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$58+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — FLL
Mar 10 — Mar 171
Tue 3/10
Tue 3/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale are usually found in April or July, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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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 February 8, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Mon 2/235:45 am
CMH
-
FLL
1 stop10h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/48:04 am
FLL
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 40m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/8$98
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/76:15 am
CMH
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/1212:57 pm
FLL
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$99
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/211:39 am
CMH
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 40m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 3/58:50 pm
FLL
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/5$100
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/311:39 am
CMH
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/175:40 am
FLL
-
CMH
1 stop6h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$101
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/235:45 am
CMH
-
FLL
1 stop10h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 2/288:04 am
FLL
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 40m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/5$104
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/116:15 am
CMH
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 3/128:10 pm
FLL
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 39m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/5$105
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Tue 2/246:15 am
CMH
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/287:25 pm
FLL
-
CMH
1 stop15h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$106
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Tue 3/315:45 am
CMH
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/318:10 pm
FLL
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 39m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/7$107
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/236:15 am
CMH
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/275:30 am
FLL
-
CMH
1 stop5h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$108
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 3/89:15 am
CMH
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 42m
Frontier
Thu 3/1212:57 pm
FLL
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8$109
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/25:45 am
CMH
-
FLL
1 stop10h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 3/78:04 am
FLL
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 40m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/6$110
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 2/1611:39 am
CMH
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 40m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 2/208:04 am
FLL
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 40m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/6$111

Find flight deals from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 February 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$98
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$58
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$216

Good round-trip deal

$180 or less

Good one-way deal

$95 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 February 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Fort Lauderdale that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Fort Lauderdale

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Sun 3/8

6:15 am-9:04 am

Nonstop2h 49m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 3/13

7:05 am-9:41 am

Nonstop2h 36m

$120

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Tue 3/17

6:05 am-11:32 am

1 stop5h 27m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 3/18

6:15 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$196

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Fri 4/24

2:01 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 4/28

7:30 pm-10:13 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$208

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Sun 3/8

6:15 am-9:04 am

Nonstop2h 49m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 3/15

8:10 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$220

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Mon 2/16

11:39 am-2:19 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 2/22

8:04 am-10:44 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$230

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Tue 2/17

5:45 am-4:00 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 2/21

6:35 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$281

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Tue 5/5

6:05 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 30m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 5/5

12:55 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$308

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Mon 3/30

6:24 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 4/1

6:00 am-1:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$313

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Mon 3/30

1:00 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 4/6

8:45 pm-10:01 am

1 stop13h 16m

$316

ColumbusFort Lauderdale

CMH - FLL

CMHFLL

Columbus

Wed 4/1

7:07 am-2:08 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 4/1

7:32 pm-12:24 am

1 stop4h 52m

$323

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus to Fort Lauderdale

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 Fort Lauderdale in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
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-Fort Lauderdale flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Fort Lauderdale flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Fort Lauderdale flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Fort Lauderdale flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport 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 February 6, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus Airport to Fort Lauderdale may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 24 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Fort Lauderdale (average of $71). Flying from Columbus Airport to Fort Lauderdale in December is currently the most expensive (average of $103). 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 February 8, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus Airport to Fort Lauderdale in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 43% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport 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 February 7, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

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 February 8, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Columbus Airport to Fort Lauderdale 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,282 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
4,282 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,282 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
8,173 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,282 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
11,254 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,282 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,432 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,282 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
3,051 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,282 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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 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?

    Most people fly into Fort Lauderdale (FLL) if they book a flight to Fort Lauderdale from Columbus. On average, Fort Lauderdale has 2 inbound flights from Columbus per day from 7 airlines. Fort Lauderdale is conveniently located just 3.4 mi from Fort Lauderdale’s city center.

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

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines fly from Columbus Airport to Fort Lauderdale in about 2h 49m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Columbus Airport and Fort Lauderdale are separated by a distance of 975 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus Airport to Fort Lauderdale round-trip from $79. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Allegiant Air, from $82, and Frontier, from $98. Spirit Airlines is 62% 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 Fort Lauderdale one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $41. However, be on the lookout for offers from Allegiant Air and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Columbus Airport to Fort Lauderdale for a low price.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $36. While the most popular route (Columbus - Fort Lauderdale) can be booked for $72 on average, our data indicates $481 when flying from Columbus Airport to Fort Lauderdale.

  • 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 Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Fort Lauderdale (average of $71). Flying from Columbus Airport to Fort Lauderdale in December is currently the most expensive (average of $103). 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 February 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$80Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$82Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$98Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$150Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$191Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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