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$40+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Atlanta (ATL)

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CMH — ATL
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson are usually found in May or April, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Atlanta

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Atlanta (ATL). 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 julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$101
(Frontier)

One-way from

$40
(Priceline)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$208
From Columbus to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
One-way flight from Columbus to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($92 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Atlanta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 3, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
lun. 7/1412:31 pmCMH - ATL
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
vie. 7/1810:05 amATL - CMH
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$101
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/412:31 pmCMH - ATL
Nonstop1h 42mMultiple Airlines
jue. 8/710:44 amATL - CMH
1 stop9h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$104
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
mié. 7/165:05 amCMH - ATL
1 stop11h 52mSpirit Airlines
mar. 7/229:38 amATL - CMH
1 stop9h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$117
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
lun. 8/43:55 pmCMH - ATL
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
jue. 8/71:15 pmATL - CMH
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$137

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Atlanta that are best for you.

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ColumbusAtlanta

CMH - ATL

CMHATL

Columbus

lun. 7/14

12:31 pm-2:13 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

vie. 7/18

10:05 am-11:42 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$101

ColumbusAtlanta

CMH - ATL

CMHATL

Columbus

lun. 8/4

12:31 pm-2:13 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

jue. 8/7

10:44 am-8:15 pm

1 stop9h 31m

$104

ColumbusAtlanta

CMH - ATL

CMHATL

Columbus

mié. 7/16

5:05 am-4:57 pm

1 stop11h 52m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mar. 7/22

9:38 am-7:32 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$117

ColumbusAtlanta

CMH - ATL

CMHATL

Columbus

lun. 8/4

3:55 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

jue. 8/7

1:15 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$137

ColumbusAtlanta

CMH - ATL

CMHATL

Columbus

lun. 8/4

12:31 pm-2:13 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$40

ColumbusAtlanta

CMH - ATL

CMHATL

Columbus

mar. 7/8

6:00 am-7:23 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$46

ColumbusAtlanta

CMH - ATL

CMHATL

Columbus

mar. 8/5

12:55 pm-2:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$69

ColumbusAtlanta

CMH - ATL

CMHATL

Columbus

vie. 8/29

4:51 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$101

ColumbusAtlanta

CMH - ATL

CMHATL

Columbus

jue. 8/28

7:00 am-1:42 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$102

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Deals found on 6/30

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Atlanta

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Atlanta. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to Atlanta. 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 Columbus to Atlanta?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Atlanta (average of $190). Flying from Columbus to Atlanta in June is currently the most expensive (average of $247). 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 ATL?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Atlanta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 3, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from Columbus to Atlanta by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Atlanta. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Atlanta flight should consider departing on Friday evenings 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.

Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Atlanta

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to Atlanta. 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 julio 3, 2025.

The most flights from C01 to ATL are scheduled on a Wednesday (33 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Atlanta. 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 Atlanta. Reviews last updated julio 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus to Atlanta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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.

Columbus to Atlanta Travel Guide

There are not that many airlines that fly directly from Columbus to Atlanta, but you will still have a few flights to choose from. Some of the airlines that fly are Spirit, Delta, and American Airlines. The only airline that flies directly from Columbus to Atlanta, however, is Delta. With Delta, the flight will take about 1h 30min and you can choose a morning flight or an afternoon flight. With Spirit and American Airlines, you will be required to stop once. With these airlines, the flight time will be from 4h 45min to 13h 30min.

Related info for your journey

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

    Columbus isn’t a very large city in the United States, but it still has an international airport. This airport is John Glenn Columbus International Airport, which is about six miles east of downtown Columbus, Ohio. Comparatively, it isn’t a large airport, but it still has flights that will take you to Atlanta. There are both direct and indirect flights available, so you will have options to choose from. When arriving in Atlanta, you will arrive at the Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL), which is Atlanta’s only international airport. The flight time for these flights varies with your decision for a direct flight or an indirect flight.

  • What are the layover options between Columbus and Atlanta?

    There are only a few direct options available from Columbus to Atlanta. These nonstop flights are offered by Delta and are significantly shorter than the indirect options. However, there are more options if you are considering a layover. With Spirit Airlines, you will stop in Fort Lauderdale. With American Airlines, you will stop at Charlotte Douglas International Airport in Charlotte, North Carolina, or you can stop in Dallas Forth Worth in Texas. It is important to consider many factors when deciding on a flight. These factors include the layover location, journey time, price, and airline. Be sure to do your due diligence when deciding on an airline and a layover. You do not want to end up in a place you do not want to be or that can cause an inconvenience.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Columbus to Atlanta?

    Because this is a domestic flight between Columbus, Ohio, and Atlanta, Georgia, you will not need a visa to journey between these two destinations. However, it is important to keep your passport because it will be asked for at security when entering the airport. Some airlines do not allow a complimentary checked bag, like Spirit Airlines, but all airlines will give you the option of bringing a carry-on bag. Be sure not to carry liquids or animals on the flight as these are not allowed.

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

    If you book a flight to Atlanta from Columbus, you will be flying to Hartsfield-Jackson, which is the city’s only airport. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is located 8.2 mi from the center of Atlanta. There are 24 flights from Columbus to Hartsfield-Jackson per day from 6 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to Atlanta round-trip from $101. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $117, and Southwest, from $137. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Atlanta for 62% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to Atlanta are Frontier ($40), Spirit Airlines ($46), and Southwest ($69).

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Columbus to Atlanta on time: Spirit Airlines (92%), Aeromexico (84%), Korean Air (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Atlanta?

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Atlanta is generally $1,172, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $66. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson), you can expect to pay $102 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Atlanta (average of $190). Flying from Columbus to Atlanta in June is currently the most expensive (average of $247). 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 6 airlines flying from Columbus to Atlanta

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Atlanta. 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 julio 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$51Average$126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$78Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$113Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$137Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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