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$55+ 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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — CMH
Dec 19 — Dec 261
Fri 12/19
Fri 12/26
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/84:43 pmDFW - CMH
1 stop16h 36mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1011:14 amCMH - DFW
1 stop21h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$194
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/812:20 pmDFW - CMH
2 stops20h 59mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/128:33 pmCMH - DFW
1 stop13h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/17$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/1210:15 amDFW - CMH
1 stop8h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/105:33 amCMH - DFW
1 stop9h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$199
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Mon 12/295:45 amDFW - CMH
1 stop10h 48mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/66:28 pmCMH - DFW
1 stop6h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$200
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/410:15 amDFW - CMH
1 stop8h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/128:33 pmCMH - DFW
1 stop13h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$204
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/35:40 amDFW - CMH
1 stop9h 29mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/148:33 pmCMH - DFW
1 stop13h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/18$205
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/85:59 amDFW - CMH
1 stop12h 39mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/158:33 pmCMH - DFW
1 stop13h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/18$207
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/410:15 amDFW - CMH
1 stop6h 25mFrontier
Fri 12/512:56 pmCMH - DFW
1 stop10h 58mFrontier
Deal found 11/17$208
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:05 amDFW - CMH
2 stops15h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/148:33 pmCMH - DFW
1 stop13h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$209
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1110:15 amDFW - CMH
1 stop6h 25mFrontier
Mon 12/1512:36 pmCMH - DFW
1 stop11h 18mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$210
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:05 amDFW - CMH
2 stops15h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/96:00 amCMH - DFW
1 stop9h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$213
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.
Wed 12/173:30 pmDAL - CMH
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Wed 12/242:55 pmCMH - DAL
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$311

Cheap 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 November 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$194
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$55
(Expedia)

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Average price

$417
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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 November 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dallas to Columbus that are best for you.

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DallasColumbus

DFW - CMH

DFWCMH

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 12/8

4:43 pm-10:19 am

1 stop16h 36m

Columbus

Thu 12/11

6:45 pm-8:01 am

1 stop14h 16m

$213

DallasColumbus

DFW - CMH

DFWCMH

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 2/2

11:06 am-7:05 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Columbus

Wed 2/11

5:33 am-6:10 pm

1 stop13h 37m

$235

DallasColumbus

DFW - CMH

DFWCMH

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 12/31

5:45 am-5:33 pm

1 stop10h 48m

Columbus

Wed 1/7

11:14 am-12:35 pm

3 stops26h 21m

$241

DallasColumbus

DFW - CMH

DFWCMH

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 12/8

1:41 pm-7:38 pm

3 stops28h 57m

Columbus

Thu 12/11

8:33 pm-9:26 am

1 stop13h 53m

$253

DallasColumbus

DFW - CMH

DFWCMH

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 11/25

6:38 am-2:13 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Columbus

Tue 12/2

8:30 am-6:45 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$259

DallasColumbus

DFW - CMH

DFWCMH

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 12/6

5:45 am-10:14 pm

1 stop15h 29m

Columbus

Mon 12/8

11:14 am-9:26 am

3 stops23h 12m

$278

DallasColumbus

DFW - CMH

DFWCMH

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 12/11

12:20 pm-10:19 am

2 stops20h 59m

Columbus

Mon 12/15

11:14 am-9:26 am

3 stops23h 12m

$298

DallasColumbus

DAL - CMH

DALCMH

Dallas Love Field

Wed 12/31

6:45 am-12:20 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Columbus

Wed 1/7

8:20 am-10:10 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$311

DallasColumbus

DFW - CMH

DFWCMH

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 12/2

12:10 pm-4:09 pm

3 stops26h 59m

Columbus

Thu 12/4

8:33 pm-9:26 am

1 stop13h 53m

$313

DallasColumbus

DAL - CMH

DALCMH

Dallas Love Field

Wed 12/17

2:40 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops6h 30m

Columbus

Wed 12/24

2:55 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$316

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas to Columbus. Price data was last updated on November 14, 2025.

Booking 80 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 month to book a flight from Dallas to Columbus?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Columbus (average of $116). Flying from Dallas to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $310). 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 November 19, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Dallas to Columbus in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 42% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dallas to Columbus flight should consider departing on Friday evenings 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.

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

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 19, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,046 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,154 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,106 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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 Spirit Airlines and Southwest fly from Dallas to Columbus in about 4h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 13m. 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?

    Spirit Airlines, at $114, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dallas to Columbus.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Delta. Spirit Airlines is 70% 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 $71. Spirit Airlines flights start at $73 while deals on Southwest start at $151 one-way.

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

    Consider Japan Airlines (79%), Qantas Airways (69%) or Alaska Airlines (68%) 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 $431, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $186. The most popular route (Dallas/Fort Worth - Columbus), is priced around $123.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Columbus (average of $116). Flying from Dallas to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $310). 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 Dallas to Columbus

Discover the top 6 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 November 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$113Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$114Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$270Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$387Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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