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$82+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — LAX
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Fri 3/13
Fri 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 11, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/187:00 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Mon 2/2311:15 pm
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop10h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/10$262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/66:09 pm
CMH
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 3/109:50 am
LAX
-
CMH
Nonstop4h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Sun 2/228:09 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop14h 37m
Frontier
Wed 2/251:51 pm
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop26h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$264
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Thu 2/268:08 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop7h 22m
Frontier
Mon 3/26:01 am
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop10h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/66:15 am
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/910:07 pm
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop10h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$266
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Tue 3/176:09 pm
CMH
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 3/2411:17 pm
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop8h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$267
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Mon 3/28:13 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/66:30 am
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop8h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Mon 4/136:21 pm
CMH
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 05m
American Airlines
Thu 4/2310:00 am
LAX
-
CMH
Nonstop4h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$269
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Fri 4/37:14 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop7h 58m
Frontier
Mon 4/66:15 am
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop9h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 4/710:40 am
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop16h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/128:58 pm
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop18h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$271
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2810:25 am
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop9h 10m
Southwest
Wed 5/66:45 am
LAX
-
CMH
2 stops9h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/9$272
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/66:09 pm
CMH
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 3/1012:30 am
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop7h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$273

Find flight deals from Columbus to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 11, 2026.

Round-trip from

$262
(Southwest)

One-way from

$82
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$385
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Los Angeles 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 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Price

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sat 2/28

1:10 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

11:15 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$262

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Fri 2/27

8:20 pm-12:55 am

1 stop7h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

10:20 am-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$267

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Mon 5/11

7:25 am-9:30 am

Nonstop5h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/16

10:45 am-6:16 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$269

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sun 5/3

7:25 am-9:30 am

Nonstop5h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

10:45 am-6:16 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$269

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 5/20

7:25 am-9:30 am

Nonstop5h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

11:00 am-6:30 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$269

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sat 3/7

9:05 pm-1:15 am

1 stop7h 10m

Los Angeles

Fri 3/13

8:50 am-9:15 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$271

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Mon 4/6

5:59 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/14

10:45 am-6:25 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$273

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 5/20

7:25 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/25

11:45 am-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$273

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 4/8

7:25 am-9:30 am

Nonstop5h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/11

10:35 pm-9:39 am

1 stop8h 04m

$273

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 4/8

10:40 am-11:56 pm

1 stop16h 16m

Los Angeles

Fri 4/10

6:44 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops20h 53m

$276

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Columbus to Los Angeles is 88 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 Los Angeles?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Los Angeles (average of $120). Flying from Columbus to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 11, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Los Angeles in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 53% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings 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 to Los Angeles?

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated February 11, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Los Angeles, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,181 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,279 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,271 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,444 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Los Angeles is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Los Angeles from Columbus. Booking flights from Columbus to Los Angeles (LAX) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Columbus from 8 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    Airlines like Southwest and United Airlines fly from Columbus to Los Angeles in about 5h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 30m. There are 1990 mi between Columbus and Los Angeles. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to Los Angeles round-trip from $105. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $146, and Delta, from $184. These flights start at 70% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $55. Users have also found prices from $63 and $116 on Spirit Airlines and JetBlue, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    Consider United Airlines (100%), Alaska Airlines (75%) or American Airlines (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Columbus to Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $154. While the most popular route (Columbus - Los Angeles) can be booked for $191 on average, our data indicates $1,244 when flying from Columbus to Los Angeles.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Los Angeles (average of $120). Flying from Columbus to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 8 airlines flying from Columbus to Los Angeles

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Los Angeles. 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 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$146Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$184Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$207Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$228Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$261Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$263Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$387Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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