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$85+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — LAX
May 29 — Jun 51
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to California

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 April 29, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Fri 5/86:43 pm
CMH
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ONT
1 stop8h 06m
Frontier
Mon 5/116:00 am
ONT
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CMH
1 stop8h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 4/26$230
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/62:03 pm
CMH
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LAS
1 stop6h 11m
Delta
Wed 6/1011:10 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop7h 38m
Delta
Deal found 4/23$237
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/18:58 pm
CMH
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LAS
1 stop26h 22m
Frontier
Wed 7/89:42 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop19h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$243
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/156:43 pm
CMH
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LAS
1 stop19h 52m
Frontier
Sun 5/178:59 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop17h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$244
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/224:47 pm
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop6h 40m
Frontier
Sun 7/269:42 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop19h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$249
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Mon 6/154:47 pm
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop6h 42m
Frontier
Thu 6/186:45 am
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop7h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$250
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/86:43 pm
CMH
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ONT
1 stop8h 06m
Frontier
Wed 6/176:00 am
ONT
-
CMH
1 stop7h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$250
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/116:43 pm
CMH
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LAS
1 stop22h 01m
Frontier
Thu 5/148:59 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop17h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 4/24$251
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/156:43 pm
CMH
-
ONT
1 stop8h 06m
Frontier
Mon 5/186:00 am
ONT
-
CMH
1 stop8h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$251
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/104:47 pm
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop6h 42m
Frontier
Tue 6/1612:59 am
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop12h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 4/26$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/115:30 pm
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop7h 22m
American Airlines
Wed 5/2012:21 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop7h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/23$254
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/98:59 pm
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop17h 17m
Frontier
Thu 8/136:45 am
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop7h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$255

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 April 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$230
(Frontier)

One-way from

$85
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$359

Good round-trip deal

$266 or less

Good one-way deal

$238 or less
From Columbus to California
One-way flight from Columbus to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Columbus to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Columbus to California.

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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 April 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport 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 5/21

3:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop7h 15m

San Diego

Sat 5/23

11:30 am-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$317

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Fri 7/10

2:00 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop9h 36m

San Diego

Sat 7/18

6:15 am-5:32 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$317

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Sat 6/27

4:30 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop6h 51m

San Diego

Sat 7/4

10:15 pm-9:37 am

1 stop8h 22m

$317

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 7/15

10:28 am-2:09 pm

1 stop6h 41m

San Diego

Mon 7/20

6:15 am-6:06 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$317

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Mon 6/29

3:55 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops8h 00m

San Diego

Tue 6/30

3:05 pm-12:40 am

1 stop6h 35m

$322

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 5/13

5:55 am-10:00 am

1 stop7h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/29

6:45 am-5:05 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$326

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

Tue 5/19

7:25 am-2:27 pm

1 stop10h 02m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/26

2:24 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$327

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Tue 6/2

2:03 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop9h 35m

San Jose

Wed 6/3

8:05 pm-9:56 am

2 stops10h 51m

$332

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 5/21

2:03 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop9h 36m

San Diego

Wed 5/27

1:50 pm-12:25 am

1 stop7h 35m

$338

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Sun 6/21

6:30 am-10:24 am

1 stop6h 54m

San Diego

Thu 6/25

10:15 pm-9:37 am

1 stop8h 22m

$338

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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 Airport to California

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

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus Airport to California may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to California (average of $139). Flying from Columbus Airport to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of $696). 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 April 29, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus Airport 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 39% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to California. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport 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.

Weekly flight availability from Columbus Airport 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 April 29, 2026.

The most flights from CMH to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

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 April 29, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Columbus Airport to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 Airport to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus Airport to California in 7h 15m. Fly via Southwest, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Columbus Airport to California is about 1959 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to California are Spirit Airlines ($63), Frontier ($65), and Breeze Airways ($91).

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Columbus Airport to California are United Airlines (97%), Malaysia Airlines (90%) and Qantas Airways (74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to California?

    While on average a flight from Columbus Airport to California is generally $1,181, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $164. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), you can expect to pay $191 for that flight.

  • 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 Airport to California?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to California (average of $139). Flying from Columbus Airport to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of $696). 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 April 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$101Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$114Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$148Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$229Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$240Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$363Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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