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$52+ 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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — FLL
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 12/78:33 pmCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 54mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/127:35 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$103
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:30 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/1710:05 amFLL - CMH
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$112
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:30 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 41mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/148:35 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$113
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Wed 11/197:30 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/239:15 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$114
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Mon 11/174:30 pmCMH - FLL
1 stop7h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/249:15 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$118
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Mon 11/179:42 amCMH - FLL
1 stop11h 24mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/209:15 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$127
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/58:33 pmCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 54mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/117:35 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/197:30 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/2210:33 pmFLL - CMH
1 stop17h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$130
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/512:56 pmCMH - FLL
1 stop11h 02mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/117:35 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$131
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:33 pmCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/85:40 amFLL - CMH
1 stop6h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$132
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 11/156:20 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/229:15 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$133
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/105:25 amCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 40mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/148:35 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$134

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 October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$101
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$52
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$198
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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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale that are best for you.

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ColumbusFort Lauderdale

LCK - FLL

LCKFLL

Columbus Rickenbacker

Mon 1/5

4:51 pm-7:28 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 1/9

9:26 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$109

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Sat 1/10

4:55 pm-7:34 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 1/17

7:20 am-9:55 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$128

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

LCK - FLL

LCKFLL

Columbus Rickenbacker

Mon 12/8

9:57 am-7:49 pm

1 stop9h 52m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 12/15

9:52 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

$144

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

LCK - FLL

LCKFLL

Columbus Rickenbacker

Mon 1/5

4:51 pm-7:28 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 1/12

9:26 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$153

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Thu 12/11

8:33 pm-11:27 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 12/15

7:35 pm-10:14 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$154

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

LCK - FLL

LCKFLL

Columbus Rickenbacker

Fri 11/21

6:10 pm-8:44 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 11/22

9:17 am-11:52 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$154

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Fri 1/2

11:14 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 1/9

9:02 am-8:05 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$157

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

LCK - FLL

LCKFLL

Columbus Rickenbacker

Mon 11/24

6:10 pm-8:44 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 11/28

9:47 am-12:22 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$167

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

LCK - FLL

LCKFLL

Columbus Rickenbacker

Mon 12/22

6:38 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 12/29

8:22 am-10:59 am

Nonstop2h 37m

$171

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

LCK - FLL

LCKFLL

Columbus Rickenbacker

Fri 12/5

9:57 am-9:04 pm

1 stop11h 07m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 12/20

10:22 am-12:59 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

$183

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale

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Cheapflights Insights

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 October 24, 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale (average of $66). Flying from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale in December is currently the most expensive (average of $100). 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 October 30, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 12% 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 October 26, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Fort Lauderdale flight should consider departing on Friday mornings 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 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 October 30, 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
Delta
7.9
Good
7,999 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,034 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
694 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,115 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale. 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 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 37m. Allegiant Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $109. Airlines will cover a distance of 963 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 ($85), and United Airlines ($150) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale. These flights start at 62% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $57 on Allegiant Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $57 and Frontier from $72 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale is $52. On average you can expect to pay $206. The most popular route, (Columbus - Fort Lauderdale), can usually be booked for $103.

  • 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale (average of $66). Flying from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale in December is currently the most expensive (average of $100). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$68Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$70Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$85Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$150Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$189Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$200Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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