CAE Airport Transportation Options
Overview
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) offers various transportation options for travelers. While there is no on-airport public transportation, you can choose from taxis, limousines, ride-share services, and rental cars. Hotel shuttles and accessible services are also available.
Taxis & Limousines
For taxi services, Checker Yellow, Capital City Cab, and Blue Ribbon Cab are available 24/7. They offer flat rate fees and have access to Fort Jackson. You can contact them directly for service.
Private Shuttles & Buses
While there are no specific private shuttle services listed, many hotels offer shuttle services to and from CAE. Check with your hotel for availability and scheduling.
Ride-Share Services
Uber is available at Columbia Airport. The pickup area is located on the lower level of the baggage claim area, in front of the parking garage. You can book a ride through the Uber app.
Rental Cars
Rental car facilities are conveniently located at the airport. Major providers include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, and Hertz. Visit their counters in the terminal for rentals.
Public Transportation
Although there is no direct public transportation at the airport, the Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (CMRTA) offers bus services nearby. The bus departs from the Midlands Technical College's Airport Campus at 7:30 AM and 4:55 PM. You can take a taxi or limo from the airport to the bus stop. For more information, contact CMRTA at 803-255-7100.
Accessibility and Additional Services
Columbia Metropolitan Airport provides accessible services, including wheelchair assistance and moving walkways. Contact your airline in advance to arrange any special assistance you may need. Short-term parking is available near the terminal for easy access.
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Tips, Help & Resources
iFly.com strives to make your travel experience as smooth and stress-free as possible, from booking your flights to navigating airport security and beyond. Here are some things you may need to know that can help you on your journey specific to Columbia's CAE airport:
- Want to know the best way to get to your destination when leaving the airport? There are taxi services curbside, or you can use airport shuttle busses & vans, or you can even pick up a rental car from CAE outside baggage claim areas, perhaps as a one-way rental and drop it off in town.
- Columbia airport is equipped to handle special-needs persons, and also small medical emergencies that may arise.
- To find which baggage carousel your flight is assigned to, look up your flights' arrival status into CAE airport.
- If you have lost something while in the terminal area, please find the contact info for Columbia Metropolitian lost & found here.
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