Direct flights from Columbia to Charlotte are finally on the horizon! Starting June 4, 2026, American Airlines will launch a nonstop route connecting Columbia Regional Airport (COU) with Charlotte. This means easier getaways, quicker business trips, and more travel options right from our own backyard. No more long drives to other airports for that East Coast connection! How do you think this new route will change travel for folks in mid-Missouri? Will it make your trips easier or open up new opportunities? Let’s hear your thoughts! #News #ColumbiaMO #TravelNews