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$64+ 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 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$122
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$64
(CheapOair)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$384

Good round-trip deal

$268 or less

Good one-way deal

$131 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 July 30, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/253:22 pmLAS - CMH
Nonstop3h 54mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/11:03 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$122
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1111:21 amBUR - CMH
1 stop8h 08mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/1512:53 pmCMH - BUR
1 stop12h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$145
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/256:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop13h 00mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/2912:53 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop12h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$145
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/86:15 amSAN - CMH
1 stop13h 14mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/1012:53 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop8h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$150
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/286:00 amOAK - CMH
1 stop13h 29mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/112:53 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop13h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$175
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/1611:52 amLAS - CMH
1 stop25h 38mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/181:03 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$201
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/48:15 amSJC - CMH
1 stop11h 14mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/912:53 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop14h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/27$215
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/227:58 pmLAX - CMH
3 stops21h 50mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/2412:34 pmCMH - LAX
Nonstop4h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$246
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/91:57 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop21h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/151:03 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$248
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/105:50 amLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Sun 12/147:35 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$252
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/145:27 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop15h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/181:03 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop13h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$258
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1312:05 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop25h 25mFrontier
Sun 8/175:25 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop19h 27mFrontier
Deal found 7/28$265

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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 July 30, 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

Mon 8/25

3:22 pm-10:16 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

Columbus

Mon 9/1

1:03 pm-2:17 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

$122

BurbankColumbus

BUR - CMH

BURCMH

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 9/11

11:21 am-10:29 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Columbus

Mon 9/15

12:53 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop12h 02m

$145

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/25

6:45 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Columbus

Mon 9/29

12:53 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop12h 12m

$145

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Mon 9/8

6:15 am-10:29 pm

1 stop13h 14m

Columbus

Wed 9/10

12:53 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$150

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Sun 9/28

6:00 am-10:29 pm

1 stop13h 29m

Columbus

Wed 10/1

12:53 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop13h 39m

$175

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 8/16

11:52 am-4:30 pm

1 stop25h 38m

Columbus

Mon 8/18

1:03 pm-2:17 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

$201

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Thu 9/4

8:15 am-10:29 pm

1 stop11h 14m

Columbus

Tue 9/9

12:53 pm-12:24 am

1 stop14h 31m

$215

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Sat 8/9

1:57 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop21h 13m

Columbus

Fri 8/15

1:03 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$248

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 12/10

5:50 am-3:00 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Columbus

Sun 12/14

7:35 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$252

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Thu 8/14

5:27 pm-12:23 pm

1 stop15h 56m

Columbus

Mon 8/18

1:03 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$258

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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, 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 July 30, 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.

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 July 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from California to Columbus Airport have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $64. Southwest flights start at $119 while deals on Frontier start at $127 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from California to Columbus Airport are San Francisco - Columbus, Los Angeles - 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: American Airlines (87%), Alaska Airlines (87%), Malaysia Airlines (84%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $639 for a flight from California to Columbus Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $60 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Columbus) is currently priced at $249.

  • 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, 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.

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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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$103Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$119Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$128Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$162Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$195Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$229Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$254Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$370Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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