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$119+ Cheap flights from Pensacola (PNS) to Columbus

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PNS — CMH
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Pensacola to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pensacola (PNS) to Columbus (C01). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$182
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$119
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$279
From Pensacola to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Pensacola to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pensacola to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/291:53 pmPNS - CMH
1 stop9h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/55:05 amCMH - PNS
1 stop8h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$182
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/304:25 pmPNS - CMH
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Tue 10/712:50 pmCMH - PNS
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:00 amPNS - CMH
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Mon 12/296:09 pmCMH - PNS
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 6/29$347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/302:17 pmPNS - CMH
2 stops8h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/77:00 amCMH - PNS
3 stops15h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$353
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/36:00 amPNS - CMH
1 stop9h 59mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/105:25 pmCMH - PNS
1 stop23h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$407

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Pensacola to Columbus 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 1, 2025.
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PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Tue 7/29

1:53 pm-12:18 am

1 stop9h 25m

Columbus

Tue 8/5

5:05 am-12:48 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$182

PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Sat 9/13

7:55 am-4:10 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Columbus

Sun 9/28

7:00 am-9:50 am

1 stop3h 50m

$313

PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Thu 9/4

2:15 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Columbus

Sun 9/7

6:30 am-1:59 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$381

PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Fri 7/18

6:09 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Columbus

Fri 7/18

5:59 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$407

PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Fri 7/18

11:05 am-12:27 pm

3 stops24h 22m

Columbus

Tue 7/22

5:05 am-12:48 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$506

PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Tue 9/16

3:57 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$119

PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Fri 7/18

6:00 am-8:22 pm

1 stop13h 22m

$126

PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Sat 7/5

4:29 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop23h 01m

$214

PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Sat 7/5

6:50 am-4:10 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$281

PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Sun 7/6

6:03 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$350

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Best time to book a flight from Pensacola to Columbus

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Pensacola to Columbus

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Pensacola to Columbus?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pensacola to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Pensacola to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PNS to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Pensacola to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 1, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Pensacola to Columbus in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Pensacola to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Pensacola to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Pensacola to Columbus flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated July 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Pensacola to Columbus, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,101 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Pensacola to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Pensacola to Columbus?

    Located just 4.0 mi from the city center, Pensacola is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbus from Pensacola. Booking flights from Pensacola (PNS) to Columbus should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Columbus from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Pensacola to Columbus round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($182), Southwest ($237), and United Airlines ($332) offers the cheapest pricing from Pensacola to Columbus. Spirit Airlines is priced at 46% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Pensacola to Columbus one-way?

    $119 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Frontier, with prices starting from $126 and $214, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Pensacola to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pensacola to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Pensacola to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Pensacola to Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Pensacola to Columbus. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$148Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$198Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$244Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$279Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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