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PHX — CMH
Aug 7 — Aug 141
Thu 8/7
Thu 8/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Phoenix to Columbus are usually found in August or May, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Phoenix to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Phoenix (PH1) 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 August 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$258
(Frontier)

One-way from

$113
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$392
From Phoenix to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Phoenix to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Phoenix to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 2, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/25:27 pmPHX - CMH
1 stop17h 43mFrontier
Sat 8/910:04 amCMH - PHX
1 stop9h 12mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$251
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/75:27 pmPHX - CMH
1 stop11h 57mFrontier
Sat 8/910:04 amCMH - PHX
1 stop9h 12mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$258
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/612:14 pmPHX - CMH
1 stop20h 34mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/95:15 amCMH - PHX
1 stop8h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$259
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1312:11 pmPHX - CMH
1 stop25h 19mFrontier
Sun 8/173:08 pmCMH - PHX
1 stop28h 08mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$265
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1112:01 pmPHX - CMH
1 stop20h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/145:15 amCMH - PHX
1 stop8h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/1$271
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/168:21 pmPHX - CMH
1 stop18h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/195:15 amCMH - PHX
1 stop8h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$272
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/66:00 amPHX - CMH
1 stop8h 45mFrontier
Mon 10/68:34 pmCMH - PHX
1 stop6h 23mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$273
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Thu 9/111:27 pmPHX - CMH
2 stops15h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/145:15 amCMH - PHX
1 stop8h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/1$274
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1812:14 pmPHX - CMH
1 stop20h 34mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/225:15 amCMH - PHX
1 stop8h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$275
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1610:59 pmPHX - CMH
2 stops16h 12mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/195:15 amCMH - PHX
1 stop8h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$276
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Thu 9/111:27 pmPHX - CMH
3 stops26h 31mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/145:15 amCMH - PHX
1 stop8h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/1$277
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 8/2110:45 amPHX - CMH
1 stop6h 00mFrontier
Mon 9/88:34 pmCMH - PHX
1 stop5h 53mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$278

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix 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 August 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Phoenix to Columbus that are best for you.

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PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 8/7

5:27 pm-8:24 am

1 stop11h 57m

Columbus

Sat 8/9

10:04 am-4:16 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$258

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 10/6

12:14 pm-11:48 am

1 stop20h 34m

Columbus

Thu 10/9

5:15 am-10:56 am

1 stop8h 41m

$259

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 8/13

12:11 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop25h 19m

Columbus

Sun 8/17

3:08 pm-4:16 pm

1 stop28h 08m

$265

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 9/11

12:01 pm-11:41 am

1 stop20h 40m

Columbus

Sun 9/14

5:15 am-10:56 am

1 stop8h 41m

$271

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 10/16

8:21 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop18h 16m

Columbus

Sun 10/19

5:15 am-10:56 am

1 stop8h 41m

$272

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 10/6

6:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Columbus

Mon 10/6

8:34 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$273

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 9/11

1:27 pm-7:29 am

2 stops15h 02m

Columbus

Sun 9/14

5:15 am-10:56 am

1 stop8h 41m

$274

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 9/18

12:14 pm-11:48 am

1 stop20h 34m

Columbus

Mon 9/22

5:15 am-10:56 am

1 stop8h 41m

$275

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 10/16

10:59 pm-6:11 pm

2 stops16h 12m

Columbus

Sun 10/19

5:15 am-10:56 am

1 stop8h 41m

$276

PhoenixColumbus

PHX - CMH

PHXCMH

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 9/11

1:27 pm-6:58 pm

3 stops26h 31m

Columbus

Sun 9/14

5:15 am-10:56 am

1 stop8h 41m

$277

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Best time to book a flight from Phoenix to Columbus

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Phoenix to Columbus. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Columbus?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Phoenix 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 PHX to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix 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 August 2, 2025.

When flying from Phoenix to Columbus, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the evening.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Phoenix to Columbus flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 August 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Phoenix 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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,613 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,904 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Columbus, with prices starting at $258. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $259 and $306, respectively. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Phoenix to Columbus are Spirit Airlines ($113), Frontier ($119), and Sun Country Air ($138).

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

    Before booking your flight to Columbus from Phoenix, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Southwest (81%), American Airlines (72%), Alaska Airlines( 69%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Columbus?

    While on average a flight from Phoenix to Columbus is generally $403, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $148. When looking at the most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Columbus), you can expect to pay $253 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Phoenix 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 6 airlines flying from Phoenix to Columbus

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix 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 August 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$144Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$260Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$372Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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