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Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Columbus

HOU — CMH
Oct 26 — Nov 21
Mon 10/26
Mon 11/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Columbus are usually found in August or May, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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February

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August

Average price

$397
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($104 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Columbus

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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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus, you should look to book at least 41 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus (average of $309). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus in February is currently the most expensive (average of $691). 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?

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 in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,201 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,201 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,201 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,201 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
American Airlines
7.0
Good
12,096 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,201 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,572 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,201 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Related info for your journey

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

    Frontier, at $140, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. These flights start at 68% 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 Southwest and United 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 $370. While the most popular route (Houston Hobby - Columbus) can be booked for $176 on average, our data indicates $417 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus (average of $309). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus in February is currently the most expensive (average of $691). 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 Hobby to Columbus

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$140Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$175Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$335Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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