Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Columbus from $90

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 6/12. 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.
MCI — CMH
May 5 — May 121

The best prices from Kansas City to Columbus are usually found in March or January, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 30, 2024.

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November

Cheapest in

March

Round-trip from

$283

One-way from

$90
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From Kansas City to Columbus
One-way flight from Kansas City to Columbus

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Columbus?

Flights from Kansas City to Columbus are found to be more expensive on Saturday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Columbus.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Columbus (MCI - CMH)?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 43% on flights from Kansas City to Columbus by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Kansas City to Columbus

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Kansas City and Columbus. 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 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Kansas City to Columbus. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Wed 5/2910:34 amMCI - CMH
2 stops20h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/53:15 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$162
Wed 5/155:46 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/189:00 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$183
Wed 5/295:46 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/53:15 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$187
Wed 5/155:20 amMCI - CMH
3 stops16h 38mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/189:00 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$204
Wed 5/2910:34 amMCI - CMH
2 stops20h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/53:36 pmCMH - MCI
2 stops15h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$207
Wed 5/155:46 pmMCI - CMH
2 stops19h 55mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/189:00 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$210
Tue 5/285:20 amMCI - CMH
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/97:00 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop14h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$211
Tue 5/145:20 amMCI - CMH
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/155:15 amCMH - MCI
1 stop17h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$216
Mon 5/206:51 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop27h 36mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/235:15 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$224

Cheap American Airlines flights from Kansas City to Columbus

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Kansas City and Columbus. 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 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on American Airlines flights from Kansas City to Columbus. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Fri 6/284:20 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/111:00 amCMH - MCI
1 stop10h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$237
Thu 7/45:48 amMCI - CMH
1 stop7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/95:38 amCMH - MCI
1 stop6h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$239
Wed 7/175:00 amMCI - CMH
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/235:38 amCMH - MCI
1 stop6h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$306
Sun 5/57:15 amMCI - CMH
2 stops6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/66:47 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop5h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$893

Cheap Kansas City to Columbus flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Kansas City to Columbus specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,913,887 searches. Prices were last updated on April 30, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Kansas City to Columbus in April and May 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 5/2910:34 amMCI - CMH
2 stops20h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/53:15 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$162
Wed 5/155:46 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/189:00 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$183
Wed 5/295:46 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/53:15 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$187
Wed 5/155:20 amMCI - CMH
3 stops16h 38mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/189:00 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$204
Wed 5/2910:34 amMCI - CMH
2 stops20h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/53:36 pmCMH - MCI
2 stops15h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$207
Wed 5/155:46 pmMCI - CMH
2 stops19h 55mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/189:00 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$210
Tue 5/285:20 amMCI - CMH
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/97:00 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop14h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$211
Tue 5/145:20 amMCI - CMH
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/155:15 amCMH - MCI
1 stop17h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$216
Mon 5/206:51 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop27h 36mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/235:15 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$224

Kansas City to Columbus 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Kansas City and Columbus in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Kansas City to Columbus in April and May 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 5/2910:34 amMCI - CMH
2 stops20h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/53:15 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$162
Wed 5/155:46 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/189:00 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$183
Wed 5/295:46 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/53:15 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$187
Sun 6/26:29 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/49:00 amCMH - MCI
1 stop25h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$198
Wed 5/155:20 amMCI - CMH
3 stops16h 38mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/189:00 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$204
Wed 5/2910:34 amMCI - CMH
2 stops20h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/53:36 pmCMH - MCI
2 stops15h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$207
Wed 5/155:46 pmMCI - CMH
2 stops19h 55mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/189:00 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$210
Tue 5/285:20 amMCI - CMH
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/97:00 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop14h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$211
Sun 6/26:29 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/41:45 pmCMH - MCI
2 stops21h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$215

Kansas City to Columbus flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Kansas City to Columbus 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 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Kansas City to Columbus. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Sun 5/57:30 amMCI - CMH
1 stop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/68:14 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop26h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$408
Sun 5/57:30 amMCI - CMH
1 stop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/65:15 amCMH - MCI
3 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$621
Sun 5/57:15 amMCI - CMH
2 stops6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/66:47 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop5h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$893

One-way flights to Columbus from Kansas City

Search for one-way flight options from Kansas City to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Kansas City to Columbus, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users needing a return flight from Kansas City to Columbus should utilize the search form above.
Wed 6/128:23 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop23h 36mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$90
Tue 6/115:10 amMCI - CMH
1 stop12h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$112
Thu 5/305:20 amMCI - CMH
1 stop10h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$114
Fri 5/315:25 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop13h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$146
Wed 7/1010:34 amMCI - CMH
1 stop11h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$147
Mon 7/16:28 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$153
Sat 7/205:59 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$154
Thu 5/307:00 amMCI - CMH
3 stops23h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$167
Thu 5/307:00 amMCI - CMH
2 stops29h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$169

Find flights from Kansas City to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City 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 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.

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MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Wed 5/29

2 stops20h 23m

Columbus

Wed 6/5

1 stop7h 52m

$162

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MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Wed 5/15

1 stop13h 11m

Columbus

Sat 5/18

1 stop12h 55m

$183

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MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Wed 5/29

1 stop13h 11m

Columbus

Wed 6/5

1 stop7h 52m

$187

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MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Fri 6/28

1 stop6h 42m

Columbus

Mon 7/1

1 stop10h 35m

$237

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MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Thu 7/4

1 stop7h 56m

Columbus

Tue 7/9

1 stop6h 14m

$239

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Wed 6/12

1 stop23h 36m

Columbus

Fri 6/14

1 stop7h 48m

$242

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MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Wed 6/5

1 stop23h 36m

Columbus

Fri 6/7

1 stop7h 48m

$244

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MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Sat 10/5

1 stop6h 32m

Columbus

Wed 10/9

1 stop6h 23m

$271

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Fri 7/19

1 stop4h 29m

Columbus

Thu 7/25

1 stop4h 35m

$442

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Deals found on 4/29

When is the best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Columbus. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Kansas City to Columbus is 43 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Columbus. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kansas City to Columbus flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Columbus by month

Plan your trip from Kansas City to Columbus by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Kansas City to Columbus is currently $139 while a round-trip flight costs $245. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Columbus (average of $283). Flying from Kansas City to Columbus in June is currently the most expensive (average of $375). 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.

January

$291

February

$298

March

$347

April

$332

May

$352

June

$375

July

$346

August

$299

September

$295

October

$283

November

$294

December

$300

Temperature and rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMH

Temperature

30.2 - 75.2 °F

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 30, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines from Kansas City to Columbus have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
9,111 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
9,111 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,111 reviews

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8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
10,896 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,111 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
11,186 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,111 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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Good
14,814 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,111 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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8.1
Very good
9,111 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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

    If you book a flight to Columbus from Kansas City, you will be flying from Kansas City, which is the city’s only airport. Kansas City (MCI) is located 17.4 mi from the center of Kansas City. There are 0 flights from Kansas City to Columbus per day from 4 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Kansas City to Columbus for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Kansas City to Columbus for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $162, but on average you can expect to pay $224.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Kansas City to Columbus for under $500?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Kansas City to Columbus within the next 7 days for less than $500.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Kansas City to Columbus round-trip from $162. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $237, and Delta, from $271. You may be able to fly from Kansas City to Columbus for 57% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $90. Users have also found prices from $112 and $153 on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

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

  • What does MCI to CMH mean?

    Great question - MCI to CMH just means Kansas City Airport to Columbus Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Dayton Airport (DAY), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Kansas City to Columbus 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 Kansas City to Columbus with specific airlines?

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

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from Kansas City to Columbus 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 Kansas City to Columbus?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Kansas City to Columbus 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 Kansas City to Columbus flight deals updated?

    The Kansas City to Columbus flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/30.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Kansas City to Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$172Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapest$246Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$247Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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