
per person
found 17 hours ago
Clean room and facilities, friendly staff, reasonably priced.

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

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Route Information for Flights from Richmond to Columbia

Origin Airport IATA Code
RIC
Destination Airport IATA Code
CAE
Distance
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Frequently asked questions

What is the shortest flight from Richmond to Columbia?
It can take as little as 2 hours and 4 minutes to get from Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) to CAE. Kick back and enjoy the ride, because you'll be landing in next to no time.
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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