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$168+ 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 5/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
May 4 — May 111
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Columbus are usually found in October or August, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Columbus

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 April 4, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 5/16:15 am
LAX
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CMH
1 stop9h 58m
Frontier
Fri 5/88:48 pm
CMH
-
LAX
2 stops30h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 4/3$274
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 4/610:51 pm
LAX
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CMH
1 stop8h 51m
Frontier
Fri 4/2411:03 am
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop11h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/306:15 am
LAX
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CMH
1 stop9h 58m
Frontier
Tue 5/56:05 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop26h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/306:15 am
LAX
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CMH
1 stop9h 58m
Frontier
Thu 5/77:20 pm
CMH
-
LAX
2 stops31h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/238:59 pm
LAX
-
CMH
2 stops17h 11m
Frontier
Wed 5/276:43 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop8h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$279
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/166:15 am
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop10h 18m
Frontier
Mon 4/2012:10 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop12h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$280
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 6/112:54 pm
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop22h 08m
Frontier
Sun 6/148:45 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop24h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/306:15 am
LAX
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CMH
1 stop9h 58m
Frontier
Sun 5/38:18 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop30h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$282
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 4/2111:00 pm
LAX
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CMH
2 stops31h 43m
Frontier
Mon 4/276:44 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop23h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 4/2$283
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 4/106:15 am
LAX
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CMH
1 stop9h 04m
Frontier
Fri 4/2411:03 am
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop11h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$285
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/610:51 pm
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop8h 51m
Frontier
Mon 4/208:21 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop21h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$290
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Wed 4/154:17 pm
LAX
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CMH
1 stop24h 16m
Frontier
Sun 4/198:19 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop14h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 4/2$291

Find flight deals from Irvine to Columbus

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Columbus flight deals. Data was last updated April 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$274
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$168
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$392
From Irvine to Columbus
One-way flight from Irvine to Columbus
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 April 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Columbus that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 5/1

10:45 am-6:16 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

Columbus

Fri 5/8

7:25 am-9:30 am

Nonstop5h 05m

$329
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 5/29

10:45 am-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Columbus

Wed 6/3

7:45 am-9:35 am

Nonstop4h 50m

$329

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Thu 4/30

6:45 am-5:05 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Columbus

Thu 5/7

6:50 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$349

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 5/22

11:59 pm-9:54 am

1 stop6h 55m

Columbus

Mon 5/25

7:09 am-10:55 am

1 stop6h 46m

$349

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

6:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Columbus

Sun 5/31

6:50 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 35m

$349

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 6/16

12:30 am-10:03 am

1 stop6h 33m

Columbus

Mon 6/22

6:52 am-11:03 am

1 stop7h 11m

$349

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 6/24

12:13 am-9:57 am

1 stop6h 44m

Columbus

Mon 6/29

2:19 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$349

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Mon 5/4

2:20 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Columbus

Wed 5/13

6:35 am-10:45 am

1 stop7h 10m

$349

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 4/29

8:45 am-8:45 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Columbus

Wed 5/6

1:15 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$359

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Thu 4/23

12:10 pm-12:40 am

2 stops9h 30m

Columbus

Wed 4/29

1:15 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$359

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Columbus

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Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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 April 3, 2026.

Booking 82 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Columbus (average of $103). Flying from Irvine to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $272). 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 April 4, 2026.

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.

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to Columbus

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine 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 April 4, 2026.

The most flights from IR9 to C01 are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Irvine 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 April 4, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines 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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like United Airlines and Southwest fly from Irvine to Columbus in about 4h 31m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 49m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1990 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 ($66), Frontier ($75), and American Airlines ($136).

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

    Consider United Airlines (100%), Qantas Airways (72%) or Malaysia Airlines (69%) 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 $516, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $159. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Columbus), you can expect to pay $243 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.

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

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

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Columbus (average of $103). Flying from Irvine to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $272). 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 9 airlines flying from Irvine to Columbus

Discover the top 9 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 April 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$91Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$113Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$119Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$138Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$250Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$260Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$335Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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