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Cheap flights from Phoenix to Columbus

PHX — CMH
Oct 31 — Nov 71
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Phoenix to Columbus are usually found in April or August, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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July

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April

Average price

$451
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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?

Booking 54 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Columbus (average of $421). Flying from Phoenix to Columbus in July is currently the most expensive (average of $537). 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?

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 at noon, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,American Airlines, andFrontier 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,212 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,212 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,212 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.
American Airlines
7.0
Good
12,111 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,212 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,565 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,212 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 $161. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $334 and $337, respectively. These flights start at 66% 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 Frontier ($93), Delta ($160), and United Airlines ($166).

  • 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: American Airlines (60%), Alaska Airlines (59%), Southwest( 53%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Columbus?

    While on average a flight from Phoenix to Columbus is generally $701, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $179. When looking at the most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Columbus), you can expect to pay $210 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Columbus (average of $421). Flying from Phoenix to Columbus in July is currently the most expensive (average of $537). 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 Phoenix to Columbus

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$161Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$288Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$313Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$337Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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