Travelling from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Flights from CLT to CAE start from 07:15 — the first with American Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:55 with American Airlines. In total, you can choose from 58 weekly Charlotte Douglas Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CLT to CAE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
American Airlines has direct flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Columbia — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering CLT to CAE flights. A reliable 85.58% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CLT and CAE:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
The address for CLT is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of all flights departing from Charlotte Douglas Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Charlotte to Charlotte Douglas Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near CLT? If you've booked an early flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Charlotte Douglas Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CAE instead:
Grab a Columbia Metropolitan Airport rental car and discover Columbia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Enterprise are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Columbia Metropolitan Airport about one week before your trip.
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 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. October is the busiest month to head to Columbia. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport for July if you'd like to go to Columbia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CLT to CAE sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Columbia has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 418 kilometres south of Columbia, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
If there's time to check out another major destination in the United States, consider Charlotte, about 137 kilometres north of Columbia. Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame are key highlights.
