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$133+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA 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 8/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
Jul 30 — Aug 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riverside to Columbus are usually found in October or August, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Columbus

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to Columbus flight deals. Data was last updated July 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$252
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$133
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$379
From Riverside to Columbus
One-way flight from Riverside to Columbus
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Riverside to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 25, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/1811:15 amLAX - CMH
2 stops30h 18mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/2012:53 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2711:30 amLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/225:00 amCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$253
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/292:45 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Wed 9/312:45 pmCMH - LAX
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/23$254
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/61:57 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop21h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/106:30 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$258
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/113:40 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop10h 27mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/146:33 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23$262
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/21:57 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop21h 13mFrontier
Mon 8/412:31 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$275
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 9/93:13 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 17mDelta
Mon 9/156:00 amCMH - LAX
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Deal found 7/23$277

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 July 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to Columbus that are best for you.

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Riverside

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Thu 9/18

11:15 am-8:33 pm

2 stops30h 18m

Columbus

Sat 9/20

12:53 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$251

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

11:30 am-9:35 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Columbus

Sat 11/22

5:00 am-9:39 am

1 stop7h 39m

$253

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 8/29

2:45 pm-12:20 am

1 stop6h 35m

Columbus

Wed 9/3

12:45 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$254

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 8/6

1:57 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop21h 13m

Columbus

Sun 8/10

6:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$258

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

3:40 pm-5:07 am

1 stop10h 27m

Columbus

Sun 9/14

6:33 pm-12:20 am

1 stop8h 47m

$262

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Sat 8/2

1:57 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop21h 13m

Columbus

Mon 8/4

12:31 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$275

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

3:13 pm-12:30 am

1 stop6h 17m

Columbus

Mon 9/15

6:00 am-9:40 am

1 stop6h 40m

$277

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Mon 8/11

10:24 pm-7:32 pm

2 stops18h 08m

$133

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 10/15

2:15 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop24h 22m

$137

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Mon 8/18

12:35 am-10:01 am

1 stop6h 26m

$139

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/23

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Columbus

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to Columbus. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2025.

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Riverside 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 Riverside to Columbus?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Riverside 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 R1V to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 July 25, 2025.

When flying from Riverside to Columbus, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riverside to Columbus flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 July 25, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Riverside to Columbus by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $133. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Riverside to Columbus for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Columbus from Riverside, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (87%), Alaska Airlines (87%), Malaysia Airlines( 84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riverside to Columbus?

    The cheapest flight price from Riverside to Columbus is $138. On average you can expect to pay $648. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Columbus), can usually be booked for $117.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Riverside 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 8 airlines flying from Riverside to Columbus

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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 July 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$103Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$130Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$135Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$208Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$222Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$237Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$254Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$370Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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