Flying from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Memphis International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MEM to CAE flight.
Flying during a peak time like October? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Columbia (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a breeze with Delta. This popular airline has direct flights from Memphis International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Delta on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Memphis International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between MEM and CAE include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Memphis International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight is 234 €. A return fare right now is 270 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from MEM to CAE, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Memphis International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MEM to CAE by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Memphis International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Handy information about Memphis International Airport (MEM)
MEM is located at 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
77% of flights that take off from Memphis International Airport reach their destination on time.
Memphis International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Memphis. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MEM? If you're boarding an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Memphis International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAE instead:
Follow your own route 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 lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Columbia Metropolitan Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to central Columbia
The street address for CAE is 125-A Summer Lake.
Columbia Metropolitan Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Columbia. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
The quietest month for a flight from Memphis International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport is March, while October is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Columbia based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Memphis International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Columbia, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MEM to CAE in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Columbia has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 418 kilometres south of Columbia, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Around 137 kilometres north of Columbia, Charlotte is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
