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$172+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) 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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — CMH
Aug 21 — Aug 281
Fri 8/21
Fri 8/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Columbus are usually found in September or January, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 22, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Tue 8/186:30 am
JFK
-
CMH
1 stop4h 59m
American Airlines
Tue 8/257:43 am
CMH
-
JFK
Nonstop1h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/18$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Sat 9/59:45 am
JFK
-
CMH
1 stop5h 55m
Delta
Sun 9/67:03 am
CMH
-
JFK
Nonstop1h 57m
Delta
Deal found 7/19$271
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Sat 9/510:00 am
JFK
-
CMH
1 stop5h 08m
American Airlines
Sun 9/67:43 am
CMH
-
JFK
Nonstop1h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/17$272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Wed 8/198:35 am
JFK
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CMH
1 stop5h 17m
Delta
Sat 8/2212:05 pm
CMH
-
JFK
1 stop6h 24m
Delta
Deal found 7/17$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sat 9/56:00 am
JFK
-
CMH
1 stop7h 00m
Delta
Sat 9/122:21 pm
CMH
-
JFK
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Deal found 7/22$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Tue 8/43:24 pm
JFK
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 10m
Delta
Tue 8/257:03 am
CMH
-
JFK
Nonstop1h 57m
Delta
Deal found 7/20$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Sat 9/59:02 pm
JFK
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 16m
Delta
Sun 9/137:07 am
CMH
-
JFK
Nonstop1h 53m
Delta
Deal found 7/20$299

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) 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 July 22, 2026.

Round-trip from

$269
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$172
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$339
From New York John F Kennedy Intl to Columbus
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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 July 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus that are best for you.

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New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/18

11:00 am-5:27 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Columbus

Tue 8/25

7:03 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$271

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/15

3:24 pm-5:34 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Columbus

Tue 8/18

6:35 am-12:14 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$339
Quickest round-trip

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/10

9:50 am-11:51 am

Nonstop2h 01m

Columbus

Mon 10/12

7:08 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$347

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/1

8:40 am-3:56 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Columbus

Wed 8/5

2:59 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$349

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/4

7:00 pm-12:58 am

1 stop5h 58m

Columbus

Fri 9/11

7:07 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$357

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 10/2

6:00 am-2:02 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Columbus

Sun 10/4

5:07 pm-12:59 am

1 stop7h 52m

$357

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/25

9:50 am-11:48 am

Nonstop1h 58m

Columbus

Mon 7/27

7:03 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$376

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/29

9:50 am-11:48 am

Nonstop1h 58m

Columbus

Sun 8/2

12:30 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$376

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/2

11:00 am-4:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Columbus

Wed 9/9

8:15 am-11:59 am

1 stop3h 44m

$381

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/3

9:50 am-11:48 am

Nonstop1h 58m

Columbus

Sat 8/8

6:14 pm-8:29 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$386

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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Columbus

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from John F Kennedy Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus (average of $237). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus in May is currently the most expensive (average of $388). 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 JFK to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 22, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 July 22, 2026.

The most flights from JFK to C01 are scheduled on a Tuesday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus?

How often are flights from New York to Columbus delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between New York and Columbus have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 138 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Columbus flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Columbus flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus?

The best time to book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus is 60 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to Columbus. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday 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 22, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,American Airlines, andFrontier from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,477 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Delta
7.8
Good
8,477 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,477 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,835 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,477 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,770 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,477 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus?

    Delta can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus in just under 6h 27m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 481 mi between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Columbus.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $179 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Delta, starting at $183 and $185 round-trip. You may be able to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus?

    Consider China Eastern (89%), Cathay Pacific (86%) or American Airlines (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus?

    On average you can expect to pay $365 for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus. The cheapest flight overall is $261 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Columbus) is currently priced at $261.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Columbus?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus (average of $237). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Columbus in May is currently the most expensive (average of $388). 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 3 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FrontierCheapest$183Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$185Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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