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$55+ Cheap flights from Columbus to California

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CMH — LAX
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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$162
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One-way from

$59
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$276
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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 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/24:56 pmCMH - BUR
1 stop8h 02mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/57:00 amBUR - CMH
1 stop6h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$162
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/24:56 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop7h 21mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/56:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$166
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/2910:22 amCMH - SNA
Nonstop5h 01mBreeze Airways
Sun 6/11:08 pmSNA - CMH
Nonstop4h 28mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/30$178
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 5/205:25 amCMH - LAS
1 stop10h 01mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/235:00 pmLAS - CMH
1 stop12h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$180
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/286:14 amCMH - SMF
3 stops15h 28mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/410:41 amSMF - CMH
1 stop26h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$189
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 5/184:56 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/213:46 pmLAS - CMH
1 stop21h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$190
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/294:56 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop7h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/11:08 pmSNA - CMH
Nonstop4h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$195
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/137:05 amCMH - LAX
1 stop15h 43mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/166:00 amLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$219
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 5/286:14 amCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/45:45 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop8h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$221
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/155:59 pmCMH - LAX
Nonstop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/2012:40 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$233
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/85:59 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop26h 44mFrontier
Wed 5/144:59 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop21h 10mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$235
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/292:21 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/212:30 amLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$237

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Thu 5/29

10:22 am-12:23 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 6/1

1:08 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

$159

ColumbusBurbank

CMH - BUR

CMHBUR

Columbus

Mon 6/2

4:56 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 6/5

7:00 am-4:01 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$162

ColumbusLas Vegas

CMH - LAS

CMHLAS

Columbus

Tue 5/20

5:25 am-12:26 pm

1 stop10h 01m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/23

5:00 pm-8:50 am

1 stop12h 50m

$180

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Mon 6/16

4:47 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 6/19

6:45 am-3:52 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$182

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Wed 5/28

6:14 am-6:42 pm

3 stops15h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/4

10:41 am-4:01 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$189

ColumbusLas Vegas

CMH - LAS

CMHLAS

Columbus

Sun 5/18

4:56 pm-6:22 pm

Nonstop4h 26m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/21

3:46 pm-4:24 pm

1 stop21h 38m

$190

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Sun 6/15

10:22 am-12:23 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/18

6:45 am-3:52 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$205

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Tue 5/13

7:05 am-7:48 pm

1 stop15h 43m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/16

6:00 am-4:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$219

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 5/28

6:14 am-11:32 am

1 stop8h 18m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/4

5:45 pm-5:13 am

1 stop8h 28m

$221

ColumbusOntario

CMH - ONT

CMHONT

Columbus

Thu 5/22

5:21 pm-9:15 am

1 stop18h 54m

Ontario

Sat 5/24

5:21 pm-4:24 pm

1 stop20h 03m

$231

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to California

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to California (average of $246). Flying from Columbus to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 1, 2025.

When flying from Columbus to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 1, 2025.

The most flights from C01 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Columbus to California by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,406 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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.

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

    $59 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 Breeze Airways and Frontier, with prices starting from $70 and $109, 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: Alaska Airlines (74%), Malaysia Airlines (69%), American Airlines( 65%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to California? While on average our users pay $752, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $128. The most popular route (Columbus - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), is priced around $118.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to California (average of $246). Flying from Columbus to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$125Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$130Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$137Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$150Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$187Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$201Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$303Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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