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$80+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) 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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — CMH
Jan 14 — Jan 211
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sat 12/203:00 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/254:15 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop6h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sun 12/286:36 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/316:36 amCMH - MCI
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$385
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sun 12/285:45 amMCI - CMH
1 stop3h 30mSouthwest
Wed 12/315:40 amCMH - MCI
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/14$440
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Tue 12/307:40 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Fri 1/26:10 amCMH - MCI
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/13$442
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/186:29 amMCI - CMH
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Thu 1/86:25 amCMH - MCI
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 12/13$455
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Sat 12/203:19 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/275:40 amCMH - MCI
1 stop4h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$461
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Tue 12/306:35 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop4h 09mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/26:05 amCMH - MCI
2 stops9h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$489
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Thu 12/183:19 pmMCI - CMH
2 stops7h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/85:45 amCMH - MCI
1 stop5h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$495
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/286:15 pmMCI - CMH
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/316:28 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop29h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$505

Find flight deals from Kansas City to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$198
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$80
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$362
Provider with most accurate pricing for Kansas City-Columbus flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Kansas City-Columbus flights.
From Kansas City to Columbus
One-way flight from Kansas City to Columbus
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Fri 1/30

12:45 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops9h 42m

Columbus

Sun 2/1

12:03 pm-11:50 am

1 stop24h 47m

$232

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Thu 1/8

11:26 am-10:48 am

2 stops22h 22m

Columbus

Sun 1/11

11:48 am-10:09 am

1 stop23h 21m

$237

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Mon 1/26

11:26 am-11:19 pm

2 stops34h 53m

Columbus

Thu 1/29

6:06 am-4:09 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$256

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Fri 1/16

11:26 am-11:27 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Columbus

Mon 1/19

10:40 am-4:09 pm

2 stops30h 29m

$258

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Tue 1/27

5:04 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Columbus

Sat 1/31

5:45 am-9:53 am

2 stops29h 08m

$266

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Thu 1/29

11:26 am-11:27 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Columbus

Fri 1/30

6:06 am-4:09 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$283

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Fri 1/30

11:26 am-11:27 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Columbus

Sat 1/31

11:24 am-9:53 am

2 stops23h 29m

$283

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Mon 1/26

5:04 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Columbus

Fri 1/30

6:06 am-4:09 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$289

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Mon 1/19

5:47 pm-12:03 am

1 stop5h 16m

Columbus

Tue 1/20

6:04 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop3h 59m

$294

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Sat 1/17

3:00 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Columbus

Mon 1/19

7:00 am-10:32 am

1 stop4h 32m

$294

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Compare providers for flights from Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice 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 Kansas City-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Columbus Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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 Kansas City-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 Kansas City to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Columbus Airport

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Columbus Airport (average of $203). Flying from Kansas City to Columbus Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $354). 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 MCI to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 15, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 50% on flights from Kansas City to Columbus Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Kansas City 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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Kansas City to Columbus, you will be flying from Kansas City. Kansas City (MCI) is just 17.4 mi from the center of the city. Kansas City is the only Kansas City airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. 5 airlines have flights to Columbus from Kansas City on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Kansas City to Columbus Airport?

    For as low as $256, Spirit Airlines can have you in Columbus Airport from Kansas City in 34h 53m. The distance between Kansas City and Columbus Airport is about 630 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $203, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Kansas City to Columbus Airport and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $212 and $299, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 52% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kansas City to Columbus Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $113 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $113 and Southwest from $146 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Columbus?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Columbus Airport (average of $203). Flying from Kansas City to Columbus Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $354). 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 5 airlines flying from Kansas City to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$203Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$299Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$327Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$416Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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