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$129+ 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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — LAX
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Los Angeles
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This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/219:13 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/611:43 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/315:45 amCMH - LAX
2 stops28h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1211:59 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop20h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$326
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/311:00 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop12h 30mSouthwest
Mon 1/126:30 amLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$346
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/225:30 amCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Wed 1/710:40 amLAX - CMH
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$350
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/309:13 pmCMH - LAX
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/611:43 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$356
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/217:58 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 32mFrontier
Sun 12/286:34 amLAX - CMH
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$357
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/309:13 pmCMH - LAX
2 stops37h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1011:59 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop30h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/226:50 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Wed 12/2411:00 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop10h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$370
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/102:55 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Tue 12/166:00 amLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$381
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/217:58 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop14h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/2211:43 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$388

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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 December 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$261
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$129
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$442
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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 December 12, 2025.
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

Thu 1/22

8:00 am-3:42 pm

1 stop10h 42m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/27

2:56 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop24h 31m

$270

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Fri 1/16

4:30 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/20

6:50 am-5:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$271

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 2/18

5:50 am-11:45 am

1 stop8h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/23

9:35 am-10:55 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$299

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Thu 2/19

6:23 am-10:58 am

1 stop7h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/23

2:35 pm-12:04 am

1 stop6h 29m

$301

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Mon 2/16

12:39 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/25

11:55 am-9:03 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$302

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Mon 2/16

6:03 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/24

3:00 pm-12:01 am

1 stop6h 01m

$302

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sun 2/1

10:50 am-8:55 pm

2 stops13h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/11

5:20 am-5:30 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$304

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 1/21

8:00 am-5:22 pm

2 stops12h 22m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/27

7:45 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop19h 42m

$307

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sun 1/25

9:15 am-4:05 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/28

8:45 am-8:45 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$322

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 1/21

6:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop9h 11m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/24

9:55 am-10:59 pm

2 stops10h 04m

$325

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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 December 5, 2025.

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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $203). 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 December 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Los Angeles in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 December 6, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

The most flights from C01 to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 December 12, 2025.
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
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
8,179 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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 4 daily inbound flights from Columbus from 7 different airlines.

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

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta fly from Columbus to Los Angeles in about 7h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 07m. 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 $117. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $146, and Delta, from $184. These flights start at 66% 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 $67 and $103 on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

    Consider Delta (100%), Malaysia Airlines (86%) or Alaska Airlines (83%) 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 $116. While the most popular route (Columbus - Los Angeles) can be booked for $182 on average, our data indicates $376 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $203). 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 Los Angeles

Discover the top 7 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$119Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$180Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$206Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$226Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$363Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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