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$178+ 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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CMH
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Columbus are usually found in October or May, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Columbus

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 December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:13 amHOU - CMH
1 stop10h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/47:44 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$508
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:00 amHOU - CMH
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Sat 1/36:00 amCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/16$549
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/255:40 amHOU - CMH
1 stop11h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/307:44 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$737
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:00 amHOU - CMH
1 stop5h 13mDelta
Wed 12/314:00 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 24mDelta
Deal found 12/16$778
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/247:00 pmHOU - CMH
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Mon 12/2912:40 pmCMH - HOU
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$857
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:40 amHOU - CMH
1 stop11h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/287:44 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$871
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/247:00 pmHOU - CMH
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Sat 12/2710:50 amCMH - HOU
2 stops6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/18$872
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2312:09 pmHOU - CMH
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/273:36 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$877
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/242:35 pmHOU - CMH
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Sun 12/282:55 pmCMH - HOU
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$882
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/276:05 amHOU - CMH
2 stops6h 40mSouthwest
Tue 12/306:30 amCMH - HOU
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$887
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:00 amHOU - CMH
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Wed 12/314:00 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 24mDelta
Deal found 12/16$918

Find flight deals from Hobby to Columbus

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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$367
(Southwest)

One-way from

$178
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$463

Good one-way deal

$188 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 December 18, 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

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/10

6:35 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Columbus

Tue 2/17

12:50 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$367

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/23

1:30 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Columbus

Wed 2/25

9:55 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$390

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Fri 2/13

3:35 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Columbus

Tue 2/17

12:50 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$397

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/25

1:30 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Columbus

Tue 1/27

9:55 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$397

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/14

5:04 pm-12:01 am

1 stop5h 57m

Columbus

Tue 1/20

11:02 am-4:10 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$400

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/25

1:30 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Columbus

Wed 1/28

8:50 am-2:20 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$407

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/11

10:25 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$184

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/17

10:25 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$184

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/18

10:25 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$184

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/14

11:10 am-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$184

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Compare providers for flights from Hobby 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 Hobby to Columbus in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Houston Hobby Airport-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-Columbus Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Houston Hobby Airport-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 Hobby to Columbus

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from Hobby with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 December 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport (average of $103). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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 December 18, 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 at noon, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport?

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 December 18, 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
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,093 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,190 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,081 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 $94, 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 United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $117 and $279, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 76% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport are Frontier ($63), Spirit Airlines ($90), and Southwest ($146).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport is $188. On average you can expect to pay $295. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Columbus), can usually be booked for $138.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport (average of $103). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$100Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$287Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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