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$79+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) 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 11/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — CMH
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/126:00 amMCI - CMH
1 stop27h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/165:25 amCMH - MCI
2 stops29h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 11/1411:12 amMCI - CMH
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/178:03 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop22h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$222
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 12/36:00 amMCI - CMH
1 stop7h 13mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/811:14 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/16$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Mon 11/37:33 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop26h 37mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/78:03 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/77:33 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop26h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/108:03 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop22h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 12/512:13 pmMCI - CMH
2 stops21h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/811:14 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 12/56:51 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop26h 23mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/811:14 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/15$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 10/238:38 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop20h 31mFrontier
Mon 11/108:03 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop22h 16mFrontier
Deal found 10/14$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 12/37:31 pmMCI - CMH
2 stops21h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/811:14 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$262
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Fri 11/146:00 amMCI - CMH
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/175:25 amCMH - MCI
1 stop14h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/15$264

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$208
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$79
(Kiwi.com)

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$437
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City 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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Columbus that are best for you.

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Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Wed 11/12

6:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop27h 19m

Columbus

Sun 11/16

5:25 am-10:17 am

2 stops29h 52m

$207

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Fri 11/14

11:12 am-8:47 am

2 stops20h 35m

Columbus

Mon 11/17

8:03 pm-5:19 pm

1 stop22h 16m

$222

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Wed 12/3

6:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Columbus

Mon 12/8

11:14 am-11:06 pm

1 stop12h 52m

$238

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Mon 11/3

7:33 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop26h 37m

Columbus

Fri 11/7

8:03 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$239

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Fri 11/7

11:12 am-8:47 am

2 stops20h 35m

Columbus

Mon 11/10

8:03 pm-5:19 pm

1 stop22h 16m

$247

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Fri 12/5

6:51 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop26h 23m

Columbus

Mon 12/8

11:14 am-11:06 pm

1 stop12h 52m

$253

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Wed 12/3

7:31 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops21h 09m

Columbus

Mon 12/8

11:14 am-11:06 pm

1 stop12h 52m

$262

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Sun 11/2

10:35 am-3:45 pm

2 stops28h 10m

Columbus

Fri 11/7

8:03 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$268

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Thu 10/30

5:15 am-5:16 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Columbus

Sat 11/1

7:43 pm-1:28 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$276

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Sun 11/2

8:28 pm-7:08 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Columbus

Fri 11/7

8:03 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$291

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Columbus

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kansas City to Columbus?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Columbus (average of $229). Flying from Kansas City to Columbus in January is currently the most expensive (average of $333). 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 MCI to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 16, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 41% on flights from Kansas City to Columbus by exploring options for tickets 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 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Kansas City to Columbus have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,097 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kansas City to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kansas City to Columbus?

    If you book a flight to Columbus from Kansas City, you will be flying from Kansas City, which is the city’s only airport. Kansas City (MCI) is located 17.4 mi from the center of Kansas City. There are 0 flights from Kansas City to Columbus per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Kansas City to Columbus?

    There are many flights that can get you from Kansas City to Columbus in 7h 13m. Fly via Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Kansas City and Columbus is about 630 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Kansas City to Columbus round-trip from $212. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $223, and United Airlines, from $246. You may be able to fly from Kansas City to Columbus for 49% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Columbus?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Columbus?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Columbus (average of $229). Flying from Kansas City to Columbus in January is currently the most expensive (average of $333). 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 5 airlines flying from Kansas City to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$223Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$232Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$312Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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