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$57+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CMH
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Columbus are usually found in October or May, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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

$129
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$57
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$504
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston 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 1/7. 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 1/284:35 pmIAH - CMH
1 stop5h 52mSpirit Airlines
Thu 2/510:40 amCMH - IAH
1 stop10h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/7$129
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/215:49 pmIAH - CMH
1 stop15h 43mFrontier
Mon 2/2311:19 amCMH - IAH
1 stop6h 53mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$135
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/14:15 pmIAH - CMH
1 stop17h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/812:08 pmCMH - IAH
1 stop11h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$137
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/225:45 amIAH - CMH
1 stop27h 49mFrontier
Sun 3/111:17 amCMH - IAH
1 stop12h 34mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$138
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.
Fri 1/305:05 amIAH - CMH
1 stop4h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/112:03 pmCMH - IAH
1 stop6h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$139
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/44:35 pmIAH - CMH
1 stop5h 52mSpirit Airlines
Sat 2/75:22 pmCMH - IAH
1 stop7h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/7$141
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/266:07 pmIAH - CMH
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/2811:39 amCMH - IAH
1 stop8h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$143
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/215:49 pmIAH - CMH
1 stop15h 43mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/2411:39 amCMH - IAH
1 stop9h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$144
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/296:05 pmIAH - CMH
1 stop15h 42mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/510:40 amCMH - IAH
1 stop10h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$145
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/226:05 pmIAH - CMH
1 stop15h 42mFrontier
Mon 1/268:00 pmCMH - IAH
1 stop26h 57mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$146
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/256:05 amIAH - CMH
1 stop27h 42mFrontier
Thu 1/297:28 pmCMH - IAH
1 stop14h 32mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$147
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/174:22 pmIAH - CMH
1 stop17h 22mSpirit Airlines
Tue 2/2411:39 amCMH - IAH
1 stop9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$148

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 Houston to Columbus that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Price

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/28

4:35 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Columbus

Thu 2/5

10:40 am-8:23 pm

1 stop10h 43m

$129

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/21

5:49 pm-10:32 am

1 stop15h 43m

Columbus

Wed 2/25

11:39 am-8:23 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$144

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/25

6:05 am-10:47 am

1 stop27h 42m

Columbus

Thu 1/29

7:28 pm-9:00 am

1 stop14h 32m

$147

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/4

7:50 am-11:27 pm

2 stops14h 37m

Columbus

Sat 2/7

5:22 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$165

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/30

6:05 am-11:19 pm

2 stops16h 14m

Columbus

Sun 2/1

12:03 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop11h 48m

$166

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/19

6:00 am-1:56 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Columbus

Mon 3/23

9:15 am-8:40 am

1 stop24h 25m

$198

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/13

2:01 pm-1:27 pm

1 stop22h 26m

Columbus

Sun 2/15

11:39 am-9:41 pm

1 stop11h 02m

$198

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/29

7:09 pm-11:27 pm

3 stops27h 18m

Columbus

Thu 2/5

10:40 am-8:23 pm

1 stop10h 43m

$212

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/9

5:05 am-10:13 pm

2 stops16h 08m

Columbus

Sat 5/16

6:25 am-8:38 pm

1 stop15h 13m

$226

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/3

9:16 am-11:32 pm

2 stops13h 16m

Columbus

Fri 3/6

9:30 am-6:25 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$255

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Columbus

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

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

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

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston 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 Houston to Columbus?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Columbus (average of $103). Flying from Houston to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $245). 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 Houston 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.

When flying from Houston to Columbus, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Columbus, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,141 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,061 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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 Houston 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 Houston to Columbus?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest fly from Houston to Columbus in about 2h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 25h 17m. The distance from Houston to Columbus is about 1000 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Frontier, at $94, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston to Columbus.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Delta. You may be able to fly from Houston to Columbus for 76% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston to Columbus are Frontier ($58), American Airlines ($79), and Spirit Airlines ($80).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Columbus?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston to Columbus? While on average our users pay $390, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $188. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Columbus), is priced around $129.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston 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 to Columbus?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Columbus (average of $103). Flying from Houston to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $245). 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 Houston to Columbus

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$111Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$136Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$293Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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