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$171+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CMH
Apr 16 — Apr 231
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Columbus are usually found in October or May, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Hobby to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 17, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Tue 4/1411:10 am
HOU
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Tue 4/215:45 pm
CMH
-
HOU
Nonstop2h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16$341
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Thu 4/231:31 pm
HOU
-
CMH
1 stop7h 35m
Delta
Mon 4/2710:06 am
CMH
-
HOU
1 stop7h 22m
Delta
Deal found 3/17$361
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Sat 5/231:45 pm
HOU
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Tue 5/265:45 pm
CMH
-
HOU
Nonstop2h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/17$364
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Tue 5/1211:00 am
HOU
-
CMH
2 stops6h 20m
Southwest
Fri 5/156:55 pm
CMH
-
HOU
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/17$366
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Thu 4/2310:25 am
HOU
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 25m
Southwest
Mon 4/277:15 pm
CMH
-
HOU
Nonstop2h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/13$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Wed 4/83:30 pm
HOU
-
CMH
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Sat 4/1112:10 pm
CMH
-
HOU
Nonstop2h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/13$393

Find flight deals from Hobby to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 March 17, 2026.

Round-trip from

$341
(Southwest)

One-way from

$171
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$467
From Houston Hobby to Columbus
One-way flight from Houston Hobby to Columbus
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($109 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 March 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/14

11:10 am-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Columbus

Tue 4/21

5:45 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$341

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/23

1:31 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Columbus

Mon 4/27

10:06 am-4:28 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$361

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/23

1:45 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Columbus

Tue 5/26

5:45 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$364

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/15

3:30 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Columbus

Sat 4/18

12:10 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$393

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/23

7:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Columbus

Mon 4/27

7:15 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$397

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/15

11:10 am-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Columbus

Sun 4/19

8:10 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$417

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/9

2:13 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Columbus

Sun 4/12

6:00 am-10:23 am

1 stop5h 23m

$468

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/14

1:06 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Columbus

Mon 5/18

10:10 am-4:09 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$483
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/16

10:25 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$171

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/16

6:00 am-1:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$181

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Deals found on 3/17

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Columbus

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Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Columbus. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus (average of $100). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus in February is currently the most expensive (average of $395). 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 HOU to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 March 17, 2026.

When flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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 7% versus a flight in the morning.

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 March 17, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andSpirit Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus. 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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

    There are many flights that can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus in 2h 30m. Fly via Southwest or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1000 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus round-trip?

    Frontier, at $94, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. These flights start at 77% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $63. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Spirit Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $397. While the most popular route (Houston Hobby - Columbus) can be booked for $181 on average, our data indicates $397 when flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus (average of $100). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus in February is currently the most expensive (average of $395). 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 Hobby to Columbus

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 March 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$94Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$94Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$272Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$293Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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