Austin to Columbia (AUS–CAE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Austin to Columbia
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,001 mi 0h 59m nonstop +2h ahead 16 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between AUS and CAE, connecting options are available through 16 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for AUS to CAE.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
CHS ~3h 53m SUA ~5h 11m MCO ~5h 14m RSW ~5h 14m LGA ~5h 41m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
610
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
AUS → CAE
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
Arriving
100%
Return
CAE → AUS
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
50%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. AUS delays → CAE delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Columbia is 2 hours ahead of Austin.
AUS: MDT · CAE: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Austin, it's 8:00 PM in Columbia.
Distance & Flight Time
1,001 mi / 1,611 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 59m.
Getting to AUS

CapMetro Route 20 (Airport Flyer) runs between downtown Austin (Congress Ave) and AUS in about 30–35 minutes (fare $1.25, or free with MetroAccess). Service runs from roughly 05:00 to midnight; frequency drops evenings and weekends.Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) from downtown cost $20–30 and take 15–20 minutes off-peak. Taxis run $30–40. Traffic on SH-71 can be heavy during afternoon rush; allow 30–40 minutes from downtown during 16:00–18:30. Long-term parking from $7/day in remote economy lots.

Facts

AUS–CAE Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Austin to Columbia route.
Route details
Distance1,001 mi / 1,611 km
Flight time0h 59m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections16 hubs
Origin: AUS
Full nameAustin Bergstrom International Airport
IATA / ICAOAUS / KAUS
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr21.4M
Elevation542 ft / 165 m
Destination: CAE
Full nameColumbia Metropolitan Airport
IATA / ICAOCAE / KCAE
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr1.3M
Elevation236 ft / 72 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about AUS to CAE flights.
Nonstop flights from Austin Bergstrom International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport take approximately 0h 59m. The route covers 1,001 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CHS, SUA, MCO, RSW, LGA, VNY, SLC, ATL, IAD, PHL, CLT, DFW, DCA, EWR, ORD and FLL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Columbia is 2 hours ahead of Austin.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from AUS to CAE

Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

AUS to CAE Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from AUS to CAE ranges from 0 hours 59 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,001 miles (1,611 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CHS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.