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$109+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME (PWM) 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 10/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — CMH
jul. 8 — jul. 151
mar. 7/8
mar. 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Columbus are usually found in August or June, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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

Round-trip from

$188
(Breeze Airways)

One-way from

$109
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$356

Good round-trip deal

$125 or less

Good one-way deal

$129 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 3, 2025.

This Breeze Airways 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/172:36 pmPWM - CMH
Nonstop2h 13mBreeze Airways
lun. 10/2011:49 amCMH - PWM
Nonstop2h 02mBreeze Airways
Deal found 7/2$188
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/146:00 amPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
jue. 8/144:06 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop4h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$227
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
mar. 8/56:59 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop5h 41mDelta
mar. 8/123:51 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Deal found 7/3$233
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.
jue. 8/285:50 amPWM - CMH
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
mar. 9/212:55 pmCMH - PWM
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$242
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
sáb. 8/26:58 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop19h 12mFrontier
sáb. 8/910:04 amCMH - PWM
1 stop8h 09mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$281
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/102:36 pmPWM - CMH
Nonstop2h 13mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/1211:34 amCMH - PWM
1 stop23h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$377
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/56:01 amPWM - CMH
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
mar. 8/127:00 amCMH - PWM
2 stops16h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$385

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to Columbus that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated julio 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Portland

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Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

vie. 10/17

2:36 pm-4:49 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

Columbus

lun. 10/20

11:49 am-1:51 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$188

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

jue. 8/14

6:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Columbus

jue. 8/14

4:06 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$227

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

mar. 8/5

6:59 pm-12:40 am

1 stop5h 41m

Columbus

mar. 8/12

3:51 pm-12:03 am

1 stop8h 12m

$233

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

jue. 8/28

5:50 am-10:55 am

1 stop5h 05m

Columbus

mar. 9/2

12:55 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$242

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

sáb. 8/2

6:58 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop19h 12m

Columbus

sáb. 8/9

10:04 am-6:13 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$281

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

vie. 10/10

2:36 pm-4:49 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

Columbus

dom. 10/12

11:34 am-11:05 am

1 stop23h 31m

$377

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

mar. 8/5

6:01 am-11:57 am

1 stop5h 56m

Columbus

mar. 8/12

7:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops16h 59m

$385

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

vie. 10/17

2:36 pm-4:49 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$109

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

mié. 7/23

6:01 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$117

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

mié. 8/27

5:50 am-3:10 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$122

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Columbus

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Columbus. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland, Maine 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 Portland, Maine to Columbus Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 3, 2025.

When flying from Portland, Maine to Columbus Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 57% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from Portland to Columbus Airport. 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
183 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
183 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
183 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
183 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
183 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,845 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
183 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
183 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Columbus from Portland, you will be flying from Portland, which is the city’s only airport. Portland (PWM) is located 2.9 mi from the center of Portland. There are 0 flights from Portland to Columbus per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Breeze Airways is currently your cheapest option to Columbus Airport, with prices starting at $188. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $227 and $233, respectively. Breeze Airways is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland, Maine to Columbus Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Breeze Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $109. Users have also found prices from $117 and $122 on American Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland, Maine to Columbus Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Portland, Maine to Columbus Airport is $91. On average you can expect to pay $158. The most popular route, (Portland - Columbus), can usually be booked for $188.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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 Portland, Maine to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Portland, Maine 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 5 airlines flying from Portland to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$124Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$232Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$271Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$289Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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