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$81+ Cheap flights from Pensacola (PNS) 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 7/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PNS — CMH
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Pensacola to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pensacola (PNS) 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 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$182
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$81
(Priceline)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$279
From Pensacola to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Pensacola to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pensacola to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/291:53 pmPNS - CMH
1 stop9h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/55:05 amCMH - PNS
1 stop8h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$182
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sun 10/2611:10 amPNS - CMH
1 stop11h 20mSouthwest
Thu 10/3010:50 amCMH - PNS
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/47:00 amPNS - CMH
2 stops10h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/76:30 amCMH - PNS
1 stop8h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$322
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/36:00 amPNS - CMH
1 stop9h 59mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/105:25 pmCMH - PNS
1 stop23h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$407

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Pensacola

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Price

PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Tue 7/29

1:53 pm-12:18 am

1 stop9h 25m

Columbus

Tue 8/5

5:05 am-12:48 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$182

PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Sun 10/26

11:10 am-11:30 pm

1 stop11h 20m

Columbus

Thu 10/30

10:50 am-5:30 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$309

PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Thu 9/4

7:00 am-6:56 pm

2 stops10h 56m

Columbus

Sun 9/7

6:30 am-1:59 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$322

PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Fri 7/18

11:05 am-12:27 pm

3 stops24h 22m

Columbus

Tue 7/22

5:05 am-12:48 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$506

PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Wed 7/23

1:53 pm-12:18 am

1 stop9h 25m

$81

PensacolaColumbus

PNS - CMH

PNSCMH

Pensacola

Wed 7/9

11:05 am-11:02 pm

2 stops10h 57m

$281

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Deals found on 7/3

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Pensacola 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 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Pensacola to Columbus Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Pensacola to Columbus Airport have to say. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,086 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 4.0 mi from the city center, Pensacola is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbus from Pensacola. Booking flights from Pensacola (PNS) to Columbus should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Columbus from 4 different airlines.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $182, was found to be the cheapest airline from Pensacola to Columbus Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and United Airlines. Spirit Airlines is 46% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Pensacola 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$148Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$271Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$279Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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