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Cheap flights from Columbus to Atlanta (ATL)

CMH — ATL
Nov 7 — Nov 141
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson are usually found in July or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

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Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$134
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2026

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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?

Booking 43 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Atlanta (average of $119). Flying from Columbus to Atlanta in November is currently the most expensive (average of $212). 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?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from Columbus to Atlanta by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andJetBlue 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.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

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

  • 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 26 flights from Columbus to Hartsfield-Jackson per day from 5 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 $39. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are JetBlue, from $99, and Delta, from $102. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Atlanta for 75% 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 ($28), Southwest ($59), and Delta ($68).

  • 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: WestJet (93%), Korean Air (90%), Aeromexico (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Atlanta?

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Atlanta is generally $1,180, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $88. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson), you can expect to pay $113 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Atlanta (average of $119). Flying from Columbus to Atlanta in November is currently the most expensive (average of $212). 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 Columbus to Atlanta

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$89FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$99Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$102Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$110Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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