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$81+ Cheap flights from St. Louis (STL) 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 11/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — CMH
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$169
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$81
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$276

Good round-trip deal

$259 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
From Lambert-St Louis to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from St. Louis to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/78:00 amSTL - CMH
1 stop6h 23mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/77:38 pmCMH - STL
1 stop3h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:55 pmSTL - CMH
1 stop22h 44mFrontier
Sun 9/288:34 pmCMH - STL
1 stop13h 32mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$178
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/76:45 pmSTL - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Tue 10/148:55 amCMH - STL
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$186
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/78:15 amSTL - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Tue 10/77:25 pmCMH - STL
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$191
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/114:33 pmSTL - CMH
1 stop21h 52mFrontier
Mon 10/137:04 pmCMH - STL
1 stop15h 03mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/910:57 amSTL - CMH
1 stop24h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/127:08 pmCMH - STL
1 stop14h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/242:15 pmSTL - CMH
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Mon 10/276:30 pmCMH - STL
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Deal found 9/10$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/96:40 amSTL - CMH
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Sun 10/127:59 pmCMH - STL
1 stop4h 42mDelta
Deal found 9/10$225

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

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St. Louis

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Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/7

7:16 am-1:47 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Columbus

Tue 10/14

6:00 am-9:37 am

1 stop4h 37m

$169

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/7

8:00 am-3:23 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Columbus

Tue 10/7

7:38 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop3h 57m

$169

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/7

12:25 pm-6:16 pm

1 stop4h 51m

Columbus

Tue 10/14

2:17 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$169

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 9/26

1:57 pm-10:36 am

1 stop19h 39m

Columbus

Sun 9/28

8:34 pm-9:06 am

1 stop13h 32m

$178

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 9/25

7:55 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop22h 44m

Columbus

Sun 9/28

8:34 pm-9:06 am

1 stop13h 32m

$178

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/7

6:45 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Tue 10/14

7:25 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$186

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/7

8:15 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Tue 10/7

7:25 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$191

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 10/8

8:15 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Wed 10/8

7:25 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$191

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 10/11

4:33 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 52m

Columbus

Mon 10/13

7:04 pm-9:07 am

1 stop15h 03m

$195

St. LouisColumbus

STL - CMH

STLCMH

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/9

6:42 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop3h 52m

$85

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Best time to book a flight from St. Louis to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from St. Louis to Columbus Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to Columbus Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis 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 September 11, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from St. Louis to Columbus Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest and American Airlines from St. Louis to Columbus Airport to help guide your decision. 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
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Columbus?

    Lambert-St Louis (STL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from St. Louis to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from Lambert-St Louis; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the St. Louis airport to Columbus. It is only a 12.7 mi journey to Lambert-St Louis (STL) from St. Louis’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from St. Louis to Columbus Airport?

    Departing from St. Louis to Columbus Airport will take you 5h 31m. There are 409 mi between St. Louis and Columbus Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from St. Louis to Columbus Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from St. Louis to Columbus Airport is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $200 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Southwest, starting at $223. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from St. Louis to Columbus Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $85. Users have also found prices from $85 and $89 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from St. Louis to Columbus Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from St. Louis to Columbus Airport? While on average our users pay $278, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $127. The most popular route (Lambert-St Louis - Columbus), is priced around $169.

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to Columbus?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from St. Louis 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 2 airlines flying from St. Louis to Columbus

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from St. Louis 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$200Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$223Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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