Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your RDU to CAE flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between RDU and CAE:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Ronald Reagan National Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
Right now, AED 1,421 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 1,328. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from RDU to CAE, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from RDU to CAE is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that depart RDU reach their destination without delay.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 23 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near RDU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
Consider booking a hotel close to CAE if you have a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Columbia Metropolitan Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Enterprise and discover more of Columbia and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Columbia Metropolitan Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to central Columbia
CAE is located at 125-A Summer Lake.
Columbia Metropolitan Airport to central Columbia has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometers away.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Columbia. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Columbia is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RDU to CAE around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Columbia is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 418 kilometers south of Columbia, a visit to Jacksonville will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Charlotte is another favorite destination in United States and is around 137 kilometers north of Columbia. No journey is complete without seeing NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
