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

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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — CMH
Feb 5 — Feb 121
Thu 2/5
Thu 2/12
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 January 6, 2026.

Round-trip from

$248
(Southwest)

One-way from

$149
(Delta)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$616
From Oakland to Columbus
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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 January 6, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Wed 3/45:40 amOAK - CMH
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Wed 3/117:10 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 1/5$248
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 3/56:15 amOAK - CMH
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Tue 3/107:10 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 1/5$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 1/2712:33 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Wed 1/287:30 amCMH - OAK
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 1/5$297
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 1/2711:43 amOAK - CMH
1 stop27h 44mAlaska Airlines
Fri 1/308:00 amCMH - OAK
1 stop11h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/5$298
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 1/2710:30 amOAK - CMH
2 stops28h 57mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/298:00 amCMH - OAK
1 stop11h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/5$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Mon 2/212:33 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Thu 2/56:04 pmCMH - OAK
2 stops8h 49mDelta
Deal found 1/5$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 1/2812:33 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Fri 1/306:04 pmCMH - OAK
2 stops8h 49mDelta
Deal found 1/5$308

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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 January 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Columbus that are best for you.

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Oakland

Fly to

Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Wed 3/4

5:40 am-3:05 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Columbus

Wed 3/11

7:10 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$248

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Thu 3/5

10:00 am-8:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Columbus

Tue 3/10

7:10 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$296

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Tue 1/27

10:30 am-6:27 pm

2 stops28h 57m

Columbus

Thu 1/29

8:00 am-4:23 pm

1 stop11h 23m

$299

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Tue 1/27

10:30 am-6:27 pm

2 stops28h 57m

Columbus

Fri 1/30

8:00 am-8:40 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$299

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Mon 2/2

12:33 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Columbus

Thu 2/5

6:04 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops8h 49m

$302

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Wed 1/28

12:33 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Columbus

Fri 1/30

6:04 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops8h 49m

$308

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Thu 2/12

9:20 am-7:10 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Columbus

Sun 2/15

5:25 am-10:10 am

1 stop7h 45m

$318

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Wed 5/13

10:45 am-11:55 pm

2 stops10h 10m

Columbus

Mon 5/18

5:45 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$328

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Mon 1/26

4:54 pm-9:55 am

2 stops14h 01m

Columbus

Wed 1/28

7:30 am-11:52 am

1 stop7h 22m

$331

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Mon 2/2

12:33 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$149

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Best time to book a flight from Oakland to Columbus

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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 $126). Flying from Oakland, California to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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.

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 January 6, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest and Delta 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
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,018 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

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 2 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from Oakland, California to Columbus can take about 6h 25m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $248. Oakland, California and Columbus are separated by a distance of 2104 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Southwest, at $296, was found to be the cheapest airline from Oakland, California to Columbus. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Delta. Southwest is 34% 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?

    $87 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 Delta and Southwest, with prices starting from $148 and $154, 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 $126). Flying from Oakland, California to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 2 airlines flying from Oakland to Columbus

Discover the top 2 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 January 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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