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$75+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — CMH
Dec 7 — Dec 141
Sun 12/7
Sun 12/14
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/42:50 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop21h 01mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/1512:36 pmCMH - DTW
1 stop19h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/42:28 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop7h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/512:56 pmCMH - DTW
1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/55:50 amDTW - CMH
1 stop6h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1212:56 pmCMH - DTW
1 stop19h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/42:28 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop7h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/76:00 amCMH - DTW
1 stop25h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$184
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/58:35 amDTW - CMH
Nonstop1h 14mDelta
Fri 12/128:05 amCMH - DTW
Nonstop1h 09mDelta
Deal found 11/5$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/55:50 amDTW - CMH
1 stop6h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/76:00 amCMH - DTW
1 stop25h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$203
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/186:07 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/2111:22 amCMH - DTW
1 stop20h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/199:00 pmDTW - CMH
2 stops26h 51mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/248:06 pmCMH - DTW
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$212

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 November 7, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$161
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$75
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$329

Good round-trip deal

$199 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
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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 November 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/4

2:28 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Columbus

Fri 12/5

12:56 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$162

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/4

5:50 am-5:40 pm

2 stops11h 50m

Columbus

Mon 12/15

12:36 pm-8:07 am

1 stop19h 31m

$181

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/4

2:28 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Columbus

Sun 12/7

6:00 am-7:44 am

1 stop25h 44m

$184

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/5

8:35 am-9:49 am

Nonstop1h 14m

Columbus

Sun 12/7

8:05 am-9:14 am

Nonstop1h 09m

$199

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/4

12:20 pm-1:26 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

Columbus

Sun 12/7

8:05 am-9:14 am

Nonstop1h 09m

$199

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/20

4:06 pm-5:11 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Columbus

Sun 12/21

6:30 am-7:39 am

Nonstop1h 09m

$199

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/5

8:35 am-9:49 am

Nonstop1h 14m

Columbus

Fri 12/12

8:05 am-9:14 am

Nonstop1h 09m

$199

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/18

6:07 pm-8:47 am

1 stop14h 40m

Columbus

Fri 11/21

11:22 am-8:06 am

1 stop20h 44m

$206

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/19

9:00 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Columbus

Mon 11/24

8:06 pm-10:41 am

1 stop14h 35m

$212

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/19

9:00 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Columbus

Sun 11/23

4:32 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$224

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 11/5

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit to Columbus

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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Columbus Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW 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 November 7, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 November 7, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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?

    Located just 17.3 mi from the city center, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbus from Detroit. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Columbus should be relatively easy as there are 8 daily outbound flights to Columbus from 1 airline.

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

    Departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus Airport will take you 1h 14m. Airlines will cover a distance of 155 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus Airport round-trip from $199. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus Airport for 44% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus Airport consider choosing Virgin Atlantic (95%), Aeromexico (94%) or Endeavor Airlines (94%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $178. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Columbus) can be booked for $161 on average, our data indicates $448 when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Columbus Airport.

  • 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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Top airline flying from Detroit to Columbus

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Detroit 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 November 7, 2025.
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DeltaCheapest$199Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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