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$78+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
Mar 18 — Mar 251
Wed 3/18
Wed 3/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 16, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/156:15 am
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop9h 23m
Frontier
Sun 3/227:33 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop18h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 2/16$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Mon 3/1611:30 pm
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop20h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/2310:40 am
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop16h 16m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/14$262
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/3110:03 am
LAX
-
CMH
2 stops20h 38m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 4/710:40 am
CMH
-
LAX
2 stops25h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/13$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 3/46:33 pm
LAX
-
CMH
2 stops13h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/87:33 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop18h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$264
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/810:03 am
LAX
-
CMH
2 stops20h 38m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 4/1210:40 am
CMH
-
LAX
2 stops25h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/14$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Tue 4/711:59 pm
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop7h 43m
American Airlines
Wed 4/156:21 pm
CMH
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/16$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/910:45 am
LAX
-
CMH
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Sun 4/127:25 am
CMH
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/14$269
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/56:20 am
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop10h 03m
Frontier
Sun 3/87:33 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop18h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 2/16$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/79:14 pm
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop12h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/105:45 am
CMH
-
LAX
2 stops19h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$272
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Wed 4/1510:45 am
LAX
-
CMH
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Sun 4/195:35 am
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop7h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/12$273
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 3/3011:30 pm
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop20h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/1612:35 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop13h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/15$274

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 February 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$261
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$78
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$394

Good round-trip deal

$298 or less

Good one-way deal

$178 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Columbus flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($55 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 February 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 4/8

10:45 am-6:25 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

Columbus

Sun 4/12

7:25 am-9:30 am

Nonstop5h 05m

$263

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 4/17

10:45 am-6:25 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

Columbus

Tue 4/21

7:25 am-9:30 am

Nonstop5h 05m

$263

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Thu 4/9

10:45 am-6:25 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

Columbus

Sun 4/12

7:25 am-9:30 am

Nonstop5h 05m

$269

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Thu 4/9

12:55 am-10:57 am

1 stop7h 02m

Columbus

Tue 4/14

7:25 am-9:30 am

Nonstop5h 05m

$273

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 4/1

10:45 am-6:25 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

Columbus

Mon 4/13

3:34 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$273

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 3/31

9:50 am-5:16 pm

Nonstop4h 26m

Columbus

Tue 4/7

7:00 am-11:34 am

1 stop7h 34m

$278

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 4/24

11:59 pm-9:35 am

1 stop6h 36m

Columbus

Sat 4/25

10:36 am-3:29 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$279

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 8/11

11:00 am-6:31 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

Columbus

Sun 8/16

8:55 pm-1:30 am

1 stop7h 35m

$279

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 5/13

4:17 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop24h 06m

$78

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 4/15

4:17 pm-2:41 pm

2 stops19h 24m

$91

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Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Columbus in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Los Angeles-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles to Columbus

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Columbus. Price data was last updated on February 13, 2026.

Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport (average of $103). Flying from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $272). 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 LAX to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 February 16, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport as you normally would.

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 February 16, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Delta
7.9
Good
8,204 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,292 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,458 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Los Angeles to Columbus, you will be flying from Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Los Angeles is the only Los Angeles airport and it handles 3 outbound flights to Columbus per day. 8 airlines have flights to Columbus from Los Angeles on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport?

    Departing from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport will take you 4h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1990 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $91 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Delta, starting at $113 and $199 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport for 76% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $66. Users have also found prices from $72 and $128 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Columbus Airport from Los Angeles, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (82%), Alaska Airlines (82%), Qantas Airways( 82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport is $128. On average you can expect to pay $320. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Columbus), can usually be booked for $200.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Columbus?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport (average of $103). Flying from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $272). 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 8 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Columbus

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 February 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$91Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$113Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$220Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$227Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$362Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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