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$133+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA 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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
Jul 7 — Jul 141
Mon 7/7
Mon 7/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Columbus are usually found in August or October, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Columbus

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Round-trip from

$257
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$133
(Expedia)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$323
From Irvine to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 2, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:00 amLAX - CMH
Nonstop4h 29mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/113:30 pmCMH - LAX
3 stops27h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$257
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.
Thu 8/141:20 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Thu 8/213:10 pmCMH - LAX
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$258
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 9/59:31 amLAX - CMH
Nonstop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/95:18 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$260
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/159:22 amLAX - CMH
1 stop9h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/173:08 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$262
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1112:35 amLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 24mDelta
Fri 8/156:02 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Deal found 6/30$277
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/192:46 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop16h 35mFrontier
Sun 9/218:34 pmCMH - LAX
2 stops22h 19mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$290
This Sun Country Air 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1811:55 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop17h 52mSun Country Air
Mon 7/217:59 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop17h 36mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/1$305

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Columbus that are best for you.

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Irvine

Fly to

Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Thu 8/14

1:20 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 55m

Columbus

Thu 8/21

3:10 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$258

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 7/15

10:24 pm-7:32 pm

2 stops18h 08m

Columbus

Thu 7/17

6:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$259

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 9/5

9:31 am-5:04 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

Columbus

Tue 9/9

5:18 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$260

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 8/15

9:22 am-10:16 pm

1 stop9h 54m

Columbus

Sun 8/17

3:08 pm-5:08 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$262

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Mon 8/11

12:35 am-9:59 am

1 stop6h 24m

Columbus

Fri 8/15

6:02 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$277

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 9/19

2:46 pm-10:21 am

1 stop16h 35m

Columbus

Sun 9/21

8:34 pm-3:53 pm

2 stops22h 19m

$290

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 7/18

11:55 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop17h 52m

Columbus

Mon 7/21

7:59 pm-10:35 am

1 stop17h 36m

$305

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 8/1

8:40 am-12:18 am

1 stop12h 38m

$133

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 8/13

6:15 pm-5:13 am

1 stop7h 58m

$138

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 8/1

10:25 pm-9:46 am

1 stop8h 21m

$139

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Columbus

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Columbus. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Irvine 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 Irvine to Columbus?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Irvine to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 IR9 to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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, 2025.

When flying from Irvine to Columbus, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to Columbus flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings 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, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Irvine 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
340 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Irvine to Columbus are Spirit Airlines ($133), American Airlines ($134), and Alaska Airlines ($138).

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

    Consider Alaska Airlines (88%), Malaysia Airlines (87%) or American Airlines (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Irvine to Columbus.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Columbus?

    While on average a flight from Irvine to Columbus is generally $668, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $155. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Columbus), you can expect to pay $157 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Irvine to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 8 airlines flying from Irvine to Columbus

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$103Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$132Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$135Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$232Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$254Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$370Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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