$79+ 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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — LAX
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to CaliforniaExplore 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 July 23, 2026.
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 July 23, 2026.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Tue 9/155:48 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/222:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop11h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$187
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 9/115:48 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/147:15 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop18h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$197
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Fri 9/257:02 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop10h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 10/22:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop11h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$207
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/48:27 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop15h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/83:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop10h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$219
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/48:27 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop15h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/94:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop9h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$234
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/218:27 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 24m
Frontier
Mon 8/246:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop10h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$240
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Mon 8/173:22 pm
CMH
- ONT
1 stop11h 28m
Frontier
Wed 8/266:00 am
ONT
- CMH
1 stop10h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 7/20![Frontier logo]()
$242
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Mon 8/173:22 pm
CMH
- ONT
1 stop11h 28m
Frontier
Mon 8/246:00 am
ONT
- CMH
1 stop10h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$243
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/143:22 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop11h 29m
Frontier
Tue 8/183:45 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop24h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/118:00 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 35m
United Airlines
Sat 8/156:20 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Tue 8/111:45 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops10h 00m
Southwest
Sat 8/157:50 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$262
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Wed 10/74:57 pm
CMH
- ONT
1 stop9h 58m
Frontier
Wed 10/146:00 am
ONT
- CMH
1 stop6h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 7/21![Frontier logo]()
$264
Best flights from Columbus to CaliforniaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 23, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 23, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/17:02 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop10h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/62:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop11h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$272
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/210:40 am
CMH
- SAN
Nonstop4h 50m
Southwest
Wed 11/41:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21![Southwest logo]()
$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/307:00 am
CMH
- LAX
1 stop8h 55m
Delta
Tue 11/39:54 am
LAX
- CMH
1 stop8h 08m
Delta
Deal found 7/19![Delta logo]()
$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/17:30 am
CMH
- LAX
Nonstop4h 58m
United Airlines
Sat 10/310:30 am
LAX
- CMH
Nonstop4h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Sat 9/55:44 am
CMH
- ONT
1 stop6h 50m
American Airlines
Fri 9/1112:37 pm
ONT
- CMH
1 stop6h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/18![American Airlines logo]()
$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Mon 8/101:10 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Wed 8/2612:20 pm
SAN
- CMH
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/18![Southwest logo]()
$292
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/28:25 am
CMH
- SAN
2 stops15h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 11/67:38 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop22h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$320
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Sun 9/610:50 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Thu 9/104:15 pm
SAN
- CMH
Nonstop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/18![Southwest logo]()
$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Fri 9/257:17 am
CMH
- LAX
1 stop7h 06m
United Airlines
Fri 10/210:30 am
LAX
- CMH
Nonstop4h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3011:15 am
CMH
- LAX
1 stop9h 03m
Delta
Mon 11/26:00 am
LAX
- CMH
1 stop8h 26m
Delta
Deal found 7/22![Delta logo]()
$343
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Tue 9/221:45 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops10h 00m
Southwest
Tue 9/2912:20 pm
SAN
- CMH
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Mon 8/107:15 am
CMH
- LAX
Nonstop4h 51m
United Airlines
Sat 8/2210:35 pm
LAX
- CMH
1 stop8h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/19![United Airlines logo]()
$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/296:25 am
CMH
- LAX
1 stop6h 54m
Delta
Mon 11/210:45 pm
LAX
- CMH
1 stop8h 01m
Delta
Deal found 7/18![Delta logo]()
$349
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/278:34 am
CMH
- LGB
1 stop8h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 10/287:02 am
LGB
- CMH
1 stop10h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$354
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Sat 9/128:05 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Wed 9/167:10 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/18![Southwest logo]()
$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/276:25 am
CMH
- SNA
1 stop7h 03m
Delta
Thu 10/292:00 pm
SNA
- CMH
1 stop7h 34m
Delta
Deal found 7/19![Delta logo]()
$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Wed 10/217:21 am
CMH
- SFO
Nonstop5h 09m
United Airlines
Sat 10/248:20 am
SFO
- CMH
Nonstop4h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$349
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/118:25 am
CMH
- LAS
1 stop9h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 11/149:36 am
LAS
- CMH
1 stop8h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/197:20 am
CMH
- SMF
1 stop7h 31m
United Airlines
Mon 8/246:30 am
SMF
- CMH
1 stop6h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/512:50 pm
CMH
- ONT
1 stop8h 28m
Delta
Thu 12/1012:00 pm
ONT
- CMH
1 stop9h 10m
Delta
Deal found 7/23![Delta logo]()
$355
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/28:30 am
CMH
- LAX
1 stop9h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 12/47:00 am
LAX
- CMH
1 stop10h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/98:20 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Sun 10/1812:35 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$327
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/27:20 am
CMH
- SMF
1 stop7h 31m
United Airlines
Tue 9/86:30 am
SMF
- CMH
1 stop8h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/23:50 pm
CMH
- ONT
1 stop9h 24m
Delta
Thu 12/107:00 am
ONT
- CMH
1 stop8h 45m
Delta
Deal found 7/23![Delta logo]()
$355
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/58:30 am
CMH
- LAX
1 stop9h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 12/107:00 am
LAX
- CMH
1 stop10h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/15:35 pm
CMH
- BUR
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Sat 10/311:00 am
BUR
- CMH
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/203:41 pm
CMH
- ONT
1 stop7h 20m
United Airlines
Sat 8/225:00 am
ONT
- CMH
1 stop6h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$355
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Wed 9/305:48 pm
CMH
- SMF
2 stops19h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 10/56:51 pm
SMF
- CMH
1 stop22h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$364
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/102:21 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop10h 14m
Delta
Tue 10/206:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop8h 59m
Delta
Deal found 7/20![Delta logo]()
$369
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/309:00 pm
CMH
- LAX
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Mon 11/212:00 pm
LAX
- CMH
2 stops8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21![Southwest logo]()
$338
Last-minute flights from Columbus to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to California. Data last updated July 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to California. Data last updated July 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Mon 8/103:22 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop20h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/264:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop9h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/118:00 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 35m
United Airlines
Sat 8/156:20 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Tue 8/111:45 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops10h 00m
Southwest
Sat 8/157:50 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/116:35 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 45m
Delta
Sat 8/1510:17 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 40m
Delta
Deal found 7/21![Delta logo]()
$267
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/143:22 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop11h 29m
Frontier
Tue 8/183:45 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop24h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/157:05 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 33m
Delta
Thu 8/209:30 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 27m
Delta
Deal found 7/20![Delta logo]()
$277
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Mon 8/173:22 pm
CMH
- ONT
1 stop11h 28m
Frontier
Wed 8/266:00 am
ONT
- CMH
1 stop10h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 7/20![Frontier logo]()
$242
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Mon 8/173:22 pm
CMH
- ONT
1 stop11h 28m
Frontier
Mon 8/246:00 am
ONT
- CMH
1 stop10h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$243
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/195:35 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop9h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 8/257:15 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop18h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$187
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/218:27 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 24m
Frontier
Mon 8/246:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop10h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$240
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 8/218:27 pm
CMH
- ONT
1 stop6h 23m
Frontier
Mon 8/246:00 am
ONT
- CMH
1 stop10h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 7/20![Frontier logo]()
$280
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/255:35 pm
CMH
- OAK
2 stops27h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/16:48 am
OAK
- CMH
2 stops19h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$264
One-way flights from Columbus to CaliforniaSearch for one-way flight options from Columbus to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 23, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 23, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/256:10 pm
CMH
- LAS
2 stops20h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$79
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/186:10 pm
CMH
- LAS
2 stops20h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 7/21![Frontier logo]()
$84
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/208:34 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop9h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$94
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/246:45 pm
CMH
- LAS
2 stops20h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$96
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/106:28 pm
CMH
- ONT
2 stops32h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 7/20![Frontier logo]()
$99
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 9/185:48 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$104
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/169:52 am
CMH
- SNA
Nonstop5h 04m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/19![Breeze Airways logo]()
$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/226:28 pm
CMH
- LAS
2 stops31h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$106
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Tue 9/296:28 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops32h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 7/20![Frontier logo]()
$107
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 8/206:10 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops41h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/18![Frontier logo]()
$109
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/206:11 pm
CMH
- LAS
2 stops32h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$110
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Tue 8/186:10 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops32h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 7/20![Frontier logo]()
$110
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 July 23, 2026.
Round-trip from | $187 (Expedia) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $79 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $400 |
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Tue 9/1
7:02 am-2:44 pm
1 stop10h 42m
San Diego
Sun 9/6
2:50 pm-5:08 am
1 stop11h 18m
$272
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Mon 11/2
10:40 am-12:30 pm
Nonstop4h 50m
San Diego
Wed 11/4
1:50 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop5h 45m
$277
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Mon 8/10
1:10 pm-6:05 pm
1 stop7h 55m
San Diego
Wed 8/26
12:20 pm-10:50 pm
2 stops7h 30m
$292
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Sun 9/6
10:50 am-3:30 pm
1 stop7h 40m
San Diego
Thu 9/10
4:15 pm-11:35 pm
Nonstop4h 20m
$297
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Tue 9/22
1:45 pm-8:45 pm
2 stops10h 00m
San Diego
Tue 9/29
12:20 pm-10:50 pm
2 stops7h 30m
$297
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Sat 9/12
8:05 am-11:15 am
1 stop6h 10m
San Diego
Wed 9/16
7:10 am-6:30 pm
1 stop8h 20m
$313
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Mon 11/2
8:25 am-9:19 pm
2 stops15h 54m
San Diego
Fri 11/6
7:38 pm-8:55 pm
1 stop22h 17m
$320
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Fri 10/9
8:20 pm-11:45 pm
1 stop6h 25m
San Diego
Sun 10/18
12:35 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop8h 20m
$327
ColumbusLos Angeles
CMH - LAX
CMHLAX
Columbus
Fri 10/30
7:00 am-12:55 pm
1 stop8h 55m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Tue 11/3
9:54 am-9:02 pm
1 stop8h 08m
$333
ColumbusBurbank
CMH - BUR
CMHBUR
Columbus
Thu 10/1
5:35 pm-9:45 pm
1 stop7h 10m
Burbank Bob Hope
Sat 10/3
11:00 am-10:05 pm
2 stops8h 05m
$338
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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to California
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CMH-LAX
CMH-ONT
CMH-LGB
CMH-SNA
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C01-USCA
CMH-SAN
CMH-LAX
CMH-ONT
CMH-LGB
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to California?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to California (average of $359). Flying from Columbus to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $450). 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 July 23, 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 40% 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 July 23, 2026.
The most flights from C01 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus to California?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Columbus to California flights typically cost between $292 and $442 in August.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $329 on United Airlines (Aug 14-Aug 26).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus to California?
Booking 81 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.
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 July 23, 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.
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$101 | Average$272 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$179 | Average$398 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$466 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$228 | Average$333 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$240 | Average$392 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$248 | Average$451 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$256 | Average$460 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$387 | Average$553 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |