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$76+ 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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — CMH
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Tue 8/4
Tue 8/11
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 July 5, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 8/66:10 am
DTW
-
CMH
1 stop10h 49m
Frontier
Sun 8/95:44 pm
CMH
-
DTW
1 stop6h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 7/5$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/306:10 am
DTW
-
CMH
1 stop10h 49m
Frontier
Thu 8/65:44 pm
CMH
-
DTW
1 stop6h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 7/2$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/35:35 pm
DTW
-
CMH
1 stop23h 24m
Frontier
Sun 8/95:44 pm
CMH
-
DTW
1 stop6h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 7/1$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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.
Sun 8/166:10 am
DTW
-
CMH
1 stop10h 49m
Frontier
Sun 8/236:10 pm
CMH
-
DTW
2 stops18h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 7/4$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/295:13 pm
DTW
-
CMH
1 stop23h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/59:54 am
CMH
-
DTW
2 stops27h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/35:35 pm
DTW
-
CMH
2 stops15h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/95:44 pm
CMH
-
DTW
1 stop22h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/82:56 pm
DTW
-
CMH
2 stops21h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/95:44 pm
CMH
-
DTW
1 stop6h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/610:20 am
DTW
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 08m
Delta
Sun 8/96:57 pm
CMH
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 17m
Delta
Deal found 7/3$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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.
Sun 8/26:10 am
DTW
-
CMH
1 stop10h 49m
Frontier
Sun 8/95:44 pm
CMH
-
DTW
1 stop6h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 7/4$272

Find 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 July 5, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$158
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$76
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$239

Good round-trip deal

$897 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 July 5, 2026.
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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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/3

5:35 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop23h 24m

Columbus

Sun 8/9

5:44 pm-12:40 am

1 stop6h 56m

$167

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/8

2:56 pm-12:43 pm

2 stops21h 47m

Columbus

Sun 8/9

5:44 pm-12:40 am

1 stop6h 56m

$250

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/31

4:58 pm-6:06 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Columbus

Sun 8/2

8:15 am-9:22 am

Nonstop1h 07m

$259

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/16

12:18 pm-1:25 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

Columbus

Sun 8/23

12:10 pm-1:21 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$259

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/6

10:20 am-11:28 am

Nonstop1h 08m

Columbus

Sun 8/9

6:57 pm-8:14 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$259
Quickest round-trip

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/3

5:06 pm-6:13 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

Columbus

Sun 8/9

8:05 am-9:12 am

Nonstop1h 07m

$259

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/2

7:54 pm-9:02 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Columbus

Sun 8/9

10:38 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 07m

$279

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/30

8:40 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 11m

Columbus

Thu 8/6

8:05 am-9:12 am

Nonstop1h 07m

$279

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/16

7:54 pm-9:02 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Columbus

Sun 7/19

6:40 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$339

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/17

10:50 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

Columbus

Tue 7/21

2:07 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

$339

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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 July.
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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 July 5, 2026.

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 July 5, 2026.
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
7.8
Good
8,451 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Laura,Aug 2023

DTW - BOS

Finally got on a flight to Boston and all went ok. We were the last to board and sat in the last seats on the plane. Not particularly treated well after waiting all day to travel.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,451 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,451 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Laura,Aug 2023

DTW - BOS

Finally got on a flight to Boston and all went ok. We were the last to board and sat in the last seats on the plane. Not particularly treated well after waiting all day to travel.

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 08m. Airlines will cover a distance of 155 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 62% 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 Korean Air (95%), Air France (93%) or KLM (92%) 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 $897. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Columbus) can be booked for $259 on average, our data indicates $966 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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