Fort Lauderdale

$34+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)

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 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — FLL
Sep 7 — Sep 141
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale are usually found in April or September, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL). 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 September 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$83
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$34
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$164
From Columbus to Fort Lauderdale
One-way flight from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 2, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/258:20 pmCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/29:05 amFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/31$94
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Fri 9/268:03 pmCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/299:05 amFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/2$95
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/175:15 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 34mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/239:05 amFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/2$96
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/185:15 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 34mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/224:19 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/1$97
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:40 pmCMH - FLL
1 stop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/109:17 amFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/31$98
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 11/104:30 pmCMH - FLL
1 stop7h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/156:35 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2$99
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/195:15 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 34mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/249:05 amFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/31$100
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/198:03 pmCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/289:05 amFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/2$101
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/45:15 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 34mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/139:17 amFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/31$102
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/235:15 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 34mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/289:05 amFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/31$103
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:40 pmCMH - FLL
1 stop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/149:05 amFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/31$104
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:40 pmCMH - FLL
1 stop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/59:17 amFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/31$106

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale 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 September 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Fort Lauderdale

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ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Wed 9/24

5:15 am-7:49 am

Nonstop2h 34m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 10/1

9:05 am-11:41 am

Nonstop2h 36m

$94

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Fri 9/26

8:03 pm-10:42 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 9/28

9:05 am-11:41 am

Nonstop2h 36m

$94

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Thu 9/25

8:20 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 10/2

9:05 am-11:41 am

Nonstop2h 36m

$94

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Tue 9/23

5:15 am-7:49 am

Nonstop2h 34m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 9/28

9:05 am-11:41 am

Nonstop2h 36m

$94

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Sat 10/18

5:15 am-7:48 am

Nonstop2h 33m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 10/25

9:17 am-11:50 am

Nonstop2h 33m

$94

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Sun 9/21

8:20 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 9/24

9:05 am-11:41 am

Nonstop2h 36m

$94

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Mon 10/13

5:15 am-7:48 am

Nonstop2h 33m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 10/18

9:17 am-11:50 am

Nonstop2h 33m

$95

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Sun 10/26

5:15 am-7:48 am

Nonstop2h 33m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 11/2

9:17 am-11:50 am

Nonstop2h 33m

$95

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Mon 9/29

5:15 am-7:49 am

Nonstop2h 34m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 10/6

9:17 am-11:50 am

Nonstop2h 33m

$95

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Wed 9/17

5:15 am-7:49 am

Nonstop2h 34m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 9/23

9:05 am-11:41 am

Nonstop2h 36m

$95

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale is 49 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale (average of $185). Flying from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 FLL?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 2, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 50% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale. Price data was last updated on August 31, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Fort Lauderdale flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Fort Lauderdale

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fort Lauderdale. 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 Fort Lauderdale. Reviews last updated September 2, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale, you will be flying into Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is just 3.4 mi from the center of the city. Fort Lauderdale is the only Fort Lauderdale airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. 7 airlines have flights to Fort Lauderdale from Columbus on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale?

    A quick flight from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale can take about 2h 34m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $94. Airlines will cover a distance of 975 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Allegiant Air ($76), Spirit Airlines ($84), and Southwest ($190) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale. These flights start at 61% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale?

    The cheapest flight price from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale is $37. On average you can expect to pay $324. The most popular route, (Columbus - Fort Lauderdale), can usually be booked for $86.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale (average of $185). Flying from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 7 airlines flying from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale. 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 September 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$68Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$70Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$84Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$190Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$218Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$241Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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