Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your RDU to CAE flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between RDU and CAE:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight is R 4,365. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 5,710. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from RDU to CAE, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RDU to CAE by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
78% of flights that take off from Raleigh / Durham Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Raleigh / Durham Airport from central Durham, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near RDU? If you're catching an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAE instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Columbia Metropolitan Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Enterprise and explore beyond Columbia's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Columbia Metropolitan Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
October is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Columbia in March.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Columbia, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RDU to CAE sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Columbia, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 418 kilometres south to Jacksonville to tick off its popular sights. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of the United States, consider Charlotte, about 137 kilometres north of Columbia. Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame are among the biggest draws.
