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$66+ Cheap flights from California 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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
feb. 28 — mar. 71
sáb. 2/28
sáb. 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Columbus

Cheapest flights from California to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 29, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 2/2811:16 pm
SFO
-
CMH
1 stop8h 16m
Frontier
lun. 3/28:13 pm
CMH
-
SFO
1 stop7h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$158
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/269:36 am
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop6h 47m
Frontier
lun. 3/28:13 pm
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop6h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$168
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/266:25 am
SAN
-
CMH
1 stop9h 58m
Frontier
lun. 3/28:13 pm
CMH
-
SAN
1 stop6h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$168
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
jue. 2/196:05 am
ONT
-
CMH
1 stop10h 18m
Frontier
lun. 2/238:13 pm
CMH
-
ONT
1 stop6h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$168
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/39:54 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop9h 50m
Spirit Airlines
mié. 3/1111:39 am
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop15h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$175
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 2/209:54 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop9h 26m
Spirit Airlines
dom. 2/2211:39 am
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop15h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$185
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/59:54 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop9h 50m
Spirit Airlines
dom. 3/811:39 am
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop15h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/28$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/39:54 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop9h 50m
Multiple Airlines
mié. 3/115:45 am
CMH
-
LAS
2 stops20h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/56:25 am
SAN
-
CMH
1 stop9h 58m
Frontier
dom. 3/82:51 pm
CMH
-
SAN
2 stops32h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$204
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/412:59 am
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop15h 24m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 3/811:39 am
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$208
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 2/213:16 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop25h 08m
Multiple Airlines
mié. 2/2511:39 am
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
jue. 2/267:22 pm
ONT
-
CMH
2 stops12h 10m
Frontier
lun. 3/28:13 pm
CMH
-
ONT
1 stop28h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 1/29$211

Find flight deals from California to Columbus

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Columbus flight deals. Data was last updated enero 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$158
(Expedia)

One-way from

$66
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$417
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 enero 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Columbus that are best for you.

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Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 2/26

9:36 am-7:23 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Columbus

lun. 3/2

8:13 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$168

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

jue. 2/26

6:25 am-7:23 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Columbus

lun. 3/2

8:13 pm-12:08 am

1 stop6h 55m

$168

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 3/3

9:54 pm-10:44 am

1 stop9h 50m

Columbus

mié. 3/11

11:39 am-11:44 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$175

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

jue. 3/5

6:25 am-7:23 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Columbus

dom. 3/8

2:51 pm-8:33 pm

2 stops32h 42m

$204

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sáb. 2/21

3:16 pm-7:24 pm

1 stop25h 08m

Columbus

mié. 2/25

11:39 am-11:44 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$209

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mar. 3/3

1:20 pm-10:44 am

2 stops18h 24m

Columbus

jue. 3/5

8:08 pm-10:47 am

1 stop17h 39m

$228

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

vie. 3/6

9:54 pm-10:44 am

1 stop9h 50m

Columbus

mié. 3/11

11:39 am-11:44 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$242

OntarioColumbus

ONT - CMH

ONTCMH

Ontario

jue. 2/19

6:05 am-7:23 pm

1 stop10h 18m

Columbus

lun. 2/23

8:13 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$252

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

mar. 3/17

1:05 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Columbus

lun. 3/23

4:55 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$253

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 2/17

9:54 pm-10:44 am

1 stop9h 50m

Columbus

vie. 2/20

10:54 am-10:50 pm

1 stop14h 56m

$255

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Best time to book a flight from California to Columbus

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Columbus

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Columbus (average of $101). Flying from California to Columbus in July is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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 CA to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 enero 29, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from California to Columbus in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Columbus. 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 California to Columbus?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Columbus in 6h 47m. Fly via Frontier, Spirit Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1765 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Columbus are Spirit Airlines ($66), Frontier ($72), and Breeze Airways ($94).

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Columbus, San Francisco - Columbus or Ontario - Columbus when deciding on the best route from California to Columbus.

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

    Consider Malaysia Airlines (85%), American Airlines (84%) or Alaska Airlines (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from California to Columbus.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Columbus?

    While on average a flight from California to Columbus is generally $345, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $208. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Columbus), you can expect to pay $188 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Columbus (average of $101). Flying from California to Columbus in July is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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 California to Columbus

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from California 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 enero 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$91Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$113Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$119Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$138Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$204Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$227Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$230Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$274Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$362Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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