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$390+ Cheap flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Columbus (CMH)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — CMH
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) 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 April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$390
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$683
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 5/274:10 pmYOW - CMH
1 stop24h 44mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/2912:22 pmCMH - YOW
1 stop6h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$390
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 5/275:55 amYOW - CMH
2 stops10h 14mWestJet
Thu 5/296:00 amCMH - YOW
2 stops24h 45mWestJet
Deal found 4/29$638
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 5/65:55 amYOW - CMH
2 stops7h 28mDelta
Tue 5/132:20 pmCMH - YOW
2 stops10h 02mDelta
Deal found 4/29$804
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/89:20 amYOW - CMH
1 stop6h 03mAir Canada
Wed 6/1110:39 amCMH - YOW
1 stop4h 03mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$832

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

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Ottawa

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Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaColumbus

YOW - CMH

YOWCMH

Ottawa

Tue 5/27

4:10 pm-4:54 pm

1 stop24h 44m

Columbus

Thu 5/29

12:22 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$390

OttawaColumbus

YOW - CMH

YOWCMH

Ottawa

Tue 5/27

5:55 am-4:09 pm

2 stops10h 14m

Columbus

Thu 5/29

6:00 am-6:45 am

2 stops24h 45m

$638

OttawaColumbus

YOW - CMH

YOWCMH

Ottawa

Sun 6/8

9:20 am-3:23 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Columbus

Wed 6/11

10:39 am-2:42 pm

1 stop4h 03m

$832

OttawaColumbus

YOW - CMH

YOWCMH

Ottawa

Sun 6/8

5:55 am-9:27 pm

2 stops15h 32m

Columbus

Wed 6/11

11:44 am-12:22 am

2 stops12h 38m

$950

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Deals found on 4/29

Compare providers for flights from Ottawa 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 Ottawa to Columbus in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Ottawa-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Ottawa-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Ottawa-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Ottawa-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 Ottawa-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 Ottawa to Columbus

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa 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 April 30, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 55% on flights from Ottawa to Columbus Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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 April 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, WestJet and Air Canada from Ottawa to Columbus to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,826 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,244 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Columbus from Ottawa, you will be flying from Ottawa, which is the city’s only airport. Ottawa (YOW) is located 6.6 mi from the center of Ottawa. There are 0 flights from Ottawa to Columbus per day from 1 airline.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Ottawa to Columbus Airport is WestJet. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $638 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and Delta, starting at $832 and $950 round-trip. WestJet is currently priced 3% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Air CanadaCheapest$512Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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