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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 7/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — LAX
Jul 7 — Jul 141
Mon 7/7
Mon 7/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Los Angeles are usually found in September or August, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 July 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$214
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$129
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$300
From Columbus to Los Angeles
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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 July 2, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 7/316:30 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/173:20 pmLAX - CMH
Nonstop4h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$214
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 7/305:55 pmCMH - LAX
Nonstop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/79:30 amLAX - CMH
Nonstop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$218
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 7/1412:31 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Thu 8/149:28 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop11h 14mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$221
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/221:03 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/246:30 amLAX - CMH
1 stop10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$225
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/182:30 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Sat 8/239:00 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$227

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ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Thu 7/31

6:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/17

3:20 pm-10:42 pm

Nonstop4h 22m

$214

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 7/30

5:55 pm-7:43 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/7

9:30 am-5:09 pm

Nonstop4h 39m

$218

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Mon 7/14

12:31 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop11h 59m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/14

9:28 pm-11:42 am

1 stop11h 14m

$221

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Fri 8/22

1:03 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/24

6:30 am-7:45 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$225

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Mon 8/18

2:30 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/23

9:00 pm-9:15 am

1 stop9h 15m

$227

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Fri 8/1

6:38 pm-12:29 am

1 stop8h 51m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/3

12:25 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 49m

$277

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Tue 7/29

5:05 am-7:45 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$129

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Thu 9/4

6:15 am-12:40 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$132

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sun 8/3

5:25 pm-12:27 am

1 stop10h 02m

$137

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sat 8/2

5:55 pm-7:43 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

$138

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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 June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Columbus to Los Angeles is 65 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Columbus to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 July 2, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Los Angeles at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 52% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings 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.

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 July 2, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Los Angeles, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
340 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,103 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

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 2 daily inbound flights from Columbus from 8 different airlines.

  • 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 $214. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $218, and Frontier, from $221. These flights start at 35% 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 Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $129. Users have also found prices from $132 and $137 on Southwest and Frontier, respectively.

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

    Consider American Airlines (84%), Qantas Airways (82%) or Alaska Airlines (82%) 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 $149. While the most popular route (Columbus - Los Angeles) can be booked for $111 on average our data indicates $1,080 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Columbus to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 July 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$149Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$206Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$234Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$249Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$347Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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