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$36+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) 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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CMH
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Columbus are usually found in August or September, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Newark to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$119
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$36
(Booking.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$288

Good round-trip deal

$235 or less

Good one-way deal

$195 or less
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 10/36:05 pmEWR - CMH
Nonstop1h 48mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/42:37 pmCMH - EWR
1 stop8h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/27$119
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 8/2311:00 amEWR - CMH
1 stop5h 08mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/2511:33 amCMH - EWR
Nonstop1h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$130
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/278:36 amEWR - CMH
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/36:08 amCMH - EWR
Nonstop1h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$160

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

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EWR - CMH

EWRCMH

Newark

Mon 8/25

9:00 am-10:38 am

Nonstop1h 38m

Columbus

Wed 9/10

8:34 am-4:40 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$119

NewarkColumbus

EWR - CMH

EWRCMH

Newark

Fri 8/15

5:59 am-11:42 am

1 stop5h 43m

Columbus

Mon 8/18

11:33 am-1:19 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$140

NewarkColumbus

EWR - CMH

EWRCMH

Newark

Wed 8/27

8:36 am-10:31 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Columbus

Wed 9/3

6:08 am-7:59 am

Nonstop1h 51m

$160

NewarkColumbus

EWR - CMH

EWRCMH

Newark

Mon 8/18

9:00 am-10:38 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$36

NewarkColumbus

EWR - CMH

EWRCMH

Newark

Sat 8/23

11:00 am-4:08 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$88

NewarkColumbus

EWR - CMH

EWRCMH

Newark

Sat 9/27

8:00 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$106

NewarkColumbus

EWR - CMH

EWRCMH

Newark

Sun 8/31

7:10 am-12:02 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$109

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Deals found on 7/28

Best time to book a flight from Newark to Columbus

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Columbus. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Newark Airport 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 Newark Airport to Columbus Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Newark Airport 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 EWR to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 July 29, 2025.

When flying from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Newark to Columbus. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons 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 July 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Newark Airport 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,893 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,040 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,238 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($119), and United Airlines ($160) offers the cheapest pricing from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport. Spirit Airlines is priced at 58% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newark Airport 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 $36. Users have also found prices from $88 and $106 on Frontier and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport consider choosing Spirit Airlines (65%), Republic Airways (65%) or United Airlines (63%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $87. While the most popular route (Newark - Columbus) can be booked for $73 on average our data indicates $260 when flying from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Newark Airport 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 4 airlines flying from Newark to Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$165Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$185Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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