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$141+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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.
HOU — CMH
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Columbus are usually found in November or May, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$339
(Southwest)

One-way from

$141
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$403

Good round-trip deal

$303 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/129:34 amHOU - CMH
1 stop6h 38mSun Country Air
Thu 10/2312:49 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop24h 27mSun Country Air
Deal found 9/16$315
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/147:20 pmHOU - CMH
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Tue 10/211:05 pmCMH - HOU
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 11/141:30 pmHOU - CMH
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Mon 11/171:00 pmCMH - HOU
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/96:00 amHOU - CMH
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Tue 10/144:28 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop7h 32mDelta
Deal found 9/15$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 11/141:30 pmHOU - CMH
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Wed 11/1911:50 amCMH - HOU
2 stops5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$360
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/91:55 pmHOU - CMH
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Tue 10/141:05 pmCMH - HOU
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 10/176:11 pmHOU - CMH
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/215:38 amCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$369
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1511:10 amHOU - CMH
2 stops5h 10mSouthwest
Mon 10/206:20 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$393

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Hobby

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Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/11

6:35 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Columbus

Sat 2/14

7:25 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$349

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Wed 11/5

7:00 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Columbus

Thu 11/6

9:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop4h 30m

$349

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Fri 11/14

1:30 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Columbus

Wed 11/19

1:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$349

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Sat 10/25

7:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Columbus

Mon 10/27

9:35 am-11:20 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$349

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Sat 11/1

7:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Columbus

Tue 11/4

1:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$349

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/15

7:20 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Columbus

Sat 10/18

4:05 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$349

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Fri 11/14

1:30 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Columbus

Mon 11/17

1:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$349

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/11

7:00 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Columbus

Sat 11/15

11:30 am-7:30 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$354

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/9

6:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Columbus

Tue 10/14

6:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$359

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-11:13 am

1 stop4h 13m

Columbus

Tue 10/21

6:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$359

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Columbus

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Columbus. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston Hobby Airport 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 16, 2025.

When flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 6% versus 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 September 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,019 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,174 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 Hobby to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport?

    Southwest can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport in just under 2h 25m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 1000 mi between Houston Hobby Airport and Columbus Airport. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $100, Frontier will fly you from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $147 and $151, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 74% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport is $146. On average you can expect to pay $237. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Columbus), can usually be booked for $165.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport?

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$100Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$147Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$151Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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