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$69+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) 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 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — CMH
Apr 30 — May 71
Thu 4/30
Thu 5/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 6/175:40 pm
DTW
-
CMH
1 stop23h 32m
Frontier
Sun 6/216:07 pm
CMH
-
DTW
1 stop22h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/236:50 am
DTW
-
CMH
1 stop8h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/246:35 pm
CMH
-
DTW
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Sun 4/265:09 pm
DTW
-
CMH
1 stop18h 06m
Frontier
Sun 5/33:21 pm
CMH
-
DTW
2 stops17h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/288:30 pm
DTW
-
CMH
2 stops37h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/56:05 pm
CMH
-
DTW
1 stop6h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 4/255:09 pm
DTW
-
CMH
1 stop21h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/23:44 pm
CMH
-
DTW
2 stops19h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 4/248:49 pm
DTW
-
CMH
2 stops16h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/267:00 pm
CMH
-
DTW
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1112:10 pm
DTW
-
CMH
1 stop8h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/1410:40 am
CMH
-
DTW
2 stops25h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 6/176:10 am
DTW
-
CMH
2 stops11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/216:07 pm
CMH
-
DTW
1 stop22h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$238
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/55:50 pm
DTW
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 02m
Delta
Mon 6/86:51 pm
CMH
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 13m
Delta
Deal found 3/31$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 4/278:43 pm
DTW
-
CMH
2 stops22h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/412:00 pm
CMH
-
DTW
1 stop24h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$240

Find flight deals from Detroit to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Columbus (CMH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 31, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$164
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$69
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$458
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($142 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 March 31, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/17

5:40 pm-5:12 pm

1 stop23h 32m

Columbus

Sun 6/21

6:07 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop22h 33m

$164

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/26

5:09 pm-11:15 am

1 stop18h 06m

Columbus

Sun 5/3

3:21 pm-9:10 am

2 stops17h 49m

$201

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/17

6:10 am-5:35 pm

2 stops11h 25m

Columbus

Sun 6/21

6:07 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop22h 33m

$238

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/5

5:50 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop1h 02m

Columbus

Mon 6/8

8:04 am-9:15 am

Nonstop1h 11m

$239

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/1

8:40 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 11m

Columbus

Sun 5/3

8:05 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 12m

$239

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/26

8:40 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 11m

Columbus

Sun 5/3

8:05 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 12m

$269

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/25

8:40 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 11m

Columbus

Sat 5/2

8:05 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 12m

$269

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/28

12:20 pm-1:27 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

Columbus

Tue 5/5

8:05 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 12m

$269

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/14

3:50 pm-4:59 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

Columbus

Tue 4/21

10:32 am-11:40 am

Nonstop1h 08m

$319
Quickest round-trip

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/10

12:27 pm-1:28 pm

Nonstop1h 01m

Columbus

Sun 4/12

10:31 am-11:38 am

Nonstop1h 07m

$339

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Deals found on 3/31

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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 from Detroit to Columbus in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Columbus Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit-Columbus Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Columbus Airport

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTT to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 March 31, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit to Columbus Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Columbus Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Columbus. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 31, 2026.

The most flights from DTT to CMH are scheduled on a Tuesday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to Columbus Airport?

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 March 31, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Columbus Airport, such as Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,368 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,368 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,368 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Columbus?

    For a flight from Detroit to Columbus, you will be flying from All airports. Detroit All airports (DTT) is just 0.6 mi from the center of the city. All airports is the only Detroit airport and it handles 15 outbound flights to Columbus per day. 1 airline has flights to Columbus from Detroit All airports on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Columbus Airport?

    Airlines like Frontier and Delta fly from Detroit to Columbus Airport in about 1h 02m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 22h 30m. The distance from Detroit to Columbus Airport is about 155 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit to Columbus Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($199), offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit to Columbus Airport. This flight start at 54% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit 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 Detroit to Columbus Airport on time: Republic Airways (72%), Endeavor Airlines (65%), Delta (64%).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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.

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DeltaCheapest$199Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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