Phoenix

$70+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Phoenix

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 5/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — PHX
Jun 4 — Jun 111
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Phoenix

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Phoenix
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Phoenix. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 5, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 7/148:59 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop16h 15m
Frontier
Tue 7/2112:35 am
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop16h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$280
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Thu 6/118:58 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop16h 29m
Frontier
Sun 6/148:40 am
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop28h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/289:52 am
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/19:15 am
PHX
-
CMH
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$282
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 6/104:47 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop17h 58m
Frontier
Mon 6/156:53 pm
PHX
-
CMH
2 stops19h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 5/2$284
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:08 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop15h 30m
Frontier
Sun 5/39:24 pm
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop18h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$290
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 5/226:43 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop7h 46m
Frontier
Sun 5/244:17 pm
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop22h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/289:52 am
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/66:51 pm
PHX
-
CMH
2 stops19h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/86:43 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop18h 33m
Frontier
Mon 6/156:53 pm
PHX
-
CMH
2 stops19h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 5/316:05 pm
CMH
-
PHX
2 stops31h 16m
Frontier
Sun 8/306:53 pm
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop18h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/46:05 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop7h 21m
Frontier
Sat 6/611:30 pm
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop14h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$299

Find flight deals from Columbus to Phoenix

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Phoenix (PH1). 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 May 5, 2026.

Round-trip from

$280
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$70
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$439
From Columbus to Phoenix
One-way flight from Columbus to Phoenix
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Phoenix 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 May 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Phoenix that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Tue 6/16

5:35 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 6/23

5:10 am-1:55 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$342

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Thu 5/28

10:10 am-2:26 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/28

10:55 pm-9:56 am

1 stop8h 01m

$361

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Wed 6/3

6:00 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 6/13

6:55 pm-1:35 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$439

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Thu 6/18

3:10 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 6/23

2:15 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 05m

$439

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Mon 10/26

8:25 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 11/4

5:50 am-12:35 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$444

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Sun 5/17

7:30 am-5:46 pm

1 stop13h 16m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/20

9:55 am-5:45 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$455
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Wed 6/10

3:25 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 6/15

2:10 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$464

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Mon 6/1

5:54 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 6/3

6:50 am-11:43 pm

2 stops13h 53m

$499

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Thu 5/28

3:30 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 5/31

7:45 am-5:25 pm

2 stops6h 40m

$506

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Wed 6/24

3:25 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 7/8

6:00 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$527

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Phoenix

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Phoenix

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbus to Phoenix, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Phoenix (average of $93). Flying from Columbus to Phoenix in December is currently the most expensive (average of $304). 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 PHX?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Phoenix. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 5, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to Phoenix in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Phoenix

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to Phoenix. 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 May 5, 2026.

The most flights from C01 to PH1 are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus to Phoenix?

Reviews of airlines servicing Phoenix

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Phoenix. 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 Phoenix. Reviews last updated May 5, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Columbus to Phoenix have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Phoenix. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Phoenix?

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus to Phoenix in 7h 16m. Fly via Southwest or Delta to get the fastest option. Columbus and Phoenix are separated by a distance of 1665 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Phoenix, with prices starting at $128. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $140 and $252, respectively. Delta is currently priced 71% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $93 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $149 and Southwest from $158 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbus to Phoenix?

    Before booking your flight to Phoenix from Columbus, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (87%), Alaska Airlines (83%), Southwest( 74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Phoenix?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to Phoenix? While on average our users pay $711, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $158. The most popular route (Columbus - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), is priced around $292.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Phoenix (average of $93). Flying from Columbus to Phoenix in December is currently the most expensive (average of $304). 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to Phoenix

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Phoenix. 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 May 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$128Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$140Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$252Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$337Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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