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$90+ Cheap flights to Columbus

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— CMH
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Mon 8/31
Mon 9/7
1 adult, Economy
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Flights to Columbus in 2026

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 August 1, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/1212:39 pm
SWF
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CMH
1 stop5h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/139:16 pm
CMH
-
SWF
1 stop13h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 9/1212:39 pm
SWF
-
CMH
1 stop5h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/227:50 pm
CMH
-
SWF
2 stops38h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/205:55 am
EWR
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CMH
1 stop11h 30m
Frontier
Thu 9/177:50 pm
CMH
-
EWR
1 stop14h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$261
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/95:55 am
EWR
-
CMH
1 stop14h 36m
Frontier
Fri 9/119:16 pm
CMH
-
EWR
1 stop27h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31$262
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/185:55 am
EWR
-
CMH
1 stop14h 36m
Frontier
Sun 9/209:16 pm
CMH
-
EWR
1 stop27h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$264
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/2210:29 pm
EWR
-
CMH
1 stop18h 56m
Frontier
Thu 9/177:50 pm
CMH
-
EWR
1 stop14h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/255:55 am
EWR
-
CMH
1 stop11h 30m
Frontier
Thu 9/177:50 pm
CMH
-
EWR
1 stop14h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$266
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/25:55 am
EWR
-
CMH
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Tue 8/45:44 pm
CMH
-
EWR
1 stop7h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/255:55 am
EWR
-
CMH
1 stop11h 30m
Frontier
Fri 9/189:16 pm
CMH
-
EWR
1 stop27h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/312:39 pm
SWF
-
CMH
1 stop5h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/67:50 pm
CMH
-
SWF
2 stops15h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/218:00 pm
EWR
-
CMH
1 stop3h 44m
United Airlines
Tue 8/256:11 pm
CMH
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31$269
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/85:59 am
EWR
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CMH
1 stop11h 34m
Frontier
Sun 10/116:11 pm
CMH
-
EWR
1 stop6h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27$270

Find flight deals to Columbus Airport

Find the latest flights to Columbus in 2026, 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 August 1, 2026.

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Average price

$266

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$260

One-way from

$89

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$325 or less

Good one-way deal

$286 or less
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Locate flights to Columbus that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on August 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

NewarkColumbus

EWR - CMH

EWRCMH

Newark

Thu 10/1

6:00 am-9:44 am

1 stop3h 44m

Columbus

Sun 10/4

6:05 am-7:58 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$269

NewarkColumbus

EWR - CMH

EWRCMH

Newark

Sat 8/29

10:29 am-12:19 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Columbus

Sat 9/5

10:30 am-4:29 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$269

NewarkColumbus

EWR - CMH

EWRCMH

Newark

Thu 9/24

7:00 am-12:02 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Columbus

Mon 9/28

5:07 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$279

New WindsorColumbus

SWF - CMH

SWFCMH

New Windsor Stewart

Mon 10/19

7:01 pm-8:58 am

1 stop13h 57m

Columbus

Fri 10/23

6:50 pm-11:39 am

1 stop16h 49m

$284

New YorkColumbus

LGA - CMH

LGACMH

New York LaGuardia

Tue 10/6

10:35 am-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Columbus

Sat 10/10

12:35 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$291

New WindsorColumbus

SWF - CMH

SWFCMH

New Windsor Stewart

Sat 9/12

12:39 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Columbus

Sat 9/19

7:26 pm-10:16 am

2 stops14h 50m

$296

NewarkColumbus

EWR - CMH

EWRCMH

Newark

Thu 8/13

6:00 am-9:46 am

1 stop3h 46m

Columbus

Sun 8/16

6:05 am-7:58 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$299

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/12

11:15 am-6:10 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Columbus

Sat 9/19

5:07 pm-12:59 am

1 stop7h 52m

$301

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/5

11:40 am-6:23 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Columbus

Tue 9/8

5:07 pm-12:59 am

1 stop7h 52m

$301

New YorkColumbus

JFK - CMH

JFKCMH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/11

3:39 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Columbus

Fri 9/18

6:25 pm-8:38 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$309

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals to Columbus in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: Out of all of the providers offering Columbus Airport flight deals, Cheapflights users have found FlightHub to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights and FlightHub. This is based on searches made for Columbus Airport flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: FlightHub is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Columbus Airport flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), FlightHub has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Columbus Airport. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Columbus Airport

How long is the flight to Columbus?

On average, a flight from New York to Columbus takes 2 hours 49 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.

Weekly flight availability to Columbus

The most flights from New York to Columbus are scheduled on a Friday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Columbus?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Columbus are United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta.

American Airlines
American Airlines
From $158
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $144
Delta
Delta
From $110
Southwest
Southwest
From $110

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Columbus?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Columbus are Frontier, 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).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Columbus, you should look to book at least 85 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.

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 July 25, 2026.

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

The best insider tips for flights to Columbus Airport

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on American Airlines and Frontier

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 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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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 August 1, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing the United States, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,845 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

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 $28, while round-trip flights cost around $74.

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

    A round-trip flight to Columbus will typically cost around $119, however they can be found for as little as $74.

  • 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 7 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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