HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Columbus

$72+ Cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Columbus

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FLL — CMH
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus are usually found in February or June, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) 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 8, 2026.

Round-trip from

$72
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$205
From Fort Lauderdale to Columbus
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($2 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 8, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/288:45 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Tue 2/35:45 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$72
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Fri 1/309:26 amFLL - LCK
Nonstop2h 45mAllegiant Air
Mon 2/26:16 pmLCK - FLL
Nonstop2h 46mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/7$75
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/48:45 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 2/95:45 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/7$76
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Wed 2/258:50 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/211:39 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$77
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/298:45 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 2/210:40 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$80
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Wed 2/118:45 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 2/1611:39 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$91
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/38:45 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 2/166:15 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$92
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/169:26 amFLL - LCK
Nonstop2h 45mAllegiant Air
Mon 1/196:16 pmLCK - FLL
Nonstop2h 46mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/7$92
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/17:00 amFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 40mSpirit Airlines
Thu 2/55:45 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$96
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/216:35 amFLL - CMH
1 stop5h 50mSpirit Airlines
Tue 2/246:15 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/7$101
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/129:26 amFLL - LCK
Nonstop2h 45mAllegiant Air
Mon 1/196:16 pmLCK - FLL
Nonstop2h 46mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/5$101
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/25:35 amFLL - CMH
1 stop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/45:45 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$104

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus that are best for you.

Fly from

Fort Lauderdale

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - LCK

FLLLCK

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 1/30

9:26 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Columbus Rickenbacker

Mon 2/2

6:16 pm-9:02 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

$75

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - CMH

FLLCMH

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 2/4

8:45 pm-11:27 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Columbus

Mon 2/9

5:45 am-8:26 am

Nonstop2h 41m

$76

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - CMH

FLLCMH

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 2/21

6:35 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Columbus

Tue 2/24

6:15 am-9:04 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$101

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - LCK

FLLLCK

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 4/10

5:02 pm-7:47 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Columbus Rickenbacker

Mon 4/13

8:37 pm-11:11 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$101

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - CMH

FLLCMH

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 2/25

8:50 pm-11:32 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Columbus

Mon 3/2

5:45 am-4:00 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$102

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - LCK

FLLLCK

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 1/26

9:26 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Columbus Rickenbacker

Mon 2/2

6:16 pm-9:02 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

$107

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - CMH

FLLCMH

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 3/4

8:50 pm-11:32 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Columbus

Sun 3/8

9:15 am-11:57 am

Nonstop2h 42m

$112

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - CMH

FLLCMH

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 1/21

8:45 pm-11:27 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Columbus

Tue 2/10

6:06 am-4:19 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$112

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - CMH

FLLCMH

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 1/31

1:03 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop10h 16m

Columbus

Tue 2/3

5:45 am-8:26 am

Nonstop2h 41m

$128

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - CMH

FLLCMH

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 4/8

7:55 pm-10:32 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Columbus

Thu 4/9

5:15 am-7:49 am

Nonstop2h 34m

$131

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/8

Showing 1-10 of 37 results
1
2
3
4

Best time to book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from Fort Lauderdale with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus. Price data was last updated on January 2, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus, you should look to book at least 69 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 Fort Lauderdale to Columbus?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus (average of $63). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus in June is currently the most expensive (average of $110). 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 FLL to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale 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 January 8, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 35% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus. Price data was last updated on January 3, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Fort Lauderdale to Columbus flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings 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.

Weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus

Explore weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale 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 January 8, 2026.

The most flights from FLL to C01 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 8, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,029 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,095 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
702 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,289 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    Fort Lauderdale (FLL), located 3.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus. 5 airlines have flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Columbus per day.

  • How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus?

    There are many flights that can get you from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus in 2h 42m. Fly via Allegiant Air or Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. Fort Lauderdale and Columbus are separated by a distance of 975 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus round-trip from $72. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $80, and Southwest, from $147. Allegiant Air is currently priced 60% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Allegiant Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $46. Spirit Airlines flights start at $46 while deals on Frontier start at $49 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus? While on average our users pay $234, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $63. The most popular route (Fort Lauderdale - Columbus), is priced around $72.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus (average of $63). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus in June is currently the most expensive (average of $110). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Fort Lauderdale to Columbus

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Fort Lauderdale to Detroit flights
Orlando to Detroit flights
Miami to Detroit flights
Orlando to Pittsburgh flights
Orlando to Cleveland flights
Fort Lauderdale to Pittsburgh flights
Tampa to Pittsburgh flights
Orlando to Cincinnati flights
Orlando to Akron flights
Tampa to Detroit flights
Fort Lauderdale to Cleveland flights
Tampa to Cleveland flights
West Palm Beach to Detroit flights
Fort Lauderdale to Cincinnati flights
Tampa to Cincinnati flights
Fort Myers to Cleveland flights
Miami to Cleveland flights
Fort Myers to Pittsburgh flights
Orlando to Columbus flights
Fort Myers to Detroit flights
Jacksonville to Detroit flights
Tampa to Columbus flights
Miami to Cincinnati flights
Fort Myers to Cincinnati flights
Fort Myers to Akron flights
Miami to Pittsburgh flights
Miami to Columbus flights
Fort Lauderdale to Columbus flights
Fort Myers to Columbus flights
West Palm Beach to Pittsburgh flights
West Palm Beach to Cleveland flights
Tampa to Akron flights
Sarasota to Detroit flights
Sarasota to Pittsburgh flights
Orlando to Dayton flights
Pensacola to Detroit flights
St Petersburg to Cincinnati flights
Pensacola to Cincinnati flights
Jacksonville to Pittsburgh flights
Orlando Sanford Intl to Cincinnati flights
Jacksonville to Cleveland flights
Tallahassee to Pittsburgh flights
Jacksonville to Columbus flights
Sarasota to Cleveland flights
Jacksonville to Akron flights
Jacksonville to Dayton flights
Sarasota to Columbus flights
Tampa to Dayton flights
Pensacola to Pittsburgh flights
Sarasota to Akron flights

Top 5 airlines flying from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$72Average$100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$147Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.