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Columbia Metropolitan Airport

KCAECAEColumbia, SC·Medium Airport

KCAE is the ICAO code for Columbia Metropolitan Airport (IATA CAE), located in Columbia, SC.

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Columbia Metropolitan Airport (KCAE) sits 5 miles southwest of downtown Columbia, South Carolina. The two runways (8,601 ft, 8,001 ft) handle every current business jet. Field elevation 236 ft, no density-altitude concerns. Columbia is South Carolina's capital — state government, University of South Carolina, plus the broader Midlands corporate community. Ground time to the State House is 15 minutes; the USC campus is 15.

Background from Wikipedia

Columbia Metropolitan Airport is the main commercial airport for Columbia and the Midlands region of South Carolina, United States. The airport is located in unincorporated Lexington County, southwest of Columbia. Although it has a West Columbia mailing address, the airport is not within that city's boundaries. The city of Cayce and the towns of Springdale, Pine Ridge, and South Congaree surround the airport, separating the airport from West Columbia. The airport is a regional cargo hub for UPS Airlines.

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Empty legs departing KCAE (1)

Nov 15, 2026
KCAE → —(Murfreesboro, TN)
Pilatus PC 12 NG · TURBOPROP
$5,025

Empty legs arriving KCAE (1)

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Nov 12, 2026
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Frequently asked questions about Columbia Metropolitan Airport

What is KCAE airport?+
KCAE is the ICAO code for Columbia Metropolitan Airport (IATA CAE), located in Columbia, SC.
What does CAE stand for?+
CAE is the IATA code for Columbia Metropolitan Airport (ICAO KCAE) in Columbia, SC.
Where is Columbia Metropolitan Airport?+
Columbia Metropolitan Airport is located in Columbia, SC.
Does Columbia Metropolitan Airport have commercial airline service?+
Yes — Columbia Metropolitan Airport is served by scheduled airlines in addition to private aviation traffic.
How long is the runway at Columbia Metropolitan Airport?+
The longest runway at Columbia Metropolitan Airport measures 8,601 ft (2,622 m).
What is the elevation of Columbia Metropolitan Airport?+
Columbia Metropolitan Airport sits at 236 ft above sea level.
What timezone is Columbia Metropolitan Airport in?+
Columbia Metropolitan Airport operates on America/New_York.
How many private-jet empty legs are available at Columbia Metropolitan Airport?+
SkyAccess currently tracks 1 departing and 1 arriving private-jet empty legs at Columbia Metropolitan Airport over the next six months. Browse and book each leg with a free account.

References

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At a glance

Country
United States
Region
SC
Timezone
America/New_York
Elevation
236 ft
Longest runway
8,601 ft (2,622 m)
Scheduled service
Yes
IATA
CAE
ICAO
KCAE

Activity

Departing legs
1
Arriving legs
1
Based aircraft
8
Operators
4

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