Flying from Tampa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE): What you need to know
Columbia Metropolitan Airport is located in Columbia. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Tampa.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Tampa to CAE.
March is a busy travel month. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Tampa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of the departures from Tampa International Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
TPA's address is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
PIE is around 32 kilometres from central Tampa. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Tampa to CAE flight, stay in one of these hotels near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport:
77% of flights departing St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
The address for PIE is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
Have a late flight from Tampa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near CAE and turn out the lights sooner:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Tampa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight.
The address for CAE is 125-A Summer Lake.
Getting from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to central Columbia
From Columbia Metropolitan Airport, central Columbia is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
226 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Return flights start from 265 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Tampa to CAE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
October is the most popular month for flights from Tampa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE). Visit Columbia in January for a quieter experience.
When booking your Tampa to CAE plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Columbia, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Columbia
Once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Columbia:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. South Carolina African American History Monument, 701 Centre for Contmporary Art and South Carolina State Museum are must-do's during your Columbia adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Columbia. Around 145 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, head for Raleigh, about 306 kilometres northeast of Columbia. North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park are among the biggest draws.
