Cheap flights from Columbus to Melbourne (MLB) from $152

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 5/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — MLB
Apr 24 — May 11

The best prices from Columbus to Melbourne are usually found in May or January, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Melbourne (MLB). 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 April 19, 2024.

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$617

Round-trip from

$183
High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From Columbus to Melbourne

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida?

Monday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 71%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida?

To save on the cost of your flight from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida, book at least 36 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 89% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $123 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $267.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida?

The best pricing can be found in the month of October. Prices to Melbourne, Florida from Columbus average $176. You can even find prices in October for less than $176, as users have found deals to Melbourne, Florida from as low as $64. The month of March appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Melbourne, Florida from Columbus. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 32%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida (CMH - MLB)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 5% on airfare.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Columbus to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Columbus and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest American Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Columbus to Melbourne. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Sat 5/186:55 pmCMH - MLB
1 stop5h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/255:39 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$307
Sat 5/183:26 pmCMH - MLB
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/255:39 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$313
Wed 6/58:34 amCMH - MLB
1 stop4h 36mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/125:38 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$316
Wed 6/56:43 amCMH - MLB
2 stops10h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/125:38 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$322
Sat 6/84:45 pmCMH - MLB
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/125:38 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$346
Sat 6/812:51 pmCMH - MLB
2 stops10h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/125:38 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$352
Sat 5/183:26 pmCMH - MLB
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/256:10 amMLB - CMH
2 stops10h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$398
Tue 6/251:38 pmCMH - MLB
2 stops9h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/26:00 amMLB - CMH
2 stops9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$407
Sat 6/812:51 pmCMH - MLB
2 stops10h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/126:00 amMLB - CMH
2 stops11h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$428

Cheap Delta flights from Columbus to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Columbus and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Delta flights traveling from Columbus to Melbourne. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Wed 6/126:00 amCMH - MLB
1 stop4h 32mDelta
Sun 6/167:01 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/19$349
Sat 6/156:06 pmCMH - MLB
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Sat 6/227:01 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/18$370
Sat 5/45:46 pmCMH - MLB
2 stops16h 50mDelta
Tue 5/77:59 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 4/18$437
Sat 5/45:46 pmCMH - MLB
2 stops16h 50mDelta
Tue 5/75:29 amMLB - CMH
2 stops13h 31mDelta
Deal found 4/18$442
Sat 5/46:00 amCMH - MLB
1 stop4h 24mDelta
Tue 5/77:59 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 4/18$466
Fri 6/146:00 amCMH - MLB
1 stop4h 32mDelta
Sat 6/227:01 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/19$499
Sat 6/1510:28 amCMH - MLB
2 stops7h 43mDelta
Sat 6/227:01 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/19$1,067
Sat 6/1510:28 amCMH - MLB
2 stops7h 43mDelta
Sat 6/227:01 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/18$1,157

Cheap Columbus to Melbourne flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Melbourne specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Prices were last updated on April 19, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Columbus to Melbourne in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sat 5/186:55 pmCMH - MLB
1 stop5h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/255:39 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$307
Sat 5/183:26 pmCMH - MLB
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/255:39 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$313
Thu 5/166:00 amCMH - MLB
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Thu 5/235:29 amMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 12mDelta
Deal found 4/18$370
Sat 5/183:26 pmCMH - MLB
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/256:10 amMLB - CMH
2 stops10h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$398
Sat 5/45:46 pmCMH - MLB
2 stops16h 50mDelta
Tue 5/75:29 amMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 12mDelta
Deal found 4/17$437
Sat 5/45:46 pmCMH - MLB
2 stops16h 50mDelta
Tue 5/75:29 amMLB - CMH
2 stops13h 31mDelta
Deal found 4/17$442
Sat 5/46:00 amCMH - MLB
1 stop4h 24mDelta
Tue 5/75:29 amMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 12mDelta
Deal found 4/17$466
Fri 4/265:10 pmCMH - MLB
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/286:15 amMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$527
Fri 4/265:10 pmCMH - MLB
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/286:15 amMLB - CMH
2 stops8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$532

Columbus to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Columbus to Melbourne in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sat 5/186:55 pmCMH - MLB
1 stop5h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/255:39 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$307
Sat 5/183:26 pmCMH - MLB
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/255:39 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$313
Wed 6/58:34 amCMH - MLB
1 stop4h 36mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/125:38 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$316
Wed 6/56:43 amCMH - MLB
2 stops10h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/125:38 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$322
Wed 11/136:00 amCMH - MLB
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Sat 11/167:50 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/17$343
Sat 6/84:45 pmCMH - MLB
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/125:38 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$346
Wed 6/126:00 amCMH - MLB
1 stop4h 32mDelta
Sun 6/167:01 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/19$349
Sat 6/812:51 pmCMH - MLB
2 stops10h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/125:38 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$352
Sat 6/156:06 pmCMH - MLB
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Sat 6/227:01 pmMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/18$370

Columbus to Melbourne flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Columbus to Melbourne for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Columbus to Melbourne should consider booking one of these fares. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Fri 4/265:10 pmCMH - MLB
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/286:15 amMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$527
Fri 4/265:10 pmCMH - MLB
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/286:15 amMLB - CMH
2 stops8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$532
Fri 4/2612:32 pmCMH - MLB
2 stops9h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/286:15 amMLB - CMH
2 stops9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/19$538
Fri 4/265:10 pmCMH - MLB
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/286:15 amMLB - CMH
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$575

One-way flights to Melbourne from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Columbus to Melbourne, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users needing a return flight from Columbus to Melbourne should utilize the search form above.
Sun 5/265:12 pmCMH - MLB
2 stops15h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$152
Sat 5/256:07 pmCMH - MLB
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 4/18$155
Wed 5/296:00 amCMH - MLB
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/19$164
Sun 5/266:53 amCMH - MLB
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$190
Sun 5/261:45 pmCMH - MLB
3 stops18h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$208
Mon 4/2911:27 amCMH - MLB
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$264
Wed 5/16:12 pmCMH - MLB
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/18$265
Mon 4/298:40 amCMH - MLB
2 stops8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$270
Mon 6/246:15 amCMH - MLB
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$278

Find flights from Columbus to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Melbourne 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 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.

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$307 - $437

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CMH - MLB

CMHMLB

Columbus

Sat 5/18

1 stop5h 12m

Melbourne

Sat 5/25

1 stop6h 16m

$307

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MLB

CMHMLB

Columbus

Sat 5/18

2 stops8h 41m

Melbourne

Sat 5/25

1 stop6h 16m

$313

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MLB

CMHMLB

Columbus

Wed 6/5

1 stop4h 36m

Melbourne

Wed 6/12

1 stop6h 24m

$316

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MLB

CMHMLB

Columbus

Wed 6/5

2 stops10h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 6/12

1 stop6h 24m

$322

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MLB

CMHMLB

Columbus

Sat 6/8

1 stop6h 36m

Melbourne

Wed 6/12

1 stop6h 24m

$346

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MLB

CMHMLB

Columbus

Wed 6/12

1 stop4h 32m

Melbourne

Sun 6/16

1 stop4h 58m

$349

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MLB

CMHMLB

Columbus

Sat 6/8

2 stops10h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 6/12

1 stop6h 24m

$352

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MLB

CMHMLB

Columbus

Sat 6/15

1 stop5h 53m

Melbourne

Sat 6/22

1 stop4h 58m

$370

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MLB

CMHMLB

Columbus

Sat 5/4

2 stops16h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 5/7

1 stop4h 27m

$437

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Deals found on 4/18

When is the best time to book a flight from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida is 22 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on April 14, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Melbourne, Florida flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Columbus to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Columbus to Melbourne is currently $216 while a round-trip flight costs $346. Price data was last updated on April 14, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida (average of $281). Flying from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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.

January

$297

February

$305

March

$356

April

$336

May

$363

June

$393

July

$343

August

$319

September

$281

October

$338

November

$342

December

$293

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

60.8 - 84.2 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated April 19, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines and Delta from Columbus to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
11,094 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Would have been great but the flight got significantly delayed after we boarded due to a mechanical failure

8.1
Very good
11,094 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,094 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Would have been great but the flight got significantly delayed after we boarded due to a mechanical failure

7.3
Good
14,955 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,094 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Would have been great but the flight got significantly delayed after we boarded due to a mechanical failure

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Melbourne from Columbus?

    Melbourne (MLB), located 2.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Columbus to Melbourne. 2 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day.

  • Can I find flights from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $307, but on average you can expect to pay $423.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida for under $600?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to Melbourne, Florida round-trip from $307. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Delta. American Airlines is priced at 32% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What does CMH to MLB mean?

    This is defined as Columbus Airport (CMH) and Melbourne Airport (MLB). Codes like Melbourne Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Dayton Airport (DAY), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbus to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbus to Melbourne, Florida flight deals updated?

    The Columbus to Melbourne, Florida flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/19.

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American AirlinesCheapest$253Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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