Traveling from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE): what you need to know
Popular months like July or vacation periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
If you'd like to break up your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. Popular stopovers on the IAH - CAE route include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport is $149. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $248. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IAH to CAE if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Play around with filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 27 kilometers from the center of Houston, George Bush Intercontinental Airport can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport is roughly 49 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to IAH? If you're boarding an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental 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 journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CAE instead:
Getting from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to central Columbia
From Columbia Metropolitan Airport, Columbia is approximately 11 kilometers away. It takes around 17 minutes to get to the center driving.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
The quietest month for a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Columbia based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport for July if you want to go to Columbia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from IAH to CAE sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Columbia
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Columbia right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from IAH to CAE:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. South Carolina State House, Columbia Museum of Art and EdVenture Children's Museum are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Columbia itinerary.
Complete your Columbia trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Columbia vacation.
