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$138+ 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 7/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
Jun 18 — Jun 251
Wed 6/18
Wed 6/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Columbus are usually found in August or October, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 June 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$260
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$138
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$347

Good round-trip deal

$313 or less

Good one-way deal

$193 or less
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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 June 13, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/265:30 amLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 22mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/296:00 amCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 8/1211:15 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop12h 55mSouthwest
Tue 8/197:55 amCMH - LAX
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$263
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/53:10 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop11h 01mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 8/127:00 amCMH - LAX
1 stop10h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/1412:47 amLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Wed 7/306:50 amCMH - LAX
1 stop9h 08mDelta
Deal found 6/11$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3112:45 amLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/27:18 amCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$278
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/131:57 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/176:30 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$294
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/59:50 amLAX - CMH
1 stop16h 21mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/127:00 amCMH - LAX
2 stops10h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$330
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1012:56 amLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/136:00 amCMH - LAX
1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$347
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/267:45 pmLAX - CMH
2 stops12h 56mFrontier
Mon 6/3012:31 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop12h 03mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$376

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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 June 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Thu 6/26

5:30 am-3:52 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Columbus

Sun 6/29

6:00 am-10:29 am

1 stop7h 29m

$260

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 8/12

11:15 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Columbus

Tue 8/19

7:55 am-3:50 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$263

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 8/5

3:10 pm-5:11 am

1 stop11h 01m

Columbus

Tue 8/12

7:00 am-2:54 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$276

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Mon 7/14

12:47 am-10:05 am

1 stop6h 18m

Columbus

Wed 7/30

6:50 am-12:58 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$277

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 10/31

12:45 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 45m

Columbus

Sun 11/2

7:18 am-12:22 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$278

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 7/15

12:56 am-11:01 am

1 stop7h 05m

Columbus

Sat 7/19

5:52 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$306

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 8/5

9:50 am-5:11 am

1 stop16h 21m

Columbus

Tue 8/12

7:00 am-2:23 pm

2 stops10h 23m

$330

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Sun 8/17

3:31 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop4h 36m

Columbus

Wed 8/20

7:00 am-1:03 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$342

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Thu 6/26

7:45 pm-11:41 am

2 stops12h 56m

Columbus

Mon 6/30

12:31 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop12h 03m

$376

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Mon 7/7

9:05 am-6:53 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Columbus

Mon 7/14

8:05 pm-10:35 am

1 stop17h 30m

$385

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Columbus

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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 June 9, 2025.

Booking 49 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 June 13, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Columbus. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus Airport ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus Airport when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

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 June 13, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Columbus, such as Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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. 7 airlines have flights to Columbus from Los Angeles on a regular basis.

  • 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 $260 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and Delta, starting at $267 and $274 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport for 25% 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 Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $138. Users have also found prices from $139 and $141 on Delta and Spirit 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: Qantas Airways (96%), Malaysia Airlines (85%), Alaska Airlines( 66%).

  • 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 $669. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Columbus), can usually be booked for $178.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 7 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Columbus

Discover the top 7 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 June 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$103Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$135Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$254Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$265Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$369Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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