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$64+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Houston

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CMH — HOU
Jan 24 — Jan 311
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 25, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Tue 12/307:58 pmCMH - IAH
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/610:08 amIAH - CMH
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$425
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Wed 12/3111:14 amCMH - IAH
1 stop7h 36mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/15:54 amIAH - CMH
1 stop10h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/23$480
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/3111:14 amCMH - IAH
1 stop7h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/16:00 amIAH - CMH
2 stops13h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$506
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Fri 12/266:00 amCMH - IAH
1 stop9h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/296:00 amIAH - CMH
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/24$526
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/3011:14 amCMH - IAH
1 stop7h 36mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/410:08 amIAH - CMH
1 stop6h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/24$551
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/266:00 amCMH - IAH
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/2910:08 amIAH - CMH
1 stop6h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/25$618
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Fri 12/266:00 amCMH - IAH
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/315:46 amIAH - CMH
1 stop12h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/24$619
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/266:00 amCMH - IAH
1 stop9h 14mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/316:05 pmIAH - CMH
2 stops25h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$683
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:15 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Tue 1/611:09 amHOU - CMH
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Deal found 12/23$713
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/265:05 amCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/910:35 amHOU - CMH
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$829
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/263:21 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/319:05 amHOU - CMH
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/24$842
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/257:05 amCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/319:05 amHOU - CMH
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$845

Find flight deals from Columbus to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Houston (HO1). 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 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$132
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$64
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$487
From Columbus to Houston
One-way flight from Columbus to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Houston 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 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Houston that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusHouston

CMH - IAH

CMHIAH

Columbus

Fri 1/9

12:03 pm-10:33 am

1 stop23h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/11

6:05 pm-10:48 am

1 stop15h 43m

$232

ColumbusHouston

CMH - IAH

CMHIAH

Columbus

Fri 1/9

12:03 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop11h 37m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/11

6:05 pm-10:48 am

1 stop15h 43m

$232

ColumbusHouston

CMH - IAH

CMHIAH

Columbus

Fri 1/9

12:03 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop11h 37m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/12

6:05 pm-11:19 pm

2 stops28h 14m

$240

ColumbusHouston

CMH - IAH

CMHIAH

Columbus

Fri 1/9

10:40 am-10:33 am

2 stops24h 53m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/11

4:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop16h 05m

$261

ColumbusHouston

CMH - IAH

CMHIAH

Columbus

Fri 1/9

10:40 am-10:33 am

2 stops24h 53m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/12

5:05 am-11:19 pm

2 stops17h 14m

$289

ColumbusHouston

CMH - IAH

CMHIAH

Columbus

Thu 3/5

5:45 am-6:28 pm

1 stop13h 43m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/9

1:19 pm-1:56 pm

1 stop23h 37m

$294

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Sat 1/24

11:20 am-3:05 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/28

6:35 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$397

ColumbusHouston

CMH - IAH

CMHIAH

Columbus

Thu 1/15

6:30 am-8:49 am

Nonstop3h 19m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/21

7:23 am-11:04 am

Nonstop2h 41m

$397

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Wed 2/18

9:55 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Houston Hobby

Fri 2/20

3:35 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$397

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Tue 2/17

6:00 am-10:01 am

1 stop5h 01m

Houston Hobby

Thu 2/26

5:25 am-11:44 am

1 stop5h 19m

$407

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Houston

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus to Houston may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 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 to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Houston (average of $84). Flying from Columbus to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of $225). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 25, 2025.

When flying from Columbus to Houston, 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 15% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated December 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus to Houston. 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.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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

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  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Houston?

    For as low as $397, Frontier can have you in Houston from Columbus in 4h 45m. The distance between Columbus and Houston is about 1000 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $69, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Columbus to Houston and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $84 and $168, respectively. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Houston for 82% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $42 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $67 and American Airlines from $79 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Houston?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $211. While the most popular route (Columbus - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $142 on average, our data indicates $484 when flying from Columbus to Houston.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Houston (average of $84). Flying from Columbus to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of $225). 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 Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Houston. 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$69Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$84Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$201Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$254Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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