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$133+ 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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
jul. 7 — jul. 141
lun. 7/7
lun. 7/14
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 Friday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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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 julio 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$257
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$133
(Expedia)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$323

Good round-trip deal

$365 or less

Good one-way deal

$278 or less
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This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/76:00 amLAX - CMH
Nonstop4h 29mSpirit Airlines
mar. 11/113:30 pmCMH - LAX
3 stops27h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
jue. 8/141:20 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
jue. 8/213:10 pmCMH - LAX
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
vie. 9/59:31 amLAX - CMH
Nonstop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/95:18 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$260
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
vie. 8/159:22 amLAX - CMH
1 stop9h 54mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/173:08 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
lun. 8/1112:35 amLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 24mDelta
vie. 8/156:02 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Deal found 6/30$277
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
vie. 9/192:46 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop16h 35mFrontier
dom. 9/218:34 pmCMH - LAX
2 stops22h 19mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$290
This Sun Country Air 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/1811:55 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop17h 52mSun Country Air
lun. 7/217:59 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop17h 36mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/1$305

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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

jue. 8/14

1:20 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 55m

Columbus

jue. 8/21

3:10 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$258

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

mar. 7/15

10:24 pm-7:32 pm

2 stops18h 08m

Columbus

jue. 7/17

6:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$259

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

vie. 9/5

9:31 am-5:04 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

Columbus

mar. 9/9

5:18 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$260

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

vie. 8/15

9:22 am-10:16 pm

1 stop9h 54m

Columbus

dom. 8/17

3:08 pm-5:08 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$262

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

lun. 8/11

12:35 am-9:59 am

1 stop6h 24m

Columbus

vie. 8/15

6:02 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$277

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

vie. 9/19

2:46 pm-10:21 am

1 stop16h 35m

Columbus

dom. 9/21

8:34 pm-3:53 pm

2 stops22h 19m

$290

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

vie. 7/18

11:55 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop17h 52m

Columbus

lun. 7/21

7:59 pm-10:35 am

1 stop17h 36m

$305

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

vie. 8/1

8:40 am-12:18 am

1 stop12h 38m

$133

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

mié. 8/13

6:15 pm-5:13 am

1 stop7h 58m

$138

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

vie. 8/1

10:25 pm-9:46 am

1 stop8h 21m

$139

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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 27, 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 julio 2, 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 50% 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 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon 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.

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 julio 2, 2025.
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
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
340 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 2 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 $257 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $258 and $260 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport for 26% 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 $133. Users have also found prices from $134 and $138 on American Airlines and Alaska 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: Alaska Airlines (88%), Malaysia Airlines (87%), American Airlines( 86%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport is $155. On average you can expect to pay $668. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Columbus), can usually be booked for $157.

  • 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 julio 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$103Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$132Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$232Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$254Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$370Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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