Flying from Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LEX to CAE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LEX and CAE include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
$381 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight. Return flights start from $513. These prices can change based on availability.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from LEX to CAE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LEX to CAE is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
The address for LEX is 4000 Terminal Drive, Suite 206.
75% of flights departing from Lexington Blue Grass Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Lexington to Lexington Blue Grass Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to LEX? If you're boarding an early flight from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
Consider booking a hotel close to CAE if you have a late Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Columbia Metropolitan Airport rental car and explore Columbia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Enterprise are popular providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Columbia Metropolitan Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to central Columbia
The address for CAE is 125-A Summer Lake.
From Columbia Metropolitan Airport, Columbia is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
October is the most popular month for flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Columbia in March.
When reserving your flight from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Columbia, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LEX to CAE around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Columbia has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 418 kilometres south of Columbia, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Around 137 kilometres north of Columbia, Charlotte is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
