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$54+ 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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
nov. 27 — dic. 41
jue. 11/27
jue. 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Columbus

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Columbus flight deals. Data was last updated octubre 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$142
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$54
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$328

Good round-trip deal

$278 or less

Good one-way deal

$161 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Columbus
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 octubre 28, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/1312:05 pmONT - CMH
1 stop28h 03mFrontier
lun. 11/178:03 pmCMH - ONT
1 stop28h 24mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$142
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/1110:12 pmLAS - CMH
1 stop10h 39mFrontier
lun. 12/1512:36 pmCMH - LAS
1 stop12h 06mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$150
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
vie. 11/77:08 amLAS - CMH
1 stop9h 00mFrontier
lun. 11/108:03 pmCMH - LAS
1 stop6h 26mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/296:05 amLAS - CMH
1 stop9h 45mFrontier
vie. 1/25:35 pmCMH - LAS
1 stop31h 10mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$183
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/106:53 amONT - CMH
1 stop9h 15mFrontier
lun. 11/178:03 pmCMH - ONT
1 stop28h 24mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$185
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/127:21 amSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
dom. 11/165:30 amCMH - SAN
1 stop9h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$187
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/63:20 pmLAS - CMH
1 stop24h 48mFrontier
lun. 11/108:03 pmCMH - LAS
1 stop6h 26mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$188
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/1312:44 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop27h 24mFrontier
lun. 11/178:03 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 22mFrontier
Deal found 10/26$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/31:42 pmLAX - CMH
2 stops43h 09mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/812:36 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$201
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
jue. 11/206:44 amLAX - CMH
1 stop9h 52mFrontier
jue. 11/278:21 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop6h 48mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/1310:49 amLAX - CMH
2 stops33h 21mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/174:30 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop10h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/1110:49 amLAX - CMH
2 stops33h 21mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/178:03 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$212

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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 octubre 28, 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

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

mié. 11/12

11:41 am-10:55 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Columbus

sáb. 11/15

2:29 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$187

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 1/22

12:15 am-6:03 pm

2 stops14h 48m

Columbus

lun. 1/26

4:49 pm-6:16 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

$204

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sáb. 11/15

11:02 pm-10:19 am

1 stop8h 17m

Columbus

lun. 11/17

8:03 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$226

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sáb. 11/8

11:02 pm-10:19 am

1 stop8h 17m

Columbus

lun. 11/10

8:03 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$236

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

vie. 2/20

8:25 am-3:25 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Columbus

mar. 2/24

9:28 pm-7:25 am

1 stop12h 57m

$238

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

mié. 12/3

6:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Columbus

mié. 12/3

6:30 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$241

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 2/11

1:43 pm-5:23 pm

1 stop24h 40m

Columbus

dom. 2/15

6:25 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$273

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

vie. 12/12

10:15 pm-11:40 am

1 stop10h 25m

Columbus

lun. 12/15

6:43 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 31m

$277

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

vie. 12/12

9:37 am-6:56 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Columbus

lun. 12/15

5:00 am-9:54 am

1 stop7h 54m

$277

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

vie. 12/5

6:15 am-5:47 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Columbus

lun. 12/8

6:43 pm-10:13 am

1 stop18h 30m

$277

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Best time to book a flight from California to Columbus

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Columbus Airport (average of $101). Flying from California to Columbus Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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 octubre 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from California to Columbus Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Columbus. 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 California to Columbus Airport?

    Airlines like American Airlines, Frontier, and Spirit Airlines fly from California to Columbus Airport in about 4h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 17m. There are 1765 mi between California and Columbus Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $55. Frontier flights start at $95 while deals on American Airlines start at $117 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Columbus Airport?

    The most popular flight routes from California to Columbus Airport are Los Angeles - Columbus, San Francisco - Columbus and Ontario - Columbus.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Columbus Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from California to Columbus Airport on time: Spirit Airlines (87%), Qantas Airways (84%), Malaysia Airlines (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Columbus Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $607 for a flight from California to Columbus Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $69 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Columbus) is currently priced at $147.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Columbus 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 California to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Columbus Airport (average of $101). Flying from California to Columbus Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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 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 octubre 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$116Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$119Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$162Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$203Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$362Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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