HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Tempe

$72+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Tempe, AZ

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 11/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — PHX
Dec 10 — Dec 171
Wed 12/10
Wed 12/17
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Columbus to Tempe with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Tempe are usually found in October or September, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Find flight deals from Columbus to Tempe

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Tempe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Tempe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 10, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/278:21 pmCMH - PHX
1 stop14h 34mFrontier
Wed 12/37:43 pmPHX - CMH
2 stops19h 57mFrontier
Deal found 11/8$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:28 pmCMH - PHX
1 stop31h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/296:00 amPHX - CMH
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/8$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:45 pmCMH - PHX
2 stops39h 21mFrontier
Sun 12/146:00 amPHX - CMH
1 stop27h 41mFrontier
Deal found 11/8$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/228:02 pmCMH - PHX
2 stops22h 52mFrontier
Sun 1/47:00 amPHX - CMH
1 stop10h 03mFrontier
Deal found 11/7$237
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/214:43 pmCMH - PHX
1 stop8h 34mFrontier
Mon 11/2410:11 pmPHX - CMH
1 stop19h 25mFrontier
Deal found 11/9$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2212:14 pmCMH - PHX
2 stops14h 18mFrontier
Thu 11/277:00 amPHX - CMH
1 stop10h 36mFrontier
Deal found 11/7$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/238:21 pmCMH - PHX
1 stop30h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/27:43 pmPHX - CMH
2 stops18h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/8$240
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 11/208:21 pmCMH - PHX
1 stop26h 43mFrontier
Mon 11/2410:11 pmPHX - CMH
1 stop19h 25mFrontier
Deal found 11/8$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/238:21 pmCMH - PHX
1 stop30h 11mFrontier
Tue 11/2510:43 pmPHX - CMH
2 stops17h 47mFrontier
Deal found 11/7$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/145:09 pmCMH - PHX
2 stops24h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/217:00 amPHX - CMH
1 stop10h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/8$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/248:30 amCMH - PHX
1 stop16h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/27:43 pmPHX - CMH
2 stops18h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/8$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/248:30 amCMH - PHX
1 stop16h 41mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/2610:55 pmPHX - CMH
2 stops11h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$251

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Tempe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to Tempe flight deals. Data was last updated November 10, 2025.

Round-trip from

$226
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$72
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$453
From Columbus to Tempe
Search Deals
One-way flight from Columbus to Tempe
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Tempe 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 November 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Tempe that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Tempe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Fri 12/5

6:43 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop28h 42m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 12/10

7:00 am-5:47 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$352

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Thu 12/4

6:43 pm-11:08 am

1 stop18h 25m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 12/9

3:23 pm-5:47 pm

2 stops24h 24m

$356

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Wed 2/4

8:00 am-5:53 pm

1 stop11h 53m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 2/7

5:12 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$361

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Sun 2/1

10:48 am-7:04 pm

2 stops10h 16m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 2/7

2:20 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$365

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Tue 12/9

6:43 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 17m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 12/15

12:59 am-10:24 am

1 stop7h 25m

$397

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Tue 12/9

11:50 am-7:15 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 12/16

2:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$402

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Thu 1/1

5:15 am-7:50 am

Nonstop4h 35m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 1/5

2:00 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops6h 40m

$414

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Wed 1/28

7:30 am-1:09 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 2/1

12:59 am-9:52 am

1 stop6h 53m

$419

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Thu 12/4

6:43 pm-12:05 am

1 stop31h 22m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 12/14

6:00 am-5:47 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$431

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Sun 12/7

6:43 pm-11:08 am

1 stop18h 25m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 12/14

6:00 am-5:47 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$431

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 11/9

Showing 1-10 of 18 results
1
2

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Tempe

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tempe from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Tempe. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbus to Tempe, you should look to book at least 45 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Tempe (average of $185). Flying from Columbus to Tempe in December is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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 CMH to TM9?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Tempe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 10, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus to Tempe in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Tempe

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to Tempe. 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 November 10, 2025.

The most flights from C01 to TM9 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tempe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tempe. 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 Tempe. Reviews last updated November 10, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus to Tempe 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,012 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,113 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Tempe. 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 Columbus to Tempe?

    Alaska Airlines and Delta can get you from Columbus to Tempe in just under 10h 16m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 26m. The distance from Columbus to Tempe is about 1665 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Before booking your flight to Tempe from Columbus, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Alaska Airlines (87%), American Airlines (87%), Southwest( 72%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Tempe?

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Tempe is generally $392, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $163. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), you can expect to pay $196 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Tempe (average of $185). Flying from Columbus to Tempe in December is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Columbus to Tempe

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Cleveland to Las Vegas flights
Detroit to Las Vegas flights
Detroit to Sky Harbor Intl flights
Cincinnati to Las Vegas flights
Columbus to Las Vegas flights
Cincinnati to Sky Harbor Intl flights
Pittsburgh to Las Vegas flights
Cleveland to Sky Harbor Intl flights
Columbus to Sky Harbor Intl flights
Akron to Las Vegas flights
Pittsburgh to Sky Harbor Intl flights
Dayton to Las Vegas flights
Akron to Sky Harbor Intl flights
Dayton to Sky Harbor Intl flights
Detroit to Tucson flights
Cleveland to Tucson flights
Cincinnati to Tucson flights
Columbus to Tucson flights
Cincinnati to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway flights
Dayton to Tucson flights
Pittsburgh to Tucson flights
Akron to Tucson flights
Erie to Las Vegas flights
Huntington to Las Vegas flights
Detroit to Flagstaff flights
Cincinnati to Flagstaff flights
Erie to Sky Harbor Intl flights
Cleveland to Flagstaff flights
Columbus to Flagstaff flights
Toledo to Las Vegas flights
Dayton to Flagstaff flights
Detroit to Yuma flights
Pittsburgh to Flagstaff flights
Akron to Flagstaff flights
Huntington to Tucson flights
Toledo to Sky Harbor Intl flights
Erie to Tucson flights
Toledo to Flagstaff flights
Cleveland to Yuma flights
Toledo to Tucson flights

Top 6 airlines flying from Columbus to Tempe

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Tempe. 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 November 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$150Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$354Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.