Traveling from Phoenix to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE): What you need to know
The timezone in Columbia is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Phoenix. Columbia Metropolitan Airport is located in Columbia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Phoenix to CAE.
With more travelers during busy periods like March, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
The journey from central Phoenix to PHX takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometers in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix to Columbia Metropolitan Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from PHX reach their destination without delay.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
You can arrive at AZA from the center of Phoenix in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 32 kilometers or so.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport the day before your Phoenix to CAE flight:
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport has a track record for punctuality. 82% of flights taking off from here land when expected.
You'll find AZA at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Phoenix to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CAE instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Phoenix to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight.
The street address for CAE is 125-A Summer Lake.
Getting from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to central Columbia
Columbia Metropolitan Airport is around 19 kilometers from the center of Columbia. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes roughly 45 minutes when traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
Right now, $268 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $345. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Phoenix to CAE. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Phoenix to Columbia Metropolitan Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Phoenix to CAE.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
October is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE). Plan your visit to Columbia in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Columbia is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Phoenix to CAE plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Columbia Metropolitan Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Columbia
Start your Columbia trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Phoenix to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Columbia when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at South Carolina African American History Monument followed by 701 Center for Contmporary Art and South Carolina State Museum.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Columbia, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 145 kilometers north to Charlotte to tick off its leading attractions. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of the United States, consider Raleigh, roughly 306 kilometers northeast of Columbia. North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park are key highlights.
