$78+ Cheap flights from California to Columbus (CMH)
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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
Jun 17 — Jun 241
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from | $158 (Cheapflightsfares) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $78 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $347 |
Good round-trip deal | $133 or less |
Good one-way deal | $94 or less |
Find flight deals from California to Columbus
Cheapest flights from California to ColumbusExplore the most affordable flight options available from California to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 9/43:12 pmLAS - CMH
Nonstop3h 59mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/811:06 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$158
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 9/49:09 amSAN - CMH
1 stop10h 02mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/811:06 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop12h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$207
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 8/229:07 amBUR - CMH
1 stop10h 09mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/251:03 pmCMH - BUR
1 stop6h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$219
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/25:22 pmSNA - CMH
1 stop19h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/86:00 amCMH - SNA
3 stops18h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$219
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 7/75:30 amOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 22mSpirit Airlines
Thu 7/106:30 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop8h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$221
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/156:00 amSJC - CMH
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/2111:06 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop13h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$225
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/311:08 pmSNA - CMH
Nonstop4h 28mBreeze Airways
Sun 8/310:22 amCMH - SNA
Nonstop5h 01mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/11![Breeze Airways logo]()
$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/2412:01 pmLAS - CMH
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/297:59 amCMH - LAS
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10![American Airlines logo]()
$257
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 6/265:30 amLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 22mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/296:00 amCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 8/1211:15 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop12h 55mSouthwest
Tue 8/197:55 amCMH - LAX
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11![Southwest logo]()
$263
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 6/269:03 amLAS - CMH
Nonstop3h 49mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/36:05 pmCMH - LAS
1 stop25h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$264
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/912:01 pmSMF - CMH
2 stops28h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/165:05 amCMH - SMF
2 stops40h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$274
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Columbus 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Columbus Airport that are best for you.
Fly from
California
Fly to
Columbus
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Las VegasColumbus
LAS - CMH
LASCMH
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Thu 9/4
3:12 pm-10:11 pm
Nonstop3h 59m
Columbus
Mon 9/8
11:06 pm-12:23 am
Nonstop4h 17m
$158
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Thu 9/4
9:09 am-10:11 pm
1 stop10h 02m
Columbus
Mon 9/8
11:06 pm-8:14 am
1 stop12h 08m
$207
BurbankColumbus
BUR - CMH
BURCMH
Burbank Bob Hope
Fri 8/22
9:07 am-10:16 pm
1 stop10h 09m
Columbus
Mon 8/25
1:03 pm-4:39 pm
1 stop6h 36m
$219
Santa AnaColumbus
SNA - CMH
SNACMH
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Wed 7/2
5:22 pm-3:52 pm
1 stop19h 30m
Columbus
Tue 7/8
6:00 am-9:50 pm
3 stops18h 50m
$219
OaklandColumbus
OAK - CMH
OAKCMH
Oakland
Mon 7/7
5:30 am-3:52 pm
1 stop7h 22m
Columbus
Thu 7/10
6:30 pm-11:33 pm
1 stop8h 03m
$221
San JoseColumbus
SJC - CMH
SJCCMH
San Jose
Mon 7/7
6:00 am-3:52 pm
1 stop6h 52m
Columbus
Thu 7/10
6:30 pm-11:54 pm
1 stop8h 24m
$235
Santa AnaColumbus
SNA - CMH
SNACMH
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Thu 7/31
1:08 pm-8:36 pm
Nonstop4h 28m
Columbus
Sun 8/3
10:22 am-12:23 pm
Nonstop5h 01m
$252
Las VegasColumbus
LAS - CMH
LASCMH
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Thu 7/24
12:01 pm-9:59 pm
1 stop6h 58m
Columbus
Tue 7/29
7:59 am-12:12 pm
1 stop7h 13m
$257
Los AngelesColumbus
LAX - CMH
LAXCMH
Los Angeles
Tue 8/12
11:15 pm-3:10 pm
1 stop12h 55m
Columbus
Tue 8/19
7:55 am-3:50 pm
2 stops10h 55m
$263
Las VegasColumbus
LAS - CMH
LASCMH
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Thu 6/26
9:03 am-3:52 pm
Nonstop3h 49m
Columbus
Thu 7/3
6:05 pm-5:03 pm
1 stop25h 58m
$264
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Best time to book a flight from California to Columbus
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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Columbus Airport
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Columbus Airport?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from California to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 CA to CMH?
Find hourly flight availability from California to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Columbus Airport as you normally would.
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 Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport, 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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Columbus, such as Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
6.6
Comfort
8.2
Food
6.7
Boarding
8.3
Crew
8.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
6.6
Comfort
8.2
Food
6.7
Boarding
8.3
Crew
8.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
6.6
Comfort
8.2
Food
6.7
Boarding
8.3
Crew
8.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
6.6
Comfort
8.2
Food
6.7
Boarding
8.3
Crew
8.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
6.6
Comfort
8.2
Food
6.7
Boarding
8.3
Crew
8.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
6.6
Comfort
8.2
Food
6.7
Boarding
8.3
Crew
8.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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Top 8 airlines flying from California to Columbus
Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Columbus. 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 June 12, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$103 | Average$219 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$121 | Average$284 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$144 | Average$288 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$201 | Average$424 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$208 | Average$385 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$254 | Average$481 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$259 | Average$452 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$369 | Average$475 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |