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$80+ 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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
Mar 6 — Mar 131
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Cheap flight deals from California to Columbus

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 February 4, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/39:54 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop9h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/1111:39 am
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop15h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$165
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/265:30 am
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop10h 53m
Frontier
Mon 3/28:13 pm
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop6h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$168
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/266:25 am
SAN
-
CMH
1 stop9h 58m
Frontier
Mon 3/28:13 pm
CMH
-
SAN
1 stop6h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$168
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/119:59 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop8h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/1810:40 am
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop16h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$177
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/196:25 am
SAN
-
CMH
1 stop9h 58m
Frontier
Mon 2/238:13 pm
CMH
-
SAN
1 stop6h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$179
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/196:05 am
ONT
-
CMH
1 stop10h 18m
Frontier
Mon 2/238:13 pm
CMH
-
ONT
1 stop6h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$179
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/279:54 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop9h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 3/111:39 am
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop15h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/56:25 am
SAN
-
CMH
1 stop9h 58m
Frontier
Sun 3/87:33 pm
CMH
-
SAN
1 stop7h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31$185
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 2/183:16 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop25h 07m
Frontier
Mon 2/2311:19 am
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop14h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$190
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 4/811:59 pm
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop7h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/1110:40 am
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop16h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$193
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Fri 3/611:30 pm
SFO
-
CMH
1 stop7h 01m
American Airlines
Mon 3/95:43 pm
CMH
-
SFO
1 stop8h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/3$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 4/228:00 am
LAS
-
CMH
1 stop8h 04m
American Airlines
Wed 4/291:45 pm
CMH
-
LAS
1 stop9h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/3$197

Find flight deals from California to Columbus

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Columbus flight deals. Data was last updated February 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$165
(Expedia)

One-way from

$80
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$400

Good round-trip deal

$304 or less

Good one-way deal

$218 or less
From California to Columbus
One-way flight from California to Columbus
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($59 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Columbus.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Columbus.

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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 February 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 2/26

5:30 am-7:23 pm

1 stop10h 53m

Columbus

Mon 3/2

8:13 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$168

OntarioColumbus

ONT - CMH

ONTCMH

Ontario

Thu 2/19

6:05 am-7:23 pm

1 stop10h 18m

Columbus

Mon 2/23

8:13 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$179

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 3/5

6:25 am-7:23 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Columbus

Sun 3/8

2:51 pm-8:05 am

2 stops20h 14m

$186

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 3/2

9:54 pm-10:44 am

1 stop9h 50m

Columbus

Wed 3/11

5:45 am-11:43 pm

2 stops20h 58m

$211

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/16

11:59 pm-2:41 pm

1 stop11h 42m

Columbus

Mon 5/18

10:38 am-10:36 pm

1 stop14h 58m

$211

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 4/15

11:59 pm-2:41 pm

1 stop11h 42m

Columbus

Sun 4/19

10:38 am-10:36 pm

1 stop14h 58m

$225

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 3/6

6:55 am-11:53 pm

2 stops13h 58m

Columbus

Sun 3/8

7:33 pm-12:08 am

1 stop7h 35m

$235

OntarioColumbus

ONT - CMH

ONTCMH

Ontario

Thu 2/19

6:05 am-7:23 pm

1 stop10h 18m

Columbus

Sun 2/22

8:09 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$235

OntarioColumbus

ONT - CMH

ONTCMH

Ontario

Tue 3/3

6:10 am-7:59 pm

2 stops10h 49m

Columbus

Sat 3/7

6:00 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$242

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 3/6

9:54 pm-10:44 am

1 stop9h 50m

Columbus

Wed 3/11

11:45 am-10:49 pm

1 stop14h 04m

$256

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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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $230). 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 February 4, 2026.

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 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 Frontier, United Airlines, and Delta fly from California to Columbus Airport in about 8h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 43m. There are 2114 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 $66. Frontier flights start at $72 while deals on Breeze Airways start at $94 one-way.

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

  • 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 (82%), Alaska Airlines (82%), Qantas Airways (82%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $320 for a flight from California to Columbus Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $168 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Columbus) is currently priced at $175.

  • 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $230). 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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Alternative routes for California to Columbus

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Top 9 airlines flying from California to Columbus

Discover the top 9 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 February 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$91Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$113Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$119Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$138Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$204Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$220Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$227Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$230Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$362Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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