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$115+ Cheap flights from Columbus to California

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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — LAX
Jun 25 — Jul 21
Thu 6/25
Thu 7/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 26, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Fri 8/144:47 pm
CMH
-
SAN
1 stop19h 18m
Frontier
Sun 8/239:37 am
SAN
-
CMH
1 stop27h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 5/25$288
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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.
Fri 6/56:43 pm
CMH
-
SFO
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Mon 6/86:00 am
SFO
-
CMH
1 stop8h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 5/22$290
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Fri 6/124:47 pm
CMH
-
SAN
1 stop10h 06m
Frontier
Wed 6/246:25 am
SAN
-
CMH
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21$297
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/214:47 pm
CMH
-
SAN
1 stop18h 55m
Frontier
Mon 8/246:25 am
SAN
-
CMH
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 5/22$299
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/174:47 pm
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop9h 42m
Frontier
Thu 8/2010:12 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop18h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 5/22$303
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/264:47 pm
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop9h 43m
Frontier
Tue 9/112:59 am
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop12h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 5/23$307
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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.
Wed 6/174:47 pm
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop6h 42m
Frontier
Tue 6/2312:59 am
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop12h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 5/24$310
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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.
Mon 7/274:47 pm
CMH
-
SAN
1 stop19h 18m
Frontier
Wed 7/296:25 am
SAN
-
CMH
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 5/24$310
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/314:47 pm
CMH
-
ONT
1 stop20h 17m
Frontier
Wed 8/56:00 am
ONT
-
CMH
1 stop7h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21$311
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/910:28 am
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop13h 49m
Frontier
Tue 7/149:42 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop19h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21$312
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Fri 7/174:47 pm
CMH
-
SAN
1 stop19h 18m
Frontier
Thu 7/2310:00 am
SAN
-
CMH
1 stop27h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/25$312
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/208:32 am
CMH
-
SAN
1 stop9h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 10/296:15 am
SAN
-
CMH
1 stop11h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/22$313

Find flight deals from Columbus to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to California flight deals. Data was last updated May 26, 2026.

Round-trip from

$288
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$115
(Expedia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$367
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to California 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 May 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to California that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 7/16

7:20 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 10m

San Diego

Sun 7/19

10:15 pm-9:46 am

1 stop8h 31m

$317

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 7/2

7:00 am-1:29 pm

1 stop9h 29m

San Diego

Sat 7/4

10:15 pm-9:37 am

1 stop8h 22m

$317

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Tue 7/14

3:25 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

San Diego

Wed 7/22

11:45 am-7:15 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$323
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 7/15

7:45 am-9:35 am

Nonstop4h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/18

10:45 am-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$329

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 7/29

9:00 am-1:09 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/5

10:45 am-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$339

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Sun 8/2

5:30 am-9:29 am

1 stop6h 59m

San Diego

Sat 8/8

10:25 pm-9:57 am

1 stop8h 32m

$344

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 7/8

5:16 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop8h 33m

San Jose

Wed 7/15

6:35 am-5:34 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$347

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 7/15

7:20 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Los Angeles

Fri 7/17

12:30 am-10:02 am

1 stop6h 32m

$349

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 6/12

7:31 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop5h 06m

San Francisco

Sun 6/14

9:39 pm-5:31 am

Nonstop4h 52m

$349

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 8/5

7:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/9

11:59 pm-10:02 am

1 stop7h 03m

$349

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to California

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to California (average of $118). Flying from Columbus to California in February is currently the most expensive (average of $694). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 26, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Columbus to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to California. 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 May 26, 2026.

The most flights from C01 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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

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

Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to California. Price data was last updated on May 23, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to California flight should consider departing on Friday at noon 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 California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated May 26, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to California, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,424 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,750 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,630 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.2
Okay
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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 Columbus to California. 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 California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus to California in 4h 50m. Fly via Delta, Southwest, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Columbus to California is about 1990 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $63 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Breeze Airways, with prices starting from $65 and $99, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Columbus to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Columbus to California consider Columbus - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Columbus - Los Angeles or Columbus - San Francisco as they are the most popular.

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

    Before booking your flight to California from Columbus, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (91%), Qantas Airways (74%), Malaysia Airlines( 69%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to California? While on average our users pay $780, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $164. The most popular route (Columbus - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), is priced around $323.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to California (average of $118). Flying from Columbus to California in February is currently the most expensive (average of $694). 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 9 airlines flying from Columbus to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to California. 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 May 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$101Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$114Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$168Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$229Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$240Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$387Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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