DCA to CAE
Washington Dc to Columbia flight ticket price
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DCA
Washington Dc (DCA), United StatesRonald Reagan National
CAE
Columbia (CAE), United StatesMetropolitan Airport
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Cheapest fareUS$252Delta Air Lines
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Thu, 06 AugDCA to CAE$252
Fri, 07 AugDCA to CAE
Sat, 08 AugDCA to CAE
Sun, 09 AugDCA to CAE
Mon, 10 AugDCA to CAE
Tue, 11 AugDCA to CAE
Wed, 12 AugDCA to CAE
Delta Air Lines
DL-410
06:00
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National5H :09 M
1 Stop
ATL · 2h 24mAtlanta (ATL), United States
11:09
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$252
total fare
Delta Air Lines
DL-330
06:59
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National4H :10 M
1 Stop
ATL · 1h 13mAtlanta (ATL), United States
11:09
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$252
total fare
Delta Air Lines
DL-455
09:00
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National5H :53 M
1 Stop
ATL · 3h 03mAtlanta (ATL), United States
14:53
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$252
total fare
American Airlines
AA-2670
07:46
2026-08-06
BALTIMORE (BWI)Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport4H :33 M
1 Stop
CLT · 1h 55mCharlotte (CLT), United States
12:19
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$273
total fare
American Airlines
AA-2152
11:59
2026-08-06
BALTIMORE (BWI)Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport3H :32 M
1 Stop
CLT · 0h 59mCharlotte (CLT), United States
15:31
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$273
total fare
American Airlines
AA-1216
16:25
2026-08-06
BALTIMORE (BWI)Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport4H :31 M
1 Stop
CLT · 1h 50mCharlotte (CLT), United States
20:56
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$273
total fare
United Airlines
UA-374
11:57
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National5H :08 M
1 Stop
ORD · 0h 40mChicago (ORD), United States
17:05
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$277
total fare
United Airlines
UA-511
13:00
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National8H :16 M
1 Stop
ORD · 3h 37mChicago (ORD), United States
21:16
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$277
total fare
United Airlines
UA-1888
14:00
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National7H :16 M
1 Stop
ORD · 2h 37mChicago (ORD), United States
21:16
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$277
total fare
United Airlines
UA-1325
15:30
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National5H :46 M
1 Stop
ORD · 1h 03mChicago (ORD), United States
21:16
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$277
total fare
American Airlines
AA-5107
08:20
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National1H :41 M
Non Stop
10:01
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$277
total fare
American Airlines
AA-5095
16:33
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National1H :43 M
Non Stop
18:16
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$277
total fare
American Airlines
AA-3368
21:15
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National1H :37 M
Non Stop
22:52
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$277
total fare
American Airlines
AA-580
05:00
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National4H :34 M
1 Stop
CLT · 2h 06mCharlotte (CLT), United States
09:34
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$287
total fare
American Airlines
AA-2620
06:17
2026-08-06
Washington Dulles (IAD)Washington Dulles International
Washington Dulles International3H :17 M
1 Stop
CLT · 0h 52mCharlotte (CLT), United States
09:34
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$287
total fare
American Airlines
AA-3313
07:57
2026-08-06
Washington Dulles (IAD)Washington Dulles International
Washington Dulles International4H :22 M
1 Stop
CLT · 1h 50mCharlotte (CLT), United States
12:19
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$287
total fare
American Airlines
AA-3313
07:57
2026-08-06
Washington Dulles (IAD)Washington Dulles International
Washington Dulles International5H :27 M
1 Stop
CLT · 2h 57mCharlotte (CLT), United States
13:24
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$287
total fare
American Airlines
AA-1518
08:32
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National3H :47 M
1 Stop
CLT · 1h 00mCharlotte (CLT), United States
12:19
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$287
total fare
American Airlines
AA-761
11:56
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National3H :35 M
1 Stop
CLT · 1h 02mCharlotte (CLT), United States
15:31
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$287
total fare
American Airlines
AA-3198
19:14
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National3H :45 M
1 Stop
CLT · 0h 59mCharlotte (CLT), United States
22:59
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$287
total fare
Delta Air Lines
DL-330
06:59
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National6H :15 M
1 Stop
ATL · 3h 23mAtlanta (ATL), United States
13:14
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$299
total fare
Delta Air Lines
DL-343
08:00
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National5H :14 M
1 Stop
ATL · 2h 25mAtlanta (ATL), United States
13:14
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$299
total fare
Recommended hotels in Columbia
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Executive Inn Ridgeway I-77
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbia/Fort
- 1520 Barbara Dr 29223-6210 Columbia SC United States Of America,
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Fairfield Inn by Marriott Columbia Northwest/Harbi
- 320 Columbiana Dr 29212-2252 Columbia SC US,
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MainStay Suites Columbia Harbison
- 350 Columbiana Drive Dr Building B 29212-2252 Columbia SC US,
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Delta Air Lines
DL-5772
08:15
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National7H :07 M
1 Stop
LGA · 3h 42mNew York (LGA), United States
15:22
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$299
total fare
Delta Air Lines
DL-455
09:00
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National4H :14 M
1 Stop
ATL · 1h 26mAtlanta (ATL), United States
13:14
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$299
total fare
United Airlines
UA-2774
09:30
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National7H :35 M
1 Stop
ORD · 3h 05mChicago (ORD), United States
17:05
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$299
total fare
Delta Air Lines
DL-926
10:10
2026-08-06
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Ronald Reagan National4H :43 M
1 Stop
ATL · 1h 54mAtlanta (ATL), United States
14:53
2026-08-06
Columbia (CAE)Metropolitan Airport
Metropolitan Airport$299
total fare
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Fare highlights
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Lowest fare
$252
Delta Air Lines
06:00
Earliest departure
$287
American Airlines
05:00
Shortest duration
$277
American Airlines
21:15
Night
00:00-05:59
$287
American Airlines at 05:00
Morning
06:00-11:59
$252
Delta Air Lines at 06:00
Afternoon
12:00-17:59
$273
American Airlines at 16:25
Evening
18:00-23:59
$277
American Airlines at 21:15
Washington Dc to Columbia - what to expect when booking
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Approx route distance: 657.05 km.
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| Cheapest Fare | Fare | Date | Airline | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest Airfare Today | $252 | 06/08/2026 | Delta Air Lines | 06:00 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days | $247 | 14/08/2026 | Delta Air Lines | 06:00 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days | $239 | 13/10/2026 | Delta Air Lines | 06:00 |
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Washington Dc to Columbia Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Washington Dc and Columbia is approximately 657 KM. The flight duration ranges from 1H :37 M up to 25H :17 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Washington Dc to Columbia Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 81 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Washington Dc at 05:00, while the last night flight leaves at 21:15. Flights depart from Ronald Reagan National and land at Metropolitan Airport.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
| Flight Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Route | Washington Dc to Columbia |
| Aerial Distance | 657 KM |
| Flight Duration | 1H :37 M - 25H :17 M |
| Airport Codes | Washington Dc - DCA, Columbia - CAE |
| Total Flights Available | 81 flights (3 direct) |
| First Flight Departure | Departs at 05:00 |
| Last Flight Departure | Departs at 21:15 |
| Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM) | 19 direct/indirect flights |
| Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM) | 27 direct/indirect flights |
| Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM) | 14 direct/indirect flights |
| Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM) | 13 direct/indirect flights |
| Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM) | 8 direct/indirect flights |
Airport Information & Terminals
DCA: Washington DC airport. Washington DC airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
CAE: Columbia airport. Columbia airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
CAE: Columbia airport. Columbia airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
Frequently asked questions - Washington Dc to Columbia flights
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The approximate direct air distance between Washington Dc (DCA) and Columbia (CAE) is 657.05 km. The actual flight duration and route path vary depending on airline schedules and wind conditions.
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