Cheap flights from Houston to Columbus
HOU — CMH
Nov 23 — Nov 301
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 24, 2026.
Popular in | February |
|---|---|
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $427 |
Best time to book a flight from Houston to Columbus
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HO1-C01
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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?
Booking 58 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Columbus (average of $421). Flying from Houston to Columbus in February is currently the most expensive (average of $552). 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 October 24, 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 evening.
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 October 24, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Columbus, such as Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
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Discover the top 5 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 24, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$140 | Average$292 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$175 | Average$413 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$248 | Average$343 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$258 | Average$439 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$335 | Average$421 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |