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$40+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DEN
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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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

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 December 12, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/309:13 pmCMH - DEN
1 stop27h 51mFrontier
Sun 1/42:16 pmDEN - CMH
Nonstop2h 47mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$262
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/237:58 pmCMH - DEN
Nonstop3h 21mFrontier
Tue 12/302:16 pmDEN - CMH
Nonstop2h 47mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$360
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 12/219:13 pmCMH - DEN
1 stop13h 11mFrontier
Sun 12/282:16 pmDEN - CMH
Nonstop2h 47mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$378
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/255:09 pmCMH - DEN
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/302:16 pmDEN - CMH
Nonstop2h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$382
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 12/219:13 pmCMH - DEN
1 stop13h 11mFrontier
Mon 12/2911:59 pmDEN - CMH
1 stop18h 19mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$397

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$120
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$40
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$375

Good round-trip deal

$314 or less

Good one-way deal

$154 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Denver that are best for you.

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Price

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Thu 1/29

8:00 am-11:35 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Denver Intl

Sun 2/1

7:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$322

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Thu 2/5

8:00 am-10:53 am

2 stops28h 53m

Denver Intl

Sun 2/8

7:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$328

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Sun 1/25

8:00 am-12:38 pm

1 stop30h 38m

Denver Intl

Tue 1/27

8:04 am-6:27 pm

2 stops32h 23m

$338

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Fri 1/9

8:00 am-11:38 am

2 stops29h 38m

Denver Intl

Fri 1/16

7:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$348

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Sat 1/10

8:45 am-10:12 am

Nonstop3h 27m

Denver Intl

Tue 1/13

5:40 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$363

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Fri 1/9

6:05 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Denver Intl

Fri 1/16

6:45 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$363

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Fri 1/9

8:45 am-10:12 am

Nonstop3h 27m

Denver Intl

Fri 1/16

5:40 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$363

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Sat 1/10

6:15 am-2:45 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Denver Intl

Tue 1/13

4:40 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$373

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Tue 2/24

7:37 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop29h 22m

$98

ColumbusDenver

CMH - DEN

CMHDEN

Columbus

Mon 1/26

12:03 pm-9:35 am

2 stops23h 32m

$107

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbus to Denver in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Denver flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Denver flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Denver flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Denver flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Columbus Airport-Denver flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Denver

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport 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 December 5, 2025.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Denver (average of $96). Flying from Columbus Airport to Denver in March is currently the most expensive (average of $287). 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 December 12, 2025.

When flying from Columbus Airport 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 32% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Denver. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport 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.

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 December 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus Airport to Denver have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
5.8
Fair
3,084 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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?

    Located just 18.5 mi from the city center, Denver Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Denver from Columbus. Booking flights from Columbus to Denver Intl (DEN) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily inbound flights from Columbus from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Denver?

    For as low as $322, Alaska Airlines can have you in Denver from Columbus Airport in 17h 35m. The distance between Columbus Airport and Denver is about 1151 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $74, Frontier will fly you from Columbus Airport to Denver and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Sun Country Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $118 and $127, respectively. Frontier is 79% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $66. Users have also found prices from $98 and $106 on Southwest and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Columbus Airport to Denver consider choosing Southwest (86%), Frontier (84%) or United Airlines (79%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to Denver?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $72. While the most popular route (Columbus - Denver Intl) can be booked for $121 on average, our data indicates $308 when flying from Columbus Airport to Denver.

  • 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 Airport to Denver?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Denver (average of $96). Flying from Columbus Airport to Denver in March is currently the most expensive (average of $287). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$92Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$118Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$141Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$187Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$232Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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