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$219+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — CMH
Dec 17 — Dec 241
Wed 12/17
Wed 12/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Columbus are usually found in August or May, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 November 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$294
(Delta)

One-way from

$219
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$501
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 17, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Tue 12/97:00 amSMF - CMH
1 stop7h 47mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/78:00 amCMH - SMF
1 stop9h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/15$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 12/91:30 pmSMF - CMH
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Sat 1/107:30 amCMH - SMF
1 stop7h 31mDelta
Deal found 11/15$307
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Tue 12/96:10 amSMF - CMH
2 stops9h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/164:40 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/15$312
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Thu 12/112:05 pmSMF - CMH
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Wed 1/710:28 amCMH - SMF
2 stops10h 02mDelta
Deal found 11/15$315
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 12/95:15 pmSMF - CMH
2 stops12h 45mDelta
Tue 1/66:25 amCMH - SMF
2 stops10h 43mDelta
Deal found 11/15$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Mon 12/82:05 pmSMF - CMH
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Wed 1/712:54 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop10h 22mDelta
Deal found 11/15$322
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Tue 12/97:00 amSMF - CMH
1 stop7h 47mAlaska Airlines
Fri 1/98:00 amCMH - SMF
1 stop13h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/15$324
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Sun 12/147:00 amSMF - CMH
1 stop7h 47mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/78:00 amCMH - SMF
1 stop9h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/15$333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Fri 12/1212:23 pmSMF - CMH
1 stop8h 51mDelta
Tue 1/66:00 amCMH - SMF
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 11/15$334

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 November 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/18

6:30 am-10:56 pm

2 stops13h 26m

Columbus

Wed 2/25

11:00 am-5:30 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$294

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/18

10:33 pm-11:03 am

1 stop9h 30m

Columbus

Wed 2/25

5:30 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$307

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/10

1:30 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Columbus

Tue 1/6

6:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 20m

$307

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/13

5:10 pm-9:00 am

2 stops12h 50m

Columbus

Wed 1/7

6:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 20m

$312

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/24

11:15 am-12:03 am

2 stops9h 48m

Columbus

Wed 2/25

6:00 am-2:08 pm

2 stops11h 08m

$317

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/8

1:30 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Columbus

Tue 1/6

6:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 20m

$322

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/11

1:30 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Columbus

Wed 1/7

12:54 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop10h 22m

$322

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/14

10:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop7h 30m

Columbus

Tue 1/6

6:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 20m

$334

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/10

11:10 am-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 34m

Columbus

Fri 2/13

5:48 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$339

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/12

11:10 am-12:14 am

2 stops10h 04m

Columbus

Tue 1/6

6:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 20m

$339

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Columbus in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Columbus. Price data was last updated on November 14, 2025.

Booking 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Columbus Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Columbus Airport (average of $141). Flying from Sacramento to Columbus Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $298). 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 SMF to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 November 17, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% on flights from Sacramento to Columbus Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

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 November 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Columbus Airport, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,014 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,048 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,145 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight from Sacramento to Columbus. On average, Sacramento Intl has 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day from 5 airlines. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Columbus Airport?

    Departing from Sacramento to Columbus Airport will take you 9h 30m. The distance from Sacramento to Columbus Airport is about 2052 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $125, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Sacramento 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 American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $286 and $296, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 70% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Columbus Airport (average of $141). Flying from Sacramento to Columbus Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $298). 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 Sacramento to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 November 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$125Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$300Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$351Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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