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$115+ Cheap flights from Madison (MSN) 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 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSN — CMH
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Tue 12/23
Tue 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Madison to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madison to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 23, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
Tue 12/96:00 amMSN - CMH
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Sun 12/147:04 pmCMH - MSN
1 stop4h 53mDelta
Deal found 11/22$244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/65:58 pmMSN - CMH
1 stop3h 37mDelta
Wed 12/106:43 amCMH - MSN
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Deal found 11/20$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
Mon 12/86:18 pmMSN - CMH
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Mon 12/152:06 pmCMH - MSN
1 stop4h 32mDelta
Deal found 11/22$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/133:55 pmMSN - CMH
1 stop6h 39mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/155:45 pmCMH - MSN
1 stop4h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/22$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/133:55 pmMSN - CMH
1 stop6h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/146:10 amCMH - MSN
2 stops8h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/22$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/66:30 amMSN - CMH
2 stops8h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/109:00 amCMH - MSN
1 stop3h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 11/266:00 amMSN - CMH
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Fri 11/286:10 amCMH - MSN
1 stop3h 48mDelta
Deal found 11/20$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/138:15 amMSN - CMH
1 stop3h 59mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/135:44 pmCMH - MSN
1 stop4h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/22$311
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 11/225:58 pmMSN - CMH
1 stop3h 34mDelta
Mon 11/246:10 amCMH - MSN
1 stop3h 48mDelta
Deal found 11/21$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/228:25 amMSN - CMH
1 stop3h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/243:05 pmCMH - MSN
2 stops6h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
Sun 12/146:00 amMSN - CMH
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Tue 12/166:43 amCMH - MSN
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Deal found 11/22$339

Cheap flight deals from Madison to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madison (MSN) 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 November 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$229
(Delta)

One-way from

$115
(Delta)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$323
From Madison Truax Field to Columbus
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Madison 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 November 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madison to Columbus that are best for you.

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MadisonColumbus

MSN - CMH

MSNCMH

Madison Truax Field

Sat 1/31

7:00 am-1:28 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Columbus

Wed 2/4

10:17 am-3:44 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$229

MadisonColumbus

MSN - CMH

MSNCMH

Madison Truax Field

Wed 4/8

12:18 pm-5:09 pm

1 stop3h 51m

Columbus

Sat 4/11

6:00 am-10:11 am

1 stop5h 11m

$229

MadisonColumbus

MSN - CMH

MSNCMH

Madison Truax Field

Thu 12/11

6:18 pm-12:02 am

1 stop4h 44m

Columbus

Mon 12/15

7:04 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$244

MadisonColumbus

MSN - CMH

MSNCMH

Madison Truax Field

Sat 12/6

5:58 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop3h 37m

Columbus

Wed 12/10

6:43 am-12:42 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$251

MadisonColumbus

MSN - CMH

MSNCMH

Madison Truax Field

Mon 12/8

6:18 pm-12:02 am

1 stop4h 44m

Columbus

Mon 12/15

2:06 pm-5:38 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$264

MadisonColumbus

MSN - CMH

MSNCMH

Madison Truax Field

Sat 12/13

6:30 am-2:12 pm

2 stops6h 42m

Columbus

Mon 12/15

7:00 am-11:44 am

1 stop5h 44m

$294

MadisonColumbus

MSN - CMH

MSNCMH

Madison Truax Field

Sat 1/31

6:30 am-3:45 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Columbus

Wed 2/4

5:35 am-10:10 am

1 stop5h 35m

$294

MadisonColumbus

MSN - CMH

MSNCMH

Madison Truax Field

Thu 12/25

5:03 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$115

MadisonColumbus

MSN - CMH

MSNCMH

Madison Truax Field

Fri 12/26

5:03 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$194

MadisonColumbus

MSN - CMH

MSNCMH

Madison Truax Field

Mon 12/29

5:26 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$200

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Deals found on 11/22

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Best time to book a flight from Madison to Columbus

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to Columbus (average of $148). Flying from Madison to Columbus in November is currently the most expensive (average of $246). 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.

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 November 23, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Madison to Columbus to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,000 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,036 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 5.4 mi from the city center, Madison Truax Field is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbus from Madison. Booking flights from Truax Field (MSN) to Columbus should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Columbus from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Madison to Columbus?

    Airlines like Delta and United Airlines fly from Madison to Columbus in about 3h 51m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 37m. Madison and Columbus are separated by a distance of 397 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 flying from Madison to Columbus round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Madison to Columbus is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $227 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $228 and $238 round-trip. United Airlines is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $115. Users have also found prices from $200 and $334 on United Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Madison to Columbus are American Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (100%) and United Airlines (50%).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to Columbus (average of $148). Flying from Madison to Columbus in November is currently the most expensive (average of $246). 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 Madison to Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Madison 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 November 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$227Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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