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$52+ Cheap flights from Columbus to California

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CMH — LAX
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$117
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$52
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$290
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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 August 14, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/912:53 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop8h 49mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/166:15 amSAN - CMH
1 stop13h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$105
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Sat 9/1312:53 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop8h 49mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/161:35 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$117
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 10/2312:53 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/263:24 pmLAS - CMH
Nonstop4h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$136
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sat 10/412:53 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/73:40 pmLAS - CMH
Nonstop4h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$138
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Tue 9/912:53 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/133:40 pmLAS - CMH
Nonstop4h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$139
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/712:53 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/113:40 pmLAS - CMH
Nonstop4h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$141
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/912:53 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop12h 12mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/166:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop13h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$142
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 10/612:55 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/113:24 pmLAS - CMH
Nonstop4h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sun 10/1912:55 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 20mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/273:24 pmLAS - CMH
Nonstop4h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$144
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/412:53 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop8h 49mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/96:15 amSAN - CMH
1 stop13h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$144
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/78:34 pmCMH - LAS
1 stop5h 59mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/113:40 pmLAS - CMH
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 9/1212:53 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1610:09 pmLAS - CMH
1 stop10h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$146

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 August 14, 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

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Sat 9/13

12:53 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop8h 49m

San Diego

Tue 9/16

1:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$117

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Tue 9/9

12:53 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop12h 12m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/16

6:45 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 00m

$142

ColumbusLas Vegas

CMH - LAS

CMHLAS

Columbus

Fri 9/12

12:53 pm-2:19 pm

Nonstop4h 26m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/16

3:40 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$144

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Mon 9/15

12:53 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop12h 33m

San Diego

Tue 9/16

1:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$144

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 9/4

12:53 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop8h 49m

San Diego

Tue 9/9

1:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$144

ColumbusLas Vegas

CMH - LAS

CMHLAS

Columbus

Fri 10/24

7:04 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 10/31

3:24 pm-10:28 pm

Nonstop4h 04m

$145

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Thu 9/4

8:34 am-10:36 am

Nonstop5h 02m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/7

11:41 am-7:11 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$147

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sun 9/7

8:34 am-10:36 am

Nonstop5h 02m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

11:41 am-7:11 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$148

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Mon 10/27

8:42 am-10:41 am

Nonstop4h 59m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/30

11:46 am-7:13 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

$148

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Fri 10/17

8:34 am-10:36 am

Nonstop5h 02m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/19

11:41 am-7:11 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$148

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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 $326). 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 August 14, 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.

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 August 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to California, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,045 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

    $52 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 Southwest, with prices starting from $78 and $94, 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 - San Francisco or Columbus - Los Angeles 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: American Airlines (85%), Alaska Airlines (85%), Qantas Airways( 72%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to California? While on average our users pay $280, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $58. The most popular route (Columbus - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), is priced around $133.

  • 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 $326). 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$114Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$127Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$130Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$152Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$230Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$237Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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