Phoenix

$74+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Phoenix

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CMH — PHX
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Phoenix are usually found in October or September, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 February 3, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/192:51 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop19h 46m
Frontier
Mon 3/238:42 am
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop24h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$314
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Sat 4/252:01 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop12h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/111:12 am
PHX
-
CMH
2 stops32h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$315
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Sun 2/158:09 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Wed 2/186:51 pm
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop22h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$316
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 2/175:45 am
CMH
-
PHX
2 stops18h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/192:48 pm
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop17h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$318
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/58:08 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop14h 34m
Frontier
Sun 3/86:50 am
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop8h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/268:08 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop13h 34m
Frontier
Thu 3/56:00 am
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop11h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$320
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Fri 2/2010:54 am
CMH
-
PHX
2 stops15h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/2211:59 pm
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop21h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31$321
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Sat 4/47:32 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop14h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/84:27 pm
PHX
-
CMH
2 stops14h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$323
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sat 2/288:25 am
CMH
-
PHX
2 stops7h 00m
Southwest
Sat 3/71:35 pm
PHX
-
CMH
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/31$324
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Mon 2/912:03 pm
CMH
-
PHX
2 stops27h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/116:51 pm
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop22h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$325
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/111:25 pm
CMH
-
PHX
1 stop10h 47m
Frontier
Wed 2/186:51 pm
PHX
-
CMH
1 stop22h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$326

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 February 3, 2026.

Round-trip from

$314
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$74
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$483
From Columbus to Phoenix
One-way flight from Columbus to Phoenix
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($36 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 February 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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Phoenix that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

Phoenix

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Tue 4/21

7:00 am-10:15 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 4/25

7:00 am-11:44 pm

1 stop13h 44m

$334

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Sat 3/7

5:55 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/17

5:25 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$380

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Sat 3/7

5:55 pm-12:45 am

1 stop8h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 3/16

6:10 pm-12:45 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$389

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Wed 4/1

5:35 am-7:05 am

Nonstop4h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/7

11:10 am-9:05 pm

2 stops6h 55m

$392

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Sat 4/4

9:45 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/8

11:10 am-9:05 pm

2 stops6h 55m

$397

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Tue 4/14

9:01 am-5:58 pm

1 stop11h 57m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 4/19

11:59 pm-1:14 am

1 stop22h 15m

$410

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Sat 3/7

10:20 am-7:05 pm

2 stops10h 45m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 3/12

3:06 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$440

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Thu 3/12

8:34 am-12:40 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/21

11:40 pm-9:38 am

1 stop6h 58m

$443

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Sat 3/14

4:43 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/21

11:40 pm-9:38 am

1 stop6h 58m

$449

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

Tue 3/31

2:15 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 4/2

11:59 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop13h 51m

$450

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Phoenix

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbus to Phoenix, you should look to book at least 88 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Phoenix (average of $160). Flying from Columbus to Phoenix in December is currently the most expensive (average of $285). 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 February 3, 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 21% 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 February 3, 2026.

The most flights from C01 to PH1 are scheduled on a Friday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 February 3, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American 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.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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 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 4h 30m. Fly via United Airlines or Southwest 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 Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Phoenix, with prices starting at $118. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Frontier, with the lowest prices starting at $128 and $138, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 73% 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 $163 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: Southwest (68%), American Airlines (45%), Alaska Airlines( 45%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Phoenix?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to Phoenix? While on average our users pay $666, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (Columbus - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), is priced around $195.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Phoenix (average of $160). Flying from Columbus to Phoenix in December is currently the most expensive (average of $285). 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 6 airlines flying from Columbus to Phoenix

Discover the top 6 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$118Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$138Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$252Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$342Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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