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$415+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Dayton (DAY)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DAY
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to Dayton (DAY). 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 July 29, 2025.

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$415
(American Airlines)
From Columbus to Dayton
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/2011:14 amCMH - DAY
1 stop10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/2312:43 pmDAY - CMH
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$415
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/28:45 amCMH - DAY
1 stop14h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/67:43 pmDAY - CMH
1 stop18h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$473

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CMH - DAY

CMHDAY

Columbus

Wed 8/20

11:14 am-9:48 pm

1 stop10h 34m

Dayton

Sat 8/23

12:43 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$415

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CMH - DAY

CMHDAY

Columbus

Thu 10/2

8:45 am-11:44 pm

1 stop14h 59m

Dayton

Mon 10/6

7:43 pm-2:06 pm

1 stop18h 23m

$473

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Deals found on 7/28

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Reviews of airlines servicing Dayton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dayton. 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 Dayton. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Columbus Airport to Dayton 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Dayton from Columbus?

    Most people fly into Dayton (DAY) if they book a flight to Dayton from Columbus. On average, Dayton has 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day from 0 airlines. Dayton is conveniently located just 10.0 mi from Dayton’s city center.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Dayton?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Dayton (average of $325). Flying from Columbus Airport to Dayton in March is currently the most expensive (average of $396). 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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