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$44+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CMH
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$137
(Priceline)

One-way from

$44
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$204

Good round-trip deal

$152 or less

Good one-way deal

$83 or less
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/1011:21 amRDU - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mBreeze Airways
dom. 7/139:20 amCMH - RDU
Nonstop1h 21mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/11$137
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/109:10 amRDU - CMH
1 stop10h 22mSpirit Airlines
dom. 7/138:37 pmCMH - RDU
1 stop11h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$200
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
jue. 7/3111:21 amRDU - CMH
Nonstop1h 24mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/38:37 pmCMH - RDU
1 stop11h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$222
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
sáb. 8/305:45 amRDU - CMH
1 stop4h 11mDelta
mar. 9/27:45 amCMH - RDU
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Deal found 6/10$231
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/125:30 amRDU - CMH
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 7/123:01 pmCMH - RDU
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$235
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/96:05 amRDU - CMH
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
mié. 7/164:55 pmCMH - RDU
2 stops6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/9$280
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/269:23 amRDU - CMH
1 stop7h 27mUnited Airlines
lun. 6/306:00 amCMH - RDU
1 stop3h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$297
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/275:23 pmRDU - CMH
2 stops18h 19mFrontier
dom. 8/33:08 pmCMH - RDU
1 stop9h 10mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$364

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Raleigh

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RaleighColumbus

RDU - CMH

RDUCMH

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 7/10

11:21 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Columbus

dom. 7/13

9:20 am-10:41 am

Nonstop1h 21m

$137

RaleighColumbus

RDU - CMH

RDUCMH

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 7/10

9:10 am-7:32 pm

1 stop10h 22m

Columbus

dom. 7/13

8:37 pm-8:15 am

1 stop11h 38m

$200

RaleighColumbus

RDU - CMH

RDUCMH

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 7/31

11:21 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Columbus

dom. 8/3

8:37 pm-8:15 am

1 stop11h 38m

$222

RaleighColumbus

RDU - CMH

RDUCMH

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 8/30

5:45 am-9:56 am

1 stop4h 11m

Columbus

mar. 9/2

7:45 am-2:01 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$231

RaleighColumbus

RDU - CMH

RDUCMH

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 7/12

5:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop6h 15m

Columbus

sáb. 7/12

3:01 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$235

RaleighColumbus

RDU - CMH

RDUCMH

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 7/9

6:05 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 30m

Columbus

mié. 7/16

4:55 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops6h 05m

$280

RaleighColumbus

RDU - CMH

RDUCMH

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 6/26

9:23 am-4:50 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Columbus

lun. 6/30

6:00 am-9:28 am

1 stop3h 28m

$297

RaleighColumbus

RDU - CMH

RDUCMH

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 7/27

5:23 pm-11:42 am

2 stops18h 19m

Columbus

dom. 8/3

3:08 pm-12:18 am

1 stop9h 10m

$364

RaleighColumbus

RDU - CMH

RDUCMH

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 9/4

11:10 am-12:37 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$44

RaleighColumbus

RDU - CMH

RDUCMH

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 6/30

9:20 am-7:48 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$79

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Columbus

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Columbus. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Columbus Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 junio 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Raleigh to Columbus Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 53% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Columbus. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 junio 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest and Delta from Raleigh to Columbus have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

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
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

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
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

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
7,950 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

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
8,790 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

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
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Columbus?

    For a flight from Raleigh to Columbus, you will be flying from Raleigh-Durham. Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is just 11.1 mi from the center of the city. Raleigh-Durham is the only Raleigh airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. 5 airlines have flights to Columbus from Raleigh-Durham on a regular basis.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Raleigh to Columbus Airport is Breeze Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $137 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $200 and $231 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Raleigh to Columbus Airport for 48% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to Columbus Airport one-way?

    $44 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Breeze Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $79 and $111, respectively.

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

    While on average a flight from Raleigh to Columbus Airport is generally $137, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $63. When looking at the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Columbus), you can expect to pay $92 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$98Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$159Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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