Airports near Columbia
CAE・FLO・AGS・CLT・GSP
What airports are closest to Columbia?
The primary gateway is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), which is the nearest at 11.96 km, with a local taxi ride to the city center taking roughly 20 minutes. For travelers coming through other regions, Florence Airport (FLO) lies 121.64 km away, with rental car travel typically taking 80 minutes. Meanwhile, Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) is located 112.50 km from the center, often requiring a 75 minutes drive. Many international passengers choose Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), which sits 133.23 km away, with a shuttle journey lasting approximately 100 minutes. Finally, Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is 145.89 km from Columbia, and a typical car rental trip takes around 100 minutes to reach the heart of the city. Search for flights to Columbia and book hotels in Columbia, or scroll down for more details.
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Airports near Columbia: CAE, FLO, AGS, CLT and GSP.
Airports Near Columbia: Key Information
Number of airports in Columbia
1
Closest airport to the city center
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
Distance
12 km
Fastest arrival time
20 minutes - 30 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
Compare domestic and international airports near Columbia.
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
Distance: 12 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Public Transit Bus
Cheapest
45 minutes - 1 hour
USD 2-4
Budget
Local Taxi Service
Fastest
20 minutes - 30 minutes
USD 25-40
Balanced
Rideshare Service
20 minutes - 35 minutes
USD 20-35
Comfort
Florence Airport
Distance: 121.6 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Rental Car
Fastest
1 hour 20 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes
USD 60-100
Comfort
Private Taxi / Limo
1 hour 20 minutes - 1 hour 40 minutes
USD 150-250
Balanced
Intercity Bus Connection
Cheapest
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours 20 minutes
USD 30-50
Budget
Augusta Regional Airport
Distance: 112.5 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Rental Car
Fastest
1 hour 15 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes
USD 55-90
Comfort
Airport Shuttle
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours
USD 80-120
Balanced
Private Taxi
Cheapest
1 hour 20 minutes - 1 hour 40 minutes
USD 180-250
Budget
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Distance: 133.2 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Intercity Shuttle
1 hour 40 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
USD 70-110
Balanced
Rental Car
Fastest
1 hour 30 minutes - 1 hour 50 minutes
USD 50-90
Comfort
Bus / Coach Service
Cheapest
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours
USD 25-45
Budget
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport
Distance: 145.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Rental Car
Fastest
1 hour 40 minutes - 2 hours
USD 50-90
Comfort
Private Shuttle
1 hour 50 minutes - 2 hours 20 minutes
USD 120-200
Balanced
Private Taxi
Cheapest
1 hour 40 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
USD 200-300
Budget
Compare 5 airports near Columbia
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Columbia
Choosing the right arrival point for Columbia depends on whether you prioritize proximity or flight availability. For most travelers, Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is the clear winner; it is the only airport located directly in the city and offers the quickest, most affordable transit options. For those arriving from major international hubs, Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) serves as the primary international gateway. Although it is located in a neighboring city and requires a longer drive, it is frequently chosen for its extensive route network. The other airports are situated in neighboring cities and primarily serve their local regions: Augusta Regional Airport (AGS), Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP), and Florence Airport (FLO). These are best utilized if you have specific regional business or if flight costs are significantly lower. Always book ground transport in advance for the non-local airports, as on-demand options like standard taxis are much costlier over long distances compared to renting a car.
Hotels near Columbia airport
Breakfast
Very Good103 Reviews
Northwest Columbia Columbia|14.21km from city center
Hotel is close to Columbiana Center. The AC unit in the room was cracked and falling from the wall but still worked. Hotel offers restaurant and a la carte food. Overall, quiet, clean, and great location.FromUS$83
Very Good100 Reviews
Columbia|2.35km from city center
My daughter and I stay here for daddy daughter night for women's basketball. The location is perfect as you can walk to the arena and the service is always amazing. It is an older hotel and they charge for parking even though it is a dedicated lot - seems that would be included as they aren't validating from a garage. Breakfast wasn't the best this year but is included- we will be back.FromUS$130
Very Good98 Reviews
Columbia|9.16km from city center
Best around!! And the food was awesome. The cooks are very nice and friendly also the staff was very nice. The hotel was very clean and had everything we needed and more.FromUS$113
Very Good98 Reviews
Columbia|2.42km from city center
I couldn’t ask for a better place to stay to bring in the new years … or in general ! I will deff be back !! The views. The location. The inside is the hotel. Beyond perfect.
Great for walking. Great for walking with little ones. Everything worth seeing is soooo close. My daughter and I truly enjoyed it and still are enjoying ourselves.FromUS$143
Good99 Reviews
Harbison Columbia|13.57km from city center
I loved my stay here everything was good I loved the amenities that they had, even though I didn’t get into the pool I loved that they had one. And I didn’t have any soap in my bathroom. FromUS$87
Family friendly
Very Good95 Reviews
Harbison Columbia|13.27km from city center
Over all we enjoyed ourselves, we did have an issue with the ceiling leaking but we were moved to a new room... so problem solved FromUS$97
Great100 Reviews
Columbia|2.2km from city center
Staying on campus was a very comfortable experience. With a gym and bike rental available downstairs, everything was super convenient. The only drawback was the lack of a main light in the room, but overall, it was a great place to stay.FromUS$126
Very Good97 Reviews
Northwest Columbia Columbia|14.77km from city center
Beware of this hotel! Stayed nearly 30 days here. Had over $2000 still unresolved Fraud charges on two of my cards used at this hotel. Was harrassed daily even when room had been paid in full. Double charged twice during the stay tying up much needed funds that took over a month to get credited and refunded! Police were called , ultimately forced to leave a night I paid $165 for! Waited hours at the desk. They would run my card so many times and have it flagged for fraud - forcing me into hours on phone held hostage in their lobby while I had to call my bank and fight to have fraud alert lifted. Door keys constantly not working in the middle
Of the night. Pool room was freezing and pool dirty. The laundry had one working machine for entire hotel day and night. The printer was NEVER able to be used to print anything. The game
Room we were not even told existed until 3 weeks after staying there. Then once we knew about it no one could find where the game controller and supplies were kept. Horrid nightmare experience!FromUS$96
99 Reviews
Columbia|7.24km from city center
Stayed for drill. Property is in a nice area but us definitely dated. Would consider staying again, but I concur with previous posters; they do have a roach problem FromUS$64
Very Good99 Reviews
Columbia|2.55km from city center
I chose this hotel after seeing the high ratings from Ctrip. But when I arrived at the hotel for the first time, the whole cover of the air conditioner in the room fell off. I was afraid of being misunderstood by the hotel and immediately asked to change the room. As a result, the changed room was facing the main road. The car roared all night and I couldn’t sleep. The hotel’s glass sound insulation is extremely poor, seriously. Affect rest, choose this hotel carefully.FromUS$126
5 star
Very Good97 Reviews
Columbia|1.75km from city center
Shower hard to operate. No regular coffee in room, $200 deposit paid for incidentals at check in… today I have a bill charge taken out of $119.25, instead of the credit of $200 back . I had already paid the reservation in full to Trip.com before check in. Front desk staff was very rude during entire stay. Most problematic even still was that I did NOT have wifi connection during the entire stay! Had to use my cellular data in the room all during the night … front desk never resolved nor seemed concerned about not having wifi access , nor did they offer a solution or compensation. We sat out front of the hotel for over 3 hours trying to come up with the $200 credit card to “authorize” for incidentals. Not the best experience for my birthday or ever! Calling hotel now about the non return of my $200 and double paying for the room that we only in from 10:30 pm- 12:15 next day!FromUS$118
Very Good99 Reviews
Columbia|1.63km from city center
Revel in a blend of comfort and style at our hotel near downtown Columbia, SC, where you're situated in the heart of downtown and just minutes from the University of South Carolina. When it's time to explore, you'll enjoy easy access to popular landmarks like Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, Williams Brice Stadium and Township Auditorium. Once you return to our welcoming hotel in downtown Columbia, South Carolina, you'll find many amenities to make your stay memorable. Relax in our spacious guest rooms, with plush bedding, workstations, Netflix and a plug-in panel for streaming media. Savor Southern American cuisine in our restaurant or unwind with a cocktail in our lounge. Enjoy a workout in the fitness center. Plan impressive meetings, weddings and events in our elegant venues, offering extensive technology, catering and an experienced team to assist you. Whether conducting business or exploring the area, make your retreat a success at our downtown Columbia, SC, hotel.FromUS$199
Very Good106 Reviews
Columbia|1.7km from city center
Overall clean, comfortable and well located hotel. Most of the staff was nice and helpful. Free coffee and tea in the morning. A bunch of people didn’t try to actually help when I asked questions about the city like how to take the bus. Clean but small gym. Overall would go back!FromUS$104
Very Good97 Reviews
Columbia|2.16km from city center
Celebrate your style at Aloft Columbia Downtown, a hip new hotel in the always-buzzing Congaree Vista. We offer easy-breezy access to businesses, government offices and cultural hotspots, as well as stunning natural beauty in and near the city. Meet and mingle with friends at our wxyz(SM) bar, grab a sweet, savory or healthy snack from re:fuel by Aloft(SM), our 24/7 pantry or play in our re:mix(SM) lounge. Plus, you can always stay connected with free hotel-wide wired and wireless High Speed Internet Access! Breeze into one of our Aloft rooms, featuring our ultra-comfortable signature bed, walk-in shower, custom amenities by Bliss® Spa and more. Our plug and play connectivity station charges all your electronics and links to the 50” LCD TV to maximize work and play.FromUS$131
Very Good100 Reviews
Columbia|2.91km from city center
The hotel is in a good location, very close to the University of South Carolina. The hotel also has a transfer car after 5 pm every day, going to the supermarket to shop, the restaurant is very convenient to eat.FromUS$127
Columbia travel guide
Are there direct flights from Colombia to Japan?
No direct flights from Colombia to Japan. Find common layover cities like LAX/MEX, connecting routes to Tokyo/Osaka, and tips for booking on Trip.com.
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How can I book a flight from Colombia to Japan?
Book your flight from Colombia to Japan on Trip.com. Find international flights with layovers from Bogotá (BOG) to Tokyo (NRT/HND) or Osaka (KIX).
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What is the average flight duration from Colombia to Japan?
What is the average flight time from Colombia to Japan? Expect 25-35 hours of travel time with layovers via North America or Europe. Find routes on Trip.com.
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What airlines offer flights from Colombia to Japan?
Discover what airlines offer connecting flights from Colombia to Japan. No direct routes, but major alliances are like Star, SkyTeam, and independent carriers.
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FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Columbia?
The nearest airport to Columbia is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), about 12 km away.Florence Airport (FLO) (121.6 km), Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) (112.5 km), Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) (133.2 km) and Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) (145.9 km).
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How long does it take to get from Columbia to the airport?
Getting from Columbia to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) takes about 20 minutes - 30 minutes.
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How do I get to Columbia?
We recommend flying into Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), which is approximately 12 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Local Taxi Service, reaching downtown in about 20 minutes - 30 minutes.
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How many airports does Columbia have?
Columbia has 5 airports: Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), Florence Airport (FLO), Augusta Regional Airport (AGS), Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP).