Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE): what you need to know
Leave plenty of time to make your LAX to CAE flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LAX and CAE:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
Right now, $181 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $517. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LAX to CAE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LAX to CAE by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX's address is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LAX:
Arriving at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
Consider booking a hotel near CAE if you're catching a late Los Angeles International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Columbia Metropolitan Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Enterprise and chase adventure across Columbia and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Columbia Metropolitan Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to central Columbia
You'll find CAE at 125-A Summer Lake.
From Columbia Metropolitan Airport, Columbia is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Columbia. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Columbia, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LAX to CAE sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Columbia, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 418 kilometres south to Jacksonville to tick off its must-visit sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Charlotte is another essential stop in United States and is around 137 kilometres north of Columbia. No journey is complete without visiting NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
