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$56+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Denver (DEN)

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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DEN
Feb 6 — Feb 131
Fri 2/6
Fri 2/13
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Denver Intl are usually found in October or August, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Denver

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Denver (DEN). 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 January 7, 2026.

Round-trip from

$131
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$56
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$391
From Columbus to Denver Intl
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Denver
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Denver. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 7, 2026.

This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/268:08 pmCMH - DEN
Nonstop3h 29mFrontier
Mon 3/22:42 pmDEN - CMH
Nonstop2h 46mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/612:03 pmCMH - DEN
1 stop11h 42mFrontier
Sun 2/86:00 amDEN - CMH
1 stop26h 47mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/2512:03 pmCMH - DEN
1 stop26h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/287:30 amDEN - CMH
2 stops13h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/267:33 pmCMH - DEN
Nonstop3h 29mFrontier
Thu 4/22:33 pmDEN - CMH
Nonstop2h 47mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$148
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/238:13 pmCMH - DEN
Nonstop3h 29mFrontier
Thu 3/52:37 pmDEN - CMH
Nonstop2h 46mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$150
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/58:08 pmCMH - DEN
Nonstop3h 29mFrontier
Mon 3/911:59 pmDEN - CMH
1 stop11h 57mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$155
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Sat 3/79:30 amCMH - DEN
1 stop23h 50mFrontier
Thu 3/121:52 pmDEN - CMH
Nonstop2h 46mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$156
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/2211:17 amCMH - DEN
1 stop12h 53mFrontier
Thu 2/262:37 pmDEN - CMH
Nonstop2h 46mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/115:45 amCMH - DEN
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/1412:01 amDEN - CMH
1 stop8h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2311:39 amCMH - DEN
2 stops26h 17mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/52:37 pmDEN - CMH
Nonstop2h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$164

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Denver 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 January 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Denver that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Denver

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Price

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Fri 2/20

10:54 am-9:41 pm

1 stop12h 47m

Denver Intl

Mon 2/23

2:42 pm-7:28 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

$199

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Fri 3/6

9:25 am-11:09 pm

1 stop15h 44m

Denver Intl

Mon 3/9

11:59 pm-1:56 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$220

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Fri 2/13

10:54 am-8:33 pm

2 stops35h 39m

Denver Intl

Mon 2/16

2:42 pm-7:28 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

$226

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Mon 3/16

6:51 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop28h 32m

Denver Intl

Mon 3/23

4:21 pm-6:34 pm

1 stop24h 13m

$330

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Tue 2/24

4:40 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Denver Intl

Tue 3/3

4:40 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$332

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Sat 3/14

3:45 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Denver Intl

Tue 3/17

6:50 am-7:03 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$343

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Sat 3/7

3:30 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

Denver Intl

Thu 3/12

5:55 pm-10:42 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

$343

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Thu 2/5

8:20 am-12:35 pm

2 stops6h 15m

Denver Intl

Mon 2/9

7:05 am-3:50 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$360

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Thu 2/12

8:08 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop3h 29m

Denver Intl

Sun 2/15

9:00 am-8:29 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$365

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Wed 3/25

6:15 am-9:43 am

1 stop5h 28m

$142

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Denver

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Denver from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Denver

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Denver. Price data was last updated on January 2, 2026.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to Denver. 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 Columbus to Denver?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Denver (average of $88). Flying from Columbus to Denver in March is currently the most expensive (average of $239). 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 CMH to DEN?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Denver. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 7, 2026.

When flying from Columbus to Denver, 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 31% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Denver. Price data was last updated on January 3, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Denver flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Denver

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to Denver. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 7, 2026.

The most flights from C01 to DEN are scheduled on a Tuesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Denver

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Denver. 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 Denver. Reviews last updated January 7, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus to Denver. 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
4,249 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,022 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,088 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,063 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Denver. 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 into for flights to Denver from Columbus?

    If you book a flight to Denver from Columbus, you will be flying to Denver Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Denver Intl (DEN) is located 18.5 mi from the center of Denver. There are 2 flights from Columbus to Denver Intl per day from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Denver?

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus to Denver in 7h 45m. Fly via Frontier, Alaska Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance from Columbus to Denver is about 1151 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus to Denver round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Denver, with prices starting at $72. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Sun Country Air, with the lowest prices starting at $118 and $127, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 79% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to Denver are Frontier ($68), Southwest ($98), and United Airlines ($102).

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

    Before booking your flight to Denver from Columbus, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Frontier (85%), United Airlines (74%), Southwest( 72%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Denver?

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Denver is generally $672, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $134. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Denver Intl), you can expect to pay $150 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Denver (average of $88). Flying from Columbus to Denver in March is currently the most expensive (average of $239). 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 Columbus to Denver

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Denver. 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 January 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$86Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$118Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$141Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$181Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$229Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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