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$149+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) to Columbus

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OAK — CMH
Dec 21 — Dec 281
Sun 12/21
Sun 12/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to Columbus (C01). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$297
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$149
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$463
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/116:40 amOAK - CMH
1 stop8h 07mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/146:43 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop8h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/115:45 amOAK - CMH
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Sun 12/148:30 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1210:20 amOAK - CMH
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Sun 12/148:30 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$323
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/412:30 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop8h 04mDelta
Mon 12/81:46 pmCMH - OAK
2 stops13h 22mDelta
Deal found 11/19$326
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/35:55 amOAK - CMH
2 stops9h 29mDelta
Sat 12/64:00 pmCMH - OAK
2 stops9h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/18$331
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sun 12/75:40 amOAK - CMH
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Fri 12/125:40 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/263:45 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Tue 1/66:40 amCMH - OAK
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$369
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/127:59 pmOAK - CMH
2 stops18h 48mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/146:43 pmCMH - OAK
2 stops27h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$383
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/183:30 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Tue 12/238:35 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$385
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:40 amOAK - CMH
1 stop8h 07mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/86:43 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop8h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$388

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland to Columbus 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 November 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Columbus that are best for you.

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Oakland

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Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Sun 1/18

12:10 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Columbus

Thu 1/22

6:05 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$309

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Fri 2/20

8:25 am-7:10 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Columbus

Wed 2/25

6:05 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$309

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Thu 2/19

2:25 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Columbus

Tue 2/24

6:05 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$309

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Fri 12/12

10:20 am-8:00 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Columbus

Sun 12/14

8:30 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 40m

$323

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Thu 12/4

12:30 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Columbus

Mon 12/8

1:46 pm-12:08 am

2 stops13h 22m

$326

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Wed 12/3

5:55 am-6:24 pm

2 stops9h 29m

Columbus

Sat 12/6

4:00 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$331

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Fri 2/20

6:15 am-5:56 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Columbus

Wed 2/25

6:52 pm-9:14 am

1 stop17h 22m

$345

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Sun 4/12

2:35 pm-1:40 am

1 stop8h 05m

Columbus

Sat 4/18

12:35 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$353

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Fri 3/6

11:20 am-9:15 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Columbus

Mon 3/30

6:20 pm-12:50 am

1 stop9h 30m

$379

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Sat 12/13

12:30 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$149

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Best time to book a flight from Oakland to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Oakland to Columbus

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Columbus (average of $141). Flying from Oakland, California to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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 OAK to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Oakland, California to Columbus in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated November 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and Spirit Airlines from Oakland to Columbus. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
4,251 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
8,002 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
8,157 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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 Oakland to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Oakland to Columbus?

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Oakland is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbus from Oakland. Booking flights from Oakland (OAK) to Columbus should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Columbus from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Oakland, California to Columbus?

    A quick flight from Oakland, California to Columbus can take about 7h. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $309. Oakland, California and Columbus are separated by a distance of 2104 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to Columbus round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $153, was found to be the cheapest airline from Oakland, California to Columbus.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Southwest. Spirit Airlines is 65% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $149 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $150 and $155, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Oakland to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Oakland to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Oakland to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Oakland to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland to Columbus 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 Oakland, California to Columbus?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Columbus (average of $141). Flying from Oakland, California to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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 3 airlines flying from Oakland to Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Oakland to Columbus. 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 November 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$153Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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