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$125+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 8/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CMH
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Columbus are usually found in November or May, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$257
(Southwest)

One-way from

$125
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$390
From Houston Hobby to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 8/253:30 pmHOU - CMH
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Tue 8/268:20 amCMH - HOU
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/201:05 pmHOU - CMH
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Mon 8/256:15 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Deal found 7/2$277
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/147:41 pmHOU - CMH
1 stop15h 42mSun Country Air
Sun 8/1710:30 amCMH - HOU
1 stop7h 54mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/30$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 7/295:00 amHOU - CMH
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/57:23 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$362

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus that are best for you.

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Hobby

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Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/25

3:30 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Columbus

Tue 8/26

8:20 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$257

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/20

1:05 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Columbus

Mon 8/25

6:15 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$277

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/14

7:41 pm-12:23 pm

1 stop15h 42m

Columbus

Sun 8/17

10:30 am-5:24 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$285

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Tue 7/29

5:00 am-1:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Columbus

Tue 8/5

7:23 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$362

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/11

8:03 pm-12:18 am

2 stops27h 15m

$125

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Thu 9/4

3:30 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$129

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/1

6:00 am-12:44 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$139

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/17

6:24 pm-6:11 pm

1 stop22h 47m

$168

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Fri 9/5

6:00 am-1:32 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$181

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Columbus. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 HOU to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 July 3, 2025.

When flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight at noon.

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 July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport 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
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
339 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus round-trip?

    Southwest, at $257, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Sun Country Air. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $129. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Sun Country Air, as they are both options that can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $72. While the most popular route (Houston Hobby - Columbus) can be booked for $156 on average our data indicates $442 when flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 6 airlines flying from Hobby to Columbus

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$100Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$144Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$151Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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