Fort Myers to Columbia (RSW–CAE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Fort Myers to Columbia
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
513 mi 1h 19m nonstop 16 1-stop hubs

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

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RSW to CAE.
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One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
586
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
RSW → CAE
82%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
82%
Arriving
80%
Return
CAE → RSW
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
73%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. RSW delays → CAE delays →

Other ways to reach Columbia from Fort Myers

Nearby airports with service to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Metric RSW→CAE FLL→CAE
Distance from RSW 104 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 4
Flight time 1h 19m 1h 49m
Departure OTP 82%
Airports within 200 miles of RSW with service to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Columbia is 0 hours the same as Fort Myers.
RSW: EDT · CAE: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Myers, it's 6:00 PM in Columbia.
Distance & Flight Time
513 mi / 825 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 19m.

RSW–CAE Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Fort Myers to Columbia route.
Route details
Distance513 mi / 825 km
Flight time1h 19m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections16 hubs
Origin: RSW
IATA / ICAORSW / KRSW
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr10.9M
Elevation30 ft / 9 m
Destination: CAE
IATA / ICAOCAE / KCAE
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr1.3M
Elevation236 ft / 72 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RSW to CAE flights.
Nonstop flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport take approximately 1h 19m. The route covers 513 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SUA, CHS, MCO, FLL, AUS, IAD, SLC, VNY, ATL, PHL, DFW, DCA, CLT, ORD, EWR and LGA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include FLL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 RSW to CAE

Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RSW to CAE Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RSW to CAE ranges from 1 hours 19 minutes. The route covers a distance of 513 miles (825 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SUA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fort Lauderdale (FLL).