Columbus

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— CMH
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Flights to Columbus in 2025

Find the latest flights to Columbus in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on September 11, 2025.

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December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$240

Round-trip from

$99

One-way from

$55

Good round-trip deal

$167 or less

Good one-way deal

$118 or less
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
From New York to Columbus
One-way flight from New York to Columbus (CMH)
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Cheapest flights to Columbus Airport
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Columbus Airport. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

Sun 10/265:45 amLGA - CMH
Nonstop1h 52mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/28:19 pmCMH - LGA
Nonstop1h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$100
Sat 11/151:30 pmLGA - CMH
Nonstop1h 43mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/169:21 amCMH - LGA
Nonstop1h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$101
Fri 9/265:45 amLGA - CMH
Nonstop1h 44mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/119:21 amCMH - LGA
Nonstop1h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$104
Fri 10/310:59 amLGA - CMH
1 stop7h 59mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/68:19 pmCMH - LGA
Nonstop1h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$105
Fri 9/265:45 amLGA - CMH
Nonstop1h 44mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/29:38 pmCMH - LGA
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$106
Fri 9/265:45 amLGA - CMH
Nonstop1h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/49:38 pmCMH - LGA
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$107
Sun 9/285:45 amLGA - CMH
Nonstop1h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/299:38 pmCMH - LGA
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$108
Wed 9/245:45 amLGA - CMH
Nonstop1h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/279:38 pmCMH - LGA
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$109
Sat 10/47:10 amLGA - CMH
1 stop6h 22mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/88:19 pmCMH - LGA
Nonstop1h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$110
Thu 9/255:45 amLGA - CMH
Nonstop1h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/49:38 pmCMH - LGA
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$111
Wed 9/245:45 amLGA - CMH
Nonstop1h 44mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/29:38 pmCMH - LGA
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$112
Thu 9/2510:59 amLGA - CMH
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/29:38 pmCMH - LGA
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$113

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Price

New YorkColumbus

LGA - CMH

LGACMH

New York LaGuardia

Sat 9/27

5:45 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 44m

Columbus

Mon 9/29

9:38 pm-11:16 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$129

New YorkColumbus

LGA - CMH

LGACMH

New York LaGuardia

Mon 9/22

10:59 am-6:58 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Columbus

Wed 9/24

9:38 pm-11:16 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$136

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/8

3:40 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Columbus

Wed 10/15

7:03 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$139

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/5

3:40 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Columbus

Wed 11/12

6:22 pm-8:29 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$139

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/25

9:50 am-11:48 am

Nonstop1h 58m

Columbus

Tue 10/28

12:13 pm-2:09 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

$139

New YorkColumbus

LGA - CMH

LGACMH

New York LaGuardia

Thu 9/25

10:59 am-8:02 pm

1 stop9h 03m

Columbus

Sun 9/28

9:38 pm-11:16 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$145

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/8

9:50 am-11:48 am

Nonstop1h 58m

Columbus

Sat 10/11

6:20 pm-8:29 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$149

New YorkColumbus

LGA - CMH

LGACMH

New York LaGuardia

Fri 10/31

6:30 am-5:16 pm

1 stop10h 46m

Columbus

Sun 11/2

8:19 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$151

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/12

9:37 am-11:34 am

Nonstop1h 57m

Columbus

Sun 11/16

7:08 am-9:09 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$164

New YorkColumbus

LGA - CMH

LGACMH

New York LaGuardia

Wed 10/8

7:55 am-4:50 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Columbus

Wed 10/15

12:20 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$168

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The best insider tips for flights to Columbus Airport

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Columbus Airport trip
Airlines
American Airlines

American Airlines offers Main Cabin Extra with more legroom on short-haul flights.


Flagship Business class on American offers lay-flat beds and direct aisle access.

Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat for more comfort.


Frontier offers no in-flight entertainment or Wi-Fi, so bring your own entertainment.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Delta

Delta Comfort Plus offers extra legroom and complimentary alcoholic drinks.


Delta offers free Wi-Fi on most domestic flights for SkyMiles members.

Read more about Deltaby Harriet Baskas
Breeze Airways

Breeze's Breeze Ascent seats offer more recline and legroom than typical first class.


Breeze's Extra Legroom seats provide more comfort on short flights.

United Airlines

Basic Economy on United allows no carry-on bags, except for MileagePlus members or select routes.


United Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats towards the front of the economy cabin.

Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer wider seats and 11 inches more legroom.


Spirit Saver$ Club offers discounts on luggage, seats, and boarding shortcuts.

Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on American Airlines and Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on Delta and United Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on Breeze Airways

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Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Best time to book a flight to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Columbus Airport

When is the best time to book a flight to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Columbus. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Columbus, you should look to book at least 63 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.

How long is the flight to Columbus?

On average, a flight from New York to Columbus takes 4 hours 42 minutes. Flights to Columbus from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Columbus. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Columbus should consider flying on Tuesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Monday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Columbus

The most flights from New York to Columbus are scheduled on a Thursday (50 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Columbus?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Columbus are Spirit Airlines, Delta and American Airlines.

Rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing the United States, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

FAQs about flying to Columbus

Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) is located six miles (10km) outside of Columbus, Ohio. A relatively small airport with only one terminal, Port Columbus nevertheless is the main gateway to the state of Ohio.

The airport maintains a casual and welcoming atmosphere with art exhibitions and museums, and sweetens the deal with the gold standard of airports: free wireless. With a reputation for efficiency and Midwestern friendliness, it’s easy to see why more than 6 million passengers per year choose to fly from here.

Direct flights to Port Columbus International Airport come from a number of cities in the US, Canada and Mexico, including Atlanta, Boston, Cancun, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, Minneapolis, New York, Philadelphia, Phoenix, St Louis, Toronto and Washington DC.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Columbus if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Columbus on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Columbus?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Frontier is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Columbus.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Columbus?

    Columbus is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Columbus. One-way flights to Columbus typically cost $39, while round-trip flights cost around $54.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Columbus?

    A round-trip flight to Columbus will typically cost around $196, however they can be found for as little as $54.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Columbus depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Columbus, Detroit offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 0 minutes).

  • Does Columbus have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Columbus can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Columbus?

    Yes. Columbus has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Concourse Airport Hotel is the closest property to Columbus (0.0 mi away from Columbus).

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