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$159+ Cheap flights from Fresno (FAT) 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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAT — CMH
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Fresno to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Fresno to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fresno to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/2912:57 pmFAT - CMH
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/47:44 pmCMH - FAT
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$492
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/295:20 amFAT - CMH
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Sun 1/43:00 pmCMH - FAT
2 stops11h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$534
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sat 12/273:35 pmFAT - CMH
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Sat 1/35:00 amCMH - FAT
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$553
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/265:15 amFAT - CMH
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/304:15 pmCMH - FAT
1 stop9h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$567
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Fri 12/195:20 amFAT - CMH
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Mon 1/57:35 pmCMH - FAT
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$668
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/298:35 amFAT - CMH
3 stops29h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/411:14 amCMH - FAT
3 stops23h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$702
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/1912:58 pmFAT - CMH
2 stops10h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/55:00 amCMH - FAT
2 stops10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$741
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/2612:57 pmFAT - CMH
2 stops8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/305:00 amCMH - FAT
2 stops10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$770

Find flight deals from Fresno to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fresno (FAT) 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$383
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(Delta)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$565
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($120 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fresno to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Fresno

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Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

FresnoColumbus

FAT - CMH

FATCMH

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 2/14

5:16 am-2:28 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Columbus

Tue 2/17

3:30 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$383

FresnoColumbus

FAT - CMH

FATCMH

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 3/5

8:06 am-5:55 pm

1 stop30h 49m

Columbus

Sun 3/8

6:51 pm-2:39 pm

1 stop22h 48m

$472

FresnoColumbus

FAT - CMH

FATCMH

Fresno Airterminal

Mon 12/29

12:57 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Columbus

Sun 1/4

7:44 pm-12:13 am

1 stop7h 29m

$492

FresnoColumbus

FAT - CMH

FATCMH

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 1/13

12:25 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$159

FresnoColumbus

FAT - CMH

FATCMH

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 1/13

5:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$159

FresnoColumbus

FAT - CMH

FATCMH

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 2/10

12:25 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$159

FresnoColumbus

FAT - CMH

FATCMH

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 12/17

2:29 pm-8:18 pm

3 stops26h 49m

$319

FresnoColumbus

FAT - CMH

FATCMH

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 12/28

11:53 pm-10:03 am

1 stop7h 10m

$329

FresnoColumbus

FAT - CMH

FATCMH

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 12/28

12:31 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$365

FresnoColumbus

FAT - CMH

FATCMH

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 1/13

4:34 pm-10:58 am

3 stops39h 24m

$372

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Deals found on 12/10

Compare providers for flights from Fresno 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 Fresno to Columbus in December.
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 Fresno-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Fresno-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Fresno-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Fresno-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 Fresno-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 Fresno to Columbus

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Cheapflights Insights

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Fresno to Columbus Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to Columbus Airport (average of $240). Flying from Fresno to Columbus Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $375). 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 FAT to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Fresno 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 December 12, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from Fresno to Columbus Airport by exploring options for tickets 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 December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Fresno 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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Fresno 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 Fresno to Columbus?

    Fresno Airterminal (FAT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Fresno to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from Airterminal; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Fresno airport to Columbus. It is only a 4.8 mi journey to Airterminal (FAT) from Fresno’s city center.

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

    A quick flight from Fresno to Columbus Airport can take about 6h 12m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $383. Fresno and Columbus Airport are separated by a distance of 1991 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Fresno to Columbus Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Fresno to Columbus Airport round-trip from $296. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $296, and United Airlines, from $296. Users have found that Southwest is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fresno 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 Fresno to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to Columbus Airport (average of $240). Flying from Fresno to Columbus Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $375). 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 3 airlines flying from Fresno to Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Fresno 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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