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$116+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Lincoln, NE (LNK)

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 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — LNK
Aug 27 — Sep 31
Thu 8/27
Thu 9/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Lincoln

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Lincoln
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Lincoln. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2210:28 am
CMH
-
LNK
1 stop8h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/296:17 pm
LNK
-
CMH
2 stops22h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/55:08 pm
CMH
-
LNK
1 stop6h 51m
United Airlines
Sun 9/66:00 am
LNK
-
CMH
1 stop6h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23$286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/105:35 am
CMH
-
LNK
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Mon 9/144:57 pm
LNK
-
CMH
1 stop4h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27$305
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/222:24 pm
CMH
-
LNK
2 stops9h 26m
American Airlines
Sat 8/296:39 am
LNK
-
CMH
2 stops11h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/25$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/37:20 am
CMH
-
LNK
1 stop4h 59m
United Airlines
Sun 9/66:00 am
LNK
-
CMH
1 stop6h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/105:28 am
CMH
-
LNK
2 stops9h 48m
American Airlines
Mon 9/145:28 am
LNK
-
CMH
1 stop7h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/294:27 pm
CMH
-
LNK
1 stop6h 20m
United Airlines
Tue 9/16:00 am
LNK
-
CMH
1 stop6h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/315:55 pm
CMH
-
LNK
1 stop5h 04m
United Airlines
Wed 8/196:14 am
LNK
-
CMH
1 stop7h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/25$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sat 9/53:42 pm
CMH
-
LNK
2 stops8h 08m
American Airlines
Sun 9/65:30 am
LNK
-
CMH
2 stops12h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/23$380
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/315:30 am
CMH
-
LNK
1 stop6h 31m
United Airlines
Tue 8/186:00 am
LNK
-
CMH
2 stops7h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/25$384

Find flight deals from Columbus to Lincoln

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to Lincoln (LNK). 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 July 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$277
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$116
(Kiwi.com)
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Lincoln 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 July 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Lincoln that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusLincoln

CMH - LNK

CMHLNK

Columbus

Sat 9/5

5:08 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Lincoln

Sun 9/6

6:00 am-1:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$286
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusLincoln

CMH - LNK

CMHLNK

Columbus

Sat 8/22

7:20 am-11:19 am

1 stop4h 59m

Lincoln

Sat 8/29

9:58 am-3:28 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$305

ColumbusLincoln

CMH - LNK

CMHLNK

Columbus

Sat 8/29

4:27 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Lincoln

Tue 9/1

6:00 am-1:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$371

ColumbusLincoln

CMH - LNK

CMHLNK

Columbus

Thu 9/3

7:20 am-11:19 am

1 stop4h 59m

Lincoln

Sun 9/6

9:35 am-7:08 pm

2 stops8h 33m

$401

ColumbusLincoln

CMH - LNK

CMHLNK

Columbus

Sat 8/15

6:00 am-3:29 pm

2 stops10h 29m

Lincoln

Tue 8/18

10:28 am-5:05 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$404
Cheapest one-way

ColumbusLincoln

CMH - LNK

CMHLNK

Columbus

Mon 10/26

2:22 pm-6:32 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$274

ColumbusLincoln

CMH - LNK

CMHLNK

Columbus

Tue 8/25

12:30 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$274

ColumbusLincoln

CMH - LNK

CMHLNK

Columbus

Fri 8/21

12:30 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$295

ColumbusLincoln

CMH - LNK

CMHLNK

Columbus

Wed 10/21

5:10 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$295

ColumbusLincoln

CMH - LNK

CMHLNK

Columbus

Wed 10/28

12:25 pm-6:32 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$295

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Deals found on 7/27

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus to Lincoln

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 Lincoln in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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-Lincoln, Nebraska flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Lincoln, Nebraska flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Lincoln, Nebraska flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Lincoln, Nebraska 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-Lincoln, Nebraska flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Lincoln

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lincoln. 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 Lincoln. Reviews last updated July 28, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from Columbus Airport to Lincoln. 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,041 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

ROHIT,Jun 2026

IND - EWR

It should not be delayed by 2 hours. I missed the important event due to this
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,041 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,041 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

ROHIT,Jun 2026

IND - EWR

It should not be delayed by 2 hours. I missed the important event due to this

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Lincoln. 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 Lincoln from Columbus?

    If you book a flight to Lincoln from Columbus, you will be flying to Lincoln, which is the city’s only airport. Lincoln (LNK) is located 4.0 mi from the center of Lincoln. There are 0 flights from Columbus to Lincoln per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska?

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska in 6h 51m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 731 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Columbus Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska round-trip from $293.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Lincoln by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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United AirlinesCheapest$293Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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