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$151+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) 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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — CMH
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Oakland to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/263:45 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Tue 12/305:10 amCMH - OAK
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$538
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/246:10 amOAK - CMH
1 stop8h 38mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/56:44 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop22h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$720
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Wed 12/2412:10 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Sun 12/288:35 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$739
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/298:32 pmOAK - CMH
2 stops18h 16mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/56:44 pmCMH - OAK
2 stops28h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/11$754

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) 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 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(Southwest)

One-way from

$151
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$652
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($114 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Oakland

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Columbus

Route

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Return

Price

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Wed 3/4

11:10 am-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Columbus

Sat 3/7

2:30 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$309

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Sat 1/10

5:15 am-3:10 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Columbus

Sat 1/17

5:35 am-11:25 am

2 stops8h 50m

$335

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Sun 1/4

3:45 pm-1:00 am

1 stop6h 15m

Columbus

Sat 1/10

1:15 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$410

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Fri 1/30

8:03 pm-6:39 pm

2 stops19h 36m

Columbus

Sun 2/1

8:00 am-4:23 pm

1 stop11h 23m

$414

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Wed 3/4

5:31 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop21h 24m

Columbus

Fri 3/6

6:51 pm-10:03 am

1 stop18h 12m

$426

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Thu 1/1

5:40 am-3:00 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Columbus

Mon 1/5

6:15 am-2:00 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$439

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Tue 1/6

6:10 am-5:48 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$151

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Sat 5/2

1:15 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$155

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Fri 1/16

6:00 am-4:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$179

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Sat 2/14

6:15 am-9:47 pm

2 stops12h 32m

$210

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Oakland 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

*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 Oakland, California-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Oakland, California-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Oakland, California-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-Columbus Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Oakland, California-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 Oakland to Columbus

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Oakland, California to Columbus Airport?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Columbus Airport (average of $164). Flying from Oakland, California to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 OAK to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland 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 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Oakland, California to Columbus Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and Spirit Airlines from Oakland 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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,176 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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

    Oakland (OAK), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Oakland to Columbus. 3 airlines have flights from Oakland to Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Oakland to Columbus should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day.

  • How long is the flight from Oakland, California to Columbus Airport?

    Departing from Oakland, California to Columbus Airport will take you 7h 55m. There are 2104 mi between Oakland, California and Columbus Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to Columbus Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $100, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Oakland, California 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 Delta and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $276 and $296, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 78% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Oakland, California 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 $87. Users have also found prices from $148 and $154 on Delta and Southwest, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland 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 Oakland, California to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Columbus Airport (average of $164). Flying from Oakland, California to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 3 airlines flying from Oakland to Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Oakland 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$153Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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