Columbus

$81+ Cheap flights from Dallas 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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — CMH
Aug 1 — Aug 81
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dallas to Columbus are usually found in October or December, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Dallas to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Dallas to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 2, 2026.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/166:19 am
DFW
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CMH
1 stop9h 40m
Frontier
Mon 7/208:59 pm
CMH
-
DFW
1 stop11h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/2$346
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/318:10 pm
DAL
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 25m
Southwest
Fri 8/74:25 pm
CMH
-
DAL
Nonstop2h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/1$347
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.
Fri 8/73:59 pm
DFW
-
CMH
1 stop5h 56m
American Airlines
Mon 8/107:00 am
CMH
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/1$347
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Fri 7/1011:49 am
DFW
-
CMH
1 stop7h 25m
Frontier
Thu 7/168:59 pm
CMH
-
DFW
1 stop11h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Fri 8/76:13 am
DFW
-
CMH
2 stops13h 01m
Frontier
Sun 8/95:44 pm
CMH
-
DFW
1 stop19h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 6/29$350
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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.
Mon 8/108:28 am
DFW
-
CMH
2 stops8h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/143:22 pm
CMH
-
DFW
1 stop6h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/27$351
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/223:15 pm
DAL
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 20m
Southwest
Sun 8/236:05 am
CMH
-
DAL
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/30$352
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/165:15 am
DFW
-
CMH
2 stops9h 23m
United Airlines
Thu 9/175:35 am
CMH
-
DFW
1 stop5h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/30$352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/2410:11 am
DFW
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 39m
American Airlines
Tue 8/45:48 am
CMH
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/28$353
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/71:30 pm
DFW
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 34m
American Airlines
Sun 8/97:00 am
CMH
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/30$354
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/168:55 pm
DFW
-
CMH
2 stops14h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/246:28 pm
CMH
-
DFW
1 stop14h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$355
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/285:55 pm
DAL
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 25m
Southwest
Fri 7/316:35 am
CMH
-
DAL
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/30$356

Find flight deals from Dallas to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas (A78) 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 2, 2026.

Round-trip from

$346
(Frontier)

One-way from

$81
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$436
From Dallas to Columbus
One-way flight from Dallas to Columbus
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dallas 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 2, 2026.
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Price

Cheapest round-trip

DallasColumbus

DAL - CMH

DALCMH

Dallas Love Field

Tue 9/15

8:15 am-1:20 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Columbus

Mon 9/21

6:10 am-9:45 am

1 stop4h 35m

$357

DallasColumbus

DAL - CMH

DALCMH

Dallas Love Field

Tue 7/28

5:55 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Columbus

Thu 7/30

5:45 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$366

DallasColumbus

DAL - CMH

DALCMH

Dallas Love Field

Sat 7/25

9:25 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Columbus

Mon 7/27

5:45 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$366

DallasColumbus

DAL - CMH

DALCMH

Dallas Love Field

Mon 9/21

6:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Columbus

Sun 9/27

6:40 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 20m

$367

DallasColumbus

DAL - CMH

DALCMH

Dallas Love Field

Tue 8/25

3:15 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Columbus

Sun 8/30

7:05 am-12:10 pm

2 stops6h 05m

$368
Quickest round-trip

DallasColumbus

DAL - CMH

DALCMH

Dallas Love Field

Fri 10/16

8:50 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Columbus

Mon 10/19

7:00 am-8:30 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$371

DallasColumbus

DAL - CMH

DALCMH

Dallas Love Field

Thu 7/23

5:25 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Columbus

Sat 7/25

3:10 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$382

DallasColumbus

DFW - CMH

DFWCMH

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 8/31

2:26 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Columbus

Thu 9/3

11:05 am-5:51 pm

2 stops7h 46m

$386

DallasColumbus

DAL - CMH

DALCMH

Dallas Love Field

Mon 9/14

5:20 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Columbus

Tue 9/22

6:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$396

DallasColumbus

DFW - CMH

DFWCMH

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 8/12

5:15 am-5:05 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Columbus

Mon 8/17

11:05 am-7:57 pm

2 stops9h 52m

$418

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Best time to book a flight from Dallas to Columbus

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Columbus (average of $93). Flying from Dallas to Columbus in February is currently the most expensive (average of $247). 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 DFW to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas 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 2, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Dallas to Columbus in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Dallas to Columbus

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas to Columbus. 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 July 2, 2026.

The most flights from A78 to C01 are scheduled on a Thursday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

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

Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dallas to Columbus. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dallas to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dallas to Columbus. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dallas to Columbus flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 2, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,American Airlines, andJetBlue from Dallas to Columbus to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Southwest and United Airlines fly from Dallas to Columbus in about 2h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 59m. Airlines will cover a distance of 918 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dallas to Columbus round-trip?

    Frontier, at $140, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dallas to Columbus.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and American Airlines. Frontier is 66% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $96. Southwest flights start at $130 while deals on American Airlines start at $143 one-way.

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

    Consider Qantas Airways (70%), Japan Airlines (64%) or American Airlines (61%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dallas to Columbus.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas to Columbus?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Dallas to Columbus? While on average our users pay $359, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $218. The most popular route (Dallas/Fort Worth - Columbus), is priced around $216.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Columbus (average of $93). Flying from Dallas to Columbus in February is currently the most expensive (average of $247). 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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Alternative routes for Dallas to Columbus

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Top 4 airlines flying from Dallas to Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Dallas 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 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$60Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$281Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$289Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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