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$92+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Pensacola (PNS)

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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — PNS
Mar 18 — Mar 251
Wed 3/18
Wed 3/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Pensacola

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Pensacola
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Pensacola. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 16, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/119:41 pm
CMH
-
PNS
1 stop18h 10m
Frontier
Sat 4/185:24 pm
PNS
-
CMH
1 stop24h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 2/14$171
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/18:09 pm
CMH
-
PNS
1 stop20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/55:20 pm
PNS
-
CMH
1 stop5h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$183
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/76:15 am
CMH
-
PNS
1 stop10h 39m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/105:20 pm
PNS
-
CMH
1 stop5h 12m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/15$184
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 2/2311:39 am
CMH
-
PNS
1 stop5h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/255:20 pm
PNS
-
CMH
1 stop5h 12m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/13$185
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:18 pm
CMH
-
PNS
1 stop21h 21m
Frontier
Sun 5/33:13 pm
PNS
-
CMH
1 stop17h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 2/14$192
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/45:45 am
CMH
-
PNS
1 stop8h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/123:36 pm
PNS
-
CMH
1 stop17h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$202
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/21:07 pm
CMH
-
PNS
1 stop9h 08m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/91:47 pm
PNS
-
CMH
1 stop7h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/12$203
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/216:00 am
CMH
-
PNS
1 stop7h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/263:13 pm
PNS
-
CMH
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$204
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/76:15 am
CMH
-
PNS
1 stop10h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/122:53 pm
PNS
-
CMH
1 stop16h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 4/119:41 pm
CMH
-
PNS
1 stop12h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/186:00 am
PNS
-
CMH
2 stops31h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$216
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/37:14 pm
CMH
-
PNS
1 stop21h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/142:15 pm
PNS
-
CMH
1 stop7h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/16$218
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/178:18 pm
CMH
-
PNS
1 stop21h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/206:00 am
PNS
-
CMH
1 stop5h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$219

Find flight deals from Columbus to Pensacola

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Pensacola (PNS). 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 16, 2026.

Round-trip from

$171
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$92
(CheapOair)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$338
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Pensacola 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 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Pensacola that are best for you.

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Pensacola

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Return

Price

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

Sat 4/11

9:41 pm-2:51 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Pensacola

Sat 4/18

5:24 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop24h 59m

$171

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

Sat 4/18

1:07 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Pensacola

Fri 4/24

1:47 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$184

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

Sat 3/7

6:15 am-3:54 pm

1 stop10h 39m

Pensacola

Wed 3/11

5:20 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$184

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

Thu 5/14

1:07 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Pensacola

Mon 5/18

6:00 am-12:12 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$185

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

Fri 5/1

8:18 pm-4:39 pm

1 stop21h 21m

Pensacola

Sun 5/3

3:13 pm-9:43 am

1 stop17h 30m

$192

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

Sat 5/2

1:07 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Pensacola

Sat 5/9

1:47 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$203

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

Sat 4/11

9:41 pm-8:55 am

1 stop12h 14m

Pensacola

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-2:41 pm

2 stops31h 41m

$216

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

Thu 4/23

6:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Pensacola

Mon 4/27

6:00 am-12:12 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$221

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

Sun 3/1

11:17 am-5:42 pm

2 stops31h 25m

Pensacola

Thu 3/5

6:37 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop28h 16m

$230

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

Thu 3/12

5:45 am-1:16 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Pensacola

Thu 3/19

2:53 pm-11:30 am

1 stop19h 37m

$231

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Pensacola

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Pensacola

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Pensacola. Price data was last updated on February 13, 2026.

Booking 28 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to Pensacola. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Pensacola?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Pensacola (average of $122). Flying from Columbus to Pensacola in October is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Pensacola

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pensacola. 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 Pensacola. Reviews last updated February 16, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Columbus to Pensacola have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,285 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,285 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,285 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,204 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,285 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,294 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,285 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,456 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,285 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 4.0 mi from the city center, Pensacola is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Pensacola from Columbus. Booking flights from Columbus to Pensacola (PNS) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Columbus from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Pensacola?

    Frontier and Spirit Airlines can get you from Columbus to Pensacola in just under 9h 08m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 02m. There are 701 mi between Columbus and Pensacola. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Pensacola, with prices starting at $121. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $191 and $236, respectively. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Pensacola for 63% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $71. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Columbus to Pensacola for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Pensacola 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 Pensacola?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Pensacola (average of $122). Flying from Columbus to Pensacola in October is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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 4 airlines flying from Columbus to Pensacola

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Pensacola. 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 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$121Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$191Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$275Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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