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Cheap flights from Columbus to Alberta from $319

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — YYC
May 26 — Jun 21
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus to Alberta?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 22 days in advance to save up to 93% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 22 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Columbus to Alberta 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $392, or $392 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Alberta?

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Alberta from Columbus. Prices for February average $599 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $272. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a February flight can save you 30% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Alberta (CMH - AB)?

When flying from Columbus to Alberta, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Columbus to Alberta

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Columbus and Alberta. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,663,308 searches. Data last updated May 21, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest United Airlines flights traveling from Columbus to Alberta. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Tue 6/47:15 amCMH - YYC
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/113:45 pmYYC - CMH
1 stop12h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$425
Wed 8/147:38 amCMH - YYC
1 stop16h 58mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/235:05 pmYYC - CMH
2 stops14h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$434
Tue 6/47:15 amCMH - YYC
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/108:30 amYYC - CMH
1 stop13h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$538
Tue 6/49:05 amCMH - YYC
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/86:25 amYYC - CMH
2 stops15h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$547
Tue 6/49:05 amCMH - YYC
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/126:25 amYYC - CMH
2 stops15h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$612
Sun 6/97:15 amCMH - YYC
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/136:25 amYYC - CMH
1 stop6h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$632
Fri 6/77:15 amCMH - YYC
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/108:30 amYYC - CMH
1 stop13h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$651
Mon 6/33:34 pmCMH - YYC
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/126:25 amYYC - CMH
2 stops15h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$655
Thu 6/67:15 amCMH - YYC
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/136:25 amYYC - CMH
2 stops15h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$682

Cheap Air Canada flights from Columbus to Alberta

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Columbus and Alberta. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,663,308 searches. Data last updated May 21, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Air Canada flights departing from Columbus and landing in Alberta. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Mon 8/53:40 pmCMH - YYC
1 stop7h 25mAir Canada
Sun 8/1112:10 amYYC - CMH
1 stop12h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 5/20$445
Mon 8/53:40 pmCMH - YYC
1 stop9h 05mAir Canada
Mon 8/126:00 amYYC - CMH
1 stop6h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 5/20$535

Cheap Columbus to Alberta flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Alberta specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,663,308 searches. Prices were last updated on May 21, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Columbus to Alberta in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - YEG
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/123:55 pmYEG - CMH
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$319
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - YEG
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/109:30 amYEG - CMH
1 stop6h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$331
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - YEG
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/113:45 pmYEG - CMH
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$353
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - YEG
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/93:45 pmYEG - CMH
2 stops20h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$355
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - YEG
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/83:45 pmYEG - CMH
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$378
Sun 6/307:30 amCMH - YYC
2 stops13h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/74:20 pmYYC - CMH
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$382
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - YEG
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/93:45 pmYEG - CMH
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$387
Sun 6/307:30 amCMH - YYC
3 stops19h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/79:30 amYYC - CMH
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$388
Tue 6/49:19 pmCMH - YYC
1 stop21h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/107:25 pmYYC - CMH
1 stop17h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$390

Columbus to Alberta 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and Alberta in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,663,308 searches. Data last updated May 21, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Columbus to Alberta in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - YEG
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/123:55 pmYEG - CMH
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$319
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - YEG
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/109:30 amYEG - CMH
1 stop6h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$331
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - YEG
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/113:45 pmYEG - CMH
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$353
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - YEG
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/93:45 pmYEG - CMH
2 stops20h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$355
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - YEG
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/83:45 pmYEG - CMH
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$378
Sun 6/307:30 amCMH - YYC
2 stops13h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/74:20 pmYYC - CMH
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$382
Fri 6/75:50 pmCMH - YEG
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/93:45 pmYEG - CMH
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$387
Sun 6/307:30 amCMH - YYC
3 stops19h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/79:30 amYYC - CMH
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$388
Tue 6/49:19 pmCMH - YYC
1 stop21h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/107:25 pmYYC - CMH
1 stop17h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$390

Columbus to Alberta flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Columbus to Alberta for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,663,308 searches. Data last updated May 21, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Columbus to Alberta departing last-minute. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Sat 5/256:11 pmCMH - YYC
1 stop19h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/276:45 amYYC - CMH
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/20$600
Mon 5/277:06 amCMH - YEG
1 stop12h 00mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/311:30 amYEG - CMH
1 stop16h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/20$729
Sat 5/256:36 amCMH - YYC
1 stop13h 49mWestJet
Sun 5/2612:30 amYYC - CMH
1 stop10h 16mWestJet
Deal found 5/20$731
Sat 5/256:57 amCMH - YYC
2 stops16h 53mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/276:45 amYYC - CMH
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/20$743
Sat 5/256:36 amCMH - YYC
1 stop13h 49mWestJet
Sun 5/261:00 amYYC - CMH
2 stops10h 20mWestJet
Deal found 5/20$763
Sat 5/257:22 amCMH - YYC
2 stops10h 26mWestJet
Sun 5/261:00 amYYC - CMH
2 stops14h 16mWestJet
Deal found 5/20$773
Sat 5/257:22 amCMH - YYC
2 stops10h 26mWestJet
Mon 5/279:30 pmYYC - CMH
2 stops13h 20mWestJet
Deal found 5/20$797
Mon 5/277:06 amCMH - YEG
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/33:30 pmYEG - CMH
2 stops12h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$914
Mon 5/277:06 amCMH - YEG
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/212:04 amYEG - CMH
2 stops10h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$979

Find flights from Columbus to Alberta within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Alberta that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,663,308 searches. Data last updated May 21, 2024.

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ColumbusEdmonton

CMH - YEG

CMHYEG

Columbus

Fri 6/7

1 stop6h 27m

Edmonton

Wed 6/12

1 stop18h 45m

$319

ColumbusEdmonton

CMH - YEG

CMHYEG

Columbus

Fri 6/7

1 stop6h 27m

Edmonton

Mon 6/10

1 stop6h 33m

$331

ColumbusEdmonton

CMH - YEG

CMHYEG

Columbus

Fri 6/7

1 stop6h 27m

Edmonton

Tue 6/11

1 stop12h 20m

$353

ColumbusCalgary

CMH - YYC

CMHYYC

Columbus

Tue 6/4

1 stop6h 22m

Calgary

Tue 6/11

1 stop12h 50m

$425

ColumbusCalgary

CMH - YYC

CMHYYC

Columbus

Mon 8/5

1 stop7h 25m

Calgary

Sun 8/11

1 stop12h 49m

$445

ColumbusCalgary

CMH - YYC

CMHYYC

Columbus

Wed 7/10

2 stops11h 17m

Calgary

Tue 7/16

1 stop25h 42m

$449

ColumbusCalgary

CMH - YYC

CMHYYC

Columbus

Wed 8/14

2 stops11h 13m

Calgary

Fri 8/23

2 stops10h 12m

$494

ColumbusCalgary

CMH - YYC

CMHYYC

Columbus

Thu 7/4

1 stop7h 26m

Calgary

Sat 7/13

1 stop20h 43m

$514

ColumbusCalgary

CMH - YYC

CMHYYC

Columbus

Sat 5/25

1 stop19h 29m

Calgary

Mon 5/27

1 stop8h 14m

$600

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Reviews of airlines servicing Alberta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alberta. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Alberta. Reviews last updated May 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Alberta, such as United Airlines, Air Canada and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,163 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,163 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,163 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,615 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,163 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

WestJet
7.5
Good
2,895 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,163 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,884 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,163 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,447 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,163 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Columbus to Alberta for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus to Alberta for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $319, but on average you can expect to pay $398.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Columbus to Alberta for under $600?

    There are currently 10+ open flights from Columbus to Alberta within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbus to Alberta?

    When booking a flight from Columbus to Alberta, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Air Canada or Delta as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What does CMH to YYC mean?

    Great question - CMH to YYC just means Columbus Airport to Calgary Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Edmonton Airport (YEG), Fort Mcmurray Airport (YMM), Grande Prairie Airport (YQU), Lethbridge Airport (YQL), Medicine Hat Airport (YXH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Alberta that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to Alberta flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbus to Alberta with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus to Alberta flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Alberta that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to Alberta flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Alberta?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbus to Alberta.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to Alberta?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Alberta by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Alberta that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to Alberta offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to Alberta?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to Alberta flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbus to Alberta flight deals updated?

    The Columbus to Alberta flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/20.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Columbus to Alberta

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Alberta. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,663,308 searches. Data last updated May 21, 2024.
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Air CanadaCheapest$225Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$419Average$978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$424Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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