Cheap flights from DCA to CAE (Ronald Reagan Washington National to Columbia Metropolitan)

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Cheap Flights from DCA to CAE starting at $169 One Way, $229 Round Trip

Prices starting at $229 for return flights and $169 for one-way flights to Columbia Metropolitan were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 12
DCA
Washington
CAE
Columbia
$229 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$229
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Apr 5 from Washington to Columbia, returning Sun, Apr 12, priced at $229 found 2 days ago
Fri, May 22 - Sat, May 23
DCA
Washington
CAE
Columbia
$239 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 22 from Washington to Columbia, returning Sat, May 23, priced at $239 found 7 hours ago
Sun, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 12
DCA
Washington
CAE
Columbia
$245 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$245
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Apr 5 from Washington to Columbia, returning Sun, Apr 12, priced at $245 found 2 days ago
Sun, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 12
DCA
Washington
CAE
Columbia
$254 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$254
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Apr 5 from Washington to Columbia, returning Sun, Apr 12, priced at $254 found 2 days ago
Fri, May 22 - Sat, May 23
DCA
Washington
CAE
Columbia
$264 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$264
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 22 from Washington to Columbia, returning Sat, May 23, priced at $264 found 7 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Columbia Metropolitan

Airport Hotels near Columbia Metropolitan

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia Airport, SC

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia Airport, SC

2.5 out of 5
2245 Airport Blvd Cayce SC
$107 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
$119 total
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cayce. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Clean, nice, quiet, helpful

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia Airport, SC
Motel 6 West Columbia, SC - Airport

Motel 6 West Columbia, SC - Airport

2 out of 5
650 Cherokee Lane West Columbia SC
$66 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
$71 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in West Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.6/10 Good! (525 reviews)
Dirty towel hanging in the bathroom. All other linens were fine. Fire TV had no internet and didn’t function. No coffee in room. Very pleasant staff.

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Motel 6 West Columbia, SC - Airport
Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

2.5 out of 5
500 Chris Dr West Columbia SC
$59 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$64 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6/10 (1,001 reviews)
property was dark and old looking, Things worked. Pictures presented a brighter and more recent appearing place. Room was adequate, nothing broken and barely enough towels and wash cloths. because of local road contraction, it was so hard to find the access road to get to property

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Columbia

Motel 6 West Columbia, SC - Airport

Motel 6 West Columbia, SC - Airport

2 out of 5
650 Cherokee Lane West Columbia SC
$66 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
$71 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in West Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.6/10 Good! (525 reviews)
Dirty towel hanging in the bathroom. All other linens were fine. Fire TV had no internet and didn’t function. No coffee in room. Very pleasant staff.

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Motel 6 West Columbia, SC - Airport
Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport

3 out of 5
110 McSwain Drive West Columbia SC
$119 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
$129 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
This is our third year coming and staying at this hotel. Make sure your room matches what you booked.

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport
Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

2.5 out of 5
500 Chris Dr West Columbia SC
$59 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$64 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6/10 (1,001 reviews)
property was dark and old looking, Things worked. Pictures presented a brighter and more recent appearing place. Room was adequate, nothing broken and barely enough towels and wash cloths. because of local road contraction, it was so hard to find the access road to get to property

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Columbia Hotels With Airport Transportation

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport

3 out of 5
110 McSwain Drive West Columbia SC
$119 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
$129 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
This is our third year coming and staying at this hotel. Make sure your room matches what you booked.

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Airport
Hampton Inn Columbia-I-26 Airport

Hampton Inn Columbia-I-26 Airport

2.5 out of 5
1094 Chris Dr West Columbia SC
$108 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
$117 total
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in West Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
In a perfect location, had a tournament

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Hampton Inn Columbia-I-26 Airport
Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

2.5 out of 5
500 Chris Dr West Columbia SC
$59 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$64 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6/10 (1,001 reviews)
property was dark and old looking, Things worked. Pictures presented a brighter and more recent appearing place. Room was adequate, nothing broken and barely enough towels and wash cloths. because of local road contraction, it was so hard to find the access road to get to property

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Columbia Hotels

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

2.5 out of 5
500 Chris Dr West Columbia SC
$59 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$64 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6/10 (1,001 reviews)
property was dark and old looking, Things worked. Pictures presented a brighter and more recent appearing place. Room was adequate, nothing broken and barely enough towels and wash cloths. because of local road contraction, it was so hard to find the access road to get to property

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport
Quality Inn Columbia Airport

Quality Inn Columbia Airport

2.5 out of 5
2516 Augusta Rd West Columbia SC
$63 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
$68 total
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in West Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.6/10 (1,004 reviews)
It was underwhelmed the room wasnt very clean specially

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Quality Inn Columbia Airport
Sleep Inn Columbia Airport

Sleep Inn Columbia Airport

2.5 out of 5
2208 A Edmund Hwy West Columbia SC
$93 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$100 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (842 reviews)
Really great value for the money--kind staff, very clean

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Sleep Inn Columbia Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Columbia

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbia Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbia Airport

2 out of 5
110 Branch Rd West Columbia SC
$66 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$72 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in West Columbia. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbia Airport
Hampton Inn Columbia-I-26 Airport

Hampton Inn Columbia-I-26 Airport

2.5 out of 5
1094 Chris Dr West Columbia SC
$108 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
$117 total
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in West Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
In a perfect location, had a tournament

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Hampton Inn Columbia-I-26 Airport
Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport

2.5 out of 5
500 Chris Dr West Columbia SC
$59 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$64 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6/10 (1,001 reviews)
property was dark and old looking, Things worked. Pictures presented a brighter and more recent appearing place. Room was adequate, nothing broken and barely enough towels and wash cloths. because of local road contraction, it was so hard to find the access road to get to property

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Clarion Inn Columbia Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

DCA to CAE Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
DCA Address & GPS
Address:
1 Aviation Circle
Washington DC, 20001-6000
United States
IATA Code:
DCA
Longitude:
-77.043457
Latitude:
38.853434
Time Zone:
America/New_York
CAE Address & GPS
Address:
125-A Summer Lake
Columbia SC, 29170
United States
IATA Code:
CAE
Longitude:
-81.119497
Latitude:
33.938804
Time Zone:
America/New_York

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from DCA to CAE?
Before you hop on the aircraft at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), remember to pack lots of tasty treats in your cabin bag. American Airlines flies direct to CAE, so you won't get the chance to top up en route.
What is the shortest flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to CAE?
Getting from DCA to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) will take a minimum of 3 hours and 36 minutes. Enjoy a tipple and watch a flick or two — now's your chance to simply relax.
How many hours flight from National Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?
The general flight time from DCA to CAE is a short 3 hours and 47 minutes. So, grab your bags and lock in your seat. There's nothing more thrilling than an impromptu trip.
What airlines have the most flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to CAE?
Whether you choose aisle, middle or window, you'll travel to your destination in comfort with American Airlines. This quality carrier advertises 147 flights between Washington and Columbia every month.

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