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$77+ Cheap flights from Phoenix 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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — CMH
May 10 — May 171
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Phoenix to Columbus are usually found in April or May, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Phoenix to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Phoenix to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Phoenix to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 10, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/309:24 pm
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop18h 49m
Frontier
Mon 5/412:00 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop12h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 4/8$160
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/296:51 pm
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop21h 22m
Frontier
Fri 5/18:08 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop24h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 4/8$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1311:30 pm
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop14h 40m
Frontier
Mon 5/186:43 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop23h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1811:30 pm
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop14h 40m
Frontier
Sun 5/316:05 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop29h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 4/9$181
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:52 am
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop7h 21m
Frontier
Mon 5/47:58 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop6h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 4/7$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/306:24 pm
PHX
-
CMH
2 stops20h 16m
Frontier
Tue 5/126:05 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop29h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 4/9$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1811:30 pm
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop14h 40m
Frontier
Thu 5/286:05 pm
CMH
-
PHX
2 stops30h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 4/9$196
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/236:50 am
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop9h 30m
Frontier
Mon 4/2712:10 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop12h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 4/7$200

Find flight deals from Phoenix to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Phoenix (PH1) 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 April 10, 2026.

Round-trip from

$160
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$77
(Trip.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$421
From Phoenix to Columbus
One-way flight from Phoenix to Columbus
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($9 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/28

5:20 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Columbus

Tue 5/5

1:10 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$377

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/6

10:22 am-8:02 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Columbus

Tue 5/12

8:01 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$397

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/12

11:50 am-8:35 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Columbus

Tue 5/19

8:40 am-1:05 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$397

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 5/2

3:45 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Columbus

Sat 5/9

4:35 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$398

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 6/4

12:59 am-9:54 am

1 stop5h 55m

Columbus

Thu 6/11

12:48 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$442

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 5/25

6:00 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop3h 40m

Columbus

Tue 6/2

1:10 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$452

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 6/7

12:41 am-10:03 am

1 stop6h 22m

Columbus

Mon 6/8

6:30 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$458

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 6/17

6:00 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop3h 40m

Columbus

Sat 6/20

5:40 am-8:45 am

1 stop6h 05m

$462

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/20

10:55 pm-9:56 am

1 stop8h 01m

Columbus

Sun 5/31

2:05 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$472

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 6/12

5:45 am-7:01 pm

1 stop10h 16m

Columbus

Sun 6/21

10:04 am-9:23 pm

1 stop14h 19m

$487

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Best time to book a flight from Phoenix to Columbus

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Phoenix to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Phoenix to Columbus. Price data was last updated on April 3, 2026.

Booking 35 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Phoenix to Columbus. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Columbus (average of $107). Flying from Phoenix to Columbus in January is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 PHX to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix 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 April 10, 2026.

When flying from Phoenix to Columbus, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 45% versus a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Phoenix to Columbus

Explore weekly flight availability from Phoenix to Columbus. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 10, 2026.

The most flights from PH1 to C01 are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Phoenix to Columbus?

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 April 10, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican Airlines from Phoenix to Columbus to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Phoenix to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Phoenix to Columbus?

    There are many flights that can get you from Phoenix to Columbus in 3h 35m. Fly via Southwest, American Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1665 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Columbus, with prices starting at $130. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $158 and $297, respectively. These flights start at 71% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Phoenix to Columbus are Frontier ($88), United Airlines ($158), and Delta ($158).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Phoenix to Columbus?

    Before booking your flight to Columbus from Phoenix, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (74%), Alaska Airlines (74%), Southwest( 53%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Columbus?

    While on average a flight from Phoenix to Columbus is generally $419, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $163. When looking at the most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Columbus), you can expect to pay $224 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Columbus?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Columbus (average of $107). Flying from Phoenix to Columbus in January is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 5 airlines flying from Phoenix to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix 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 April 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$158Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$297Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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