Cheap flights from Portland (PWM) to Columbus from $117

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 8/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
PWM — CMH
May 1 — May 81

The best prices from Portland to Columbus are usually found in February or August, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) 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 April 26, 2024.

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March

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$283

One-way from

$148
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From Portland to Columbus
One-way flight from Portland to Columbus

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Portland, Maine to Columbus?

Departing on a Wednesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 37% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to Columbus?

Find a great deal and save up to 72% by booking at least 51 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Portland, Maine to Columbus within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $433.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Portland, Maine to Columbus?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in March. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Columbus. Flights to Columbus from Portland, Maine in February are about $406 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $256.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland, Maine to Columbus (PWM - CMH)?

When flying from Portland, Maine 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 19% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Portland to Columbus

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Portland and Columbus. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've come across from Portland to Columbus. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Thu 6/65:30 amPWM - CMH
1 stop4h 08mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/87:50 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop4h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$457
Sat 5/253:50 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/307:15 amCMH - PWM
2 stops16h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$480
Wed 5/156:05 amPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/181:13 pmCMH - PWM
2 stops21h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$605

Cheap American Airlines flights from Portland to Columbus

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Portland and Columbus. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from Portland to Columbus. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Wed 8/76:14 amPWM - CMH
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/106:13 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$264
Thu 9/126:48 amPWM - CMH
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/156:13 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$283
Thu 8/86:14 amPWM - CMH
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/116:13 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$284
Fri 8/306:40 amPWM - CMH
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/26:13 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$293
Thu 8/16:00 amPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/46:18 amCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$294
Fri 9/206:48 amPWM - CMH
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/226:13 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$333
Sun 8/116:07 amPWM - CMH
1 stop3h 52mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/146:13 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$335
Thu 6/206:00 amPWM - CMH
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/236:15 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$336
Sat 8/106:07 amPWM - CMH
1 stop11h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/136:13 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$354

Cheap Portland to Columbus flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Portland to Columbus specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Prices were last updated on April 26, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Portland to Columbus in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 5/95:30 amPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Mon 5/134:27 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Deal found 4/25$363
Sat 5/253:41 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/303:36 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$405
Wed 5/156:27 amPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 26mDelta
Sat 5/186:10 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/25$428
Sat 5/253:50 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/307:15 amCMH - PWM
2 stops16h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$480
Sat 4/275:25 amPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 24mDelta
Mon 4/295:49 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/25$562
Sat 5/412:38 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/93:36 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$577
Wed 5/156:05 amPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/181:13 pmCMH - PWM
2 stops21h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$605
Thu 5/95:30 pmPWM - CMH
2 stops14h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/134:37 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$613
Sat 5/412:38 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/95:44 pmCMH - PWM
2 stops18h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$633

Portland to Columbus 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Portland and Columbus in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Portland to Columbus in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sat 8/245:30 amPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Tue 8/275:30 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Deal found 4/25$236
Sat 8/245:30 amPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Mon 8/266:30 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop5h 09mDelta
Deal found 4/25$256
Wed 8/76:14 amPWM - CMH
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/106:13 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$264
Thu 9/123:15 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Mon 9/165:53 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop5h 36mDelta
Deal found 4/25$276
Thu 9/126:48 amPWM - CMH
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/156:13 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$283
Thu 8/86:14 amPWM - CMH
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/116:13 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$284
Fri 8/306:40 amPWM - CMH
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/26:13 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$293
Thu 8/16:00 amPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/46:18 amCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$294
Fri 8/303:15 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Sun 9/16:00 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Deal found 4/25$296

Portland to Columbus flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Portland to Columbus for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Portland to Columbus should consider booking one of these fares. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Sat 5/412:38 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/93:36 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$577
Sat 5/412:38 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/95:44 pmCMH - PWM
2 stops18h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$633
Sat 5/45:43 amPWM - CMH
2 stops11h 57mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/95:44 pmCMH - PWM
2 stops18h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$799

One-way flights to Columbus from Portland

Search for one-way flight options from Portland to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Portland to Columbus. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Portland to Columbus instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 8/146:40 amPWM - CMH
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$117
Wed 6/55:50 amPWM - CMH
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$118
Wed 6/512:08 pmPWM - CMH
2 stops12h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$144
Mon 6/105:05 amPWM - CMH
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Deal found 4/26$148
Thu 6/67:42 amPWM - CMH
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$157
Wed 6/512:08 pmPWM - CMH
3 stops20h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$164
Sun 9/226:48 amPWM - CMH
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$187
Wed 8/147:22 pmPWM - CMH
2 stops15h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$258
Mon 6/107:15 pmPWM - CMH
2 stops17h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$277

Find flights from Portland to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.

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PWM - CMH

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Portland

Sat 8/24

1 stop6h 11m

Columbus

Tue 8/27

1 stop6h 20m

$236

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Sat 8/24

1 stop6h 11m

Columbus

Mon 8/26

1 stop5h 09m

$256

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Wed 8/7

1 stop5h 21m

Columbus

Sat 8/10

1 stop6h 19m

$264

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PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Thu 9/12

1 stop4h 35m

Columbus

Mon 9/16

1 stop5h 36m

$276

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Thu 9/12

1 stop5h 50m

Columbus

Sun 9/15

1 stop6h 29m

$283

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Thu 8/8

1 stop5h 21m

Columbus

Sun 8/11

1 stop6h 19m

$284

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Fri 8/30

1 stop7h 40m

Columbus

Mon 9/2

1 stop6h 19m

$293

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PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Fri 8/30

1 stop4h 35m

Columbus

Sun 9/1

1 stop5h 07m

$296

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Thu 6/6

1 stop4h 08m

Columbus

Sat 6/8

1 stop4h 08m

$457

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When is the best time to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Columbus. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Portland, Maine to Columbus is 50 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland, Maine to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Columbus. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland, Maine to Columbus flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Columbus by month

Plan your trip from Portland to Columbus by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Portland to Columbus is currently $174 while a round-trip flight costs $294. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Columbus (average of $283). Flying from Portland, Maine to Columbus in June is currently the most expensive (average of $375). 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.

January

$291

February

$298

March

$347

April

$332

May

$352

June

$375

July

$346

August

$299

September

$295

October

$283

November

$294

December

$300

Temperature and rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMH

Temperature

30.2 - 75.2 °F

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 April 26, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta from Portland to Columbus have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.4
Good
11,228 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.3
Good
14,889 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.3
Good
658 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

Related info for your journey

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

    Portland (PWM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Portland to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from Portland; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Portland airport to Columbus. It is only a 2.9 mi journey to Portland (PWM) from Portland’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Portland, Maine to Columbus for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Portland, Maine to Columbus for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $236, but on average you can expect to pay $321.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Portland, Maine to Columbus for under $600?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Portland, Maine to Columbus within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland, Maine to Columbus round-trip?

    Currently priced at $236, Delta will fly you from Portland, Maine to Columbus and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $264 and $457, respectively. Delta is 41% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland, Maine to Columbus one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $117. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Portland, Maine to Columbus for a low price.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Portland, Maine to Columbus?

  • What does PWM to CMH mean?

    Portland Airport is PWM and Columbus Airport is CMH. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Dayton Airport (DAY), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Columbus that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Portland to Columbus flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Portland to Columbus with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Portland to Columbus flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Columbus that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Portland to Columbus offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Portland to Columbus?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Portland to Columbus flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Portland, Maine to Columbus flight deals updated?

    The Portland, Maine to Columbus flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/26.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Portland to Columbus

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American AirlinesCheapest$227Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$312Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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JetBlueCheapest$356Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Weekly flight availability from Portland to Columbus

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