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$72+ 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 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — LAX
Mar 29 — Apr 51
Sun 3/29
Sun 4/5
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 February 27, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 4/168:18 pm
CMH
-
ONT
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Thu 4/235:33 pm
ONT
-
CMH
1 stop22h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 2/26$201
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Thu 4/168:18 pm
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop18h 05m
Frontier
Thu 4/2311:03 am
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop28h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 2/24$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/238:15 pm
CMH
-
ONT
1 stop14h 16m
Frontier
Wed 5/612:59 am
ONT
-
CMH
1 stop15h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/118:18 pm
CMH
-
ONT
1 stop30h 37m
Frontier
Sat 5/1612:59 am
ONT
-
CMH
1 stop15h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 2/23$217
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/168:18 pm
CMH
-
ONT
1 stop14h 13m
Frontier
Sat 4/1812:59 am
ONT
-
CMH
1 stop15h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 2/23$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 5/18:08 pm
CMH
-
ONT
1 stop30h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/62:44 pm
ONT
-
CMH
2 stops17h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/26$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1612:35 pm
CMH
-
SMF
2 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/2311:03 am
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/24$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/88:18 pm
CMH
-
ONT
2 stops17h 26m
Frontier
Sun 5/1012:59 am
ONT
-
CMH
1 stop15h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 2/23$240
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 3/104:15 pm
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop9h 34m
Frontier
Mon 3/161:36 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop15h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 2/26$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/102:41 pm
CMH
-
LAS
2 stops10h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/179:45 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop8h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25$252
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Sun 3/157:33 pm
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop14h 43m
Frontier
Thu 3/196:00 am
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop9h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 2/26$253
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Sun 4/198:19 pm
CMH
-
SMF
1 stop18h 04m
Frontier
Sun 4/2611:03 am
SMF
-
CMH
1 stop27h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$253

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 February 27, 2026.

Round-trip from

$201
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$72
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$384
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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 February 27, 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

ColumbusOntario

CMH - ONT

CMHONT

Columbus

Wed 4/22

7:05 am-12:14 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Ontario

Wed 4/29

1:29 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$277

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Fri 7/3

7:15 am-9:06 am

Nonstop4h 51m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/8

1:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$279

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Thu 6/4

7:15 am-9:06 am

Nonstop4h 51m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/8

5:10 am-3:28 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$279

ColumbusReno

CMH - RNO

CMHRNO

Columbus

Sat 4/11

2:15 pm-8:57 pm

2 stops9h 42m

Reno

Wed 4/15

5:30 am-2:32 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$282

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 3/25

5:30 am-9:40 am

1 stop7h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/31

12:55 am-10:57 am

1 stop7h 02m

$289

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Fri 7/10

5:01 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/14

10:35 pm-8:38 am

1 stop7h 03m

$289

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Tue 3/17

1:45 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop8h 55m

San Diego

Thu 3/26

1:10 pm-1:00 am

1 stop8h 50m

$305

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Tue 3/24

4:15 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 44m

San Jose

Tue 3/31

6:30 am-4:50 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$307

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 6/19

8:55 pm-1:42 am

1 stop7h 47m

San Francisco

Mon 6/22

11:05 pm-9:49 am

1 stop7h 44m

$309

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Mon 4/6

6:06 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops8h 52m

San Jose

Wed 4/15

1:45 pm-12:43 am

1 stop7h 58m

$326

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to California (average of $112). Flying from Columbus to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $200). 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 February 27, 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 at noon could potentially save you up to 35% on airfare.

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 February 21, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to California flight should consider departing on Saturday 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 February 27, 2026.
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
4,301 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,301 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,301 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
7.9
Good
8,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,301 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
9,349 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,301 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
11,357 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,301 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,493 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,301 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

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 8h 05m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance from Columbus to California is about 1892 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $55 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Breeze Airways, with prices starting from $63 and $91, 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 (100%), American Airlines (75%), Qantas Airways( 75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to California? While on average our users pay $1,182, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $153. The most popular route (Columbus - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), is priced around $163.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to California (average of $112). Flying from Columbus to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $200). 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 February 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$114Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$117Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$168Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$199Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$204Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$228Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$240Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$387Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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