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$122+ 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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CMH
Aug 10 — Aug 171
Mon 8/10
Mon 8/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Columbus are usually found in October or August, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 July 11, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Thu 8/132:40 pm
HOU
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Mon 8/176:25 pm
CMH
-
HOU
Nonstop2h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 7/9$243
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/2511:55 am
HOU
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Wed 9/98:20 am
CMH
-
HOU
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8$245
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 9/111:55 am
HOU
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Wed 9/26:35 am
CMH
-
HOU
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8$254
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 8/1811:55 am
HOU
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Sat 8/228:15 am
CMH
-
HOU
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/7$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Wed 8/1211:25 am
HOU
-
CMH
2 stops5h 30m
Southwest
Mon 8/176:25 pm
CMH
-
HOU
Nonstop2h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 7/9$259
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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.
Mon 9/212:40 pm
HOU
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Wed 9/238:20 am
CMH
-
HOU
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/10$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/136:00 am
HOU
-
CMH
1 stop4h 38m
Delta
Mon 8/178:10 am
CMH
-
HOU
1 stop5h 06m
Delta
Deal found 7/8$263

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 July 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$243
(Southwest)

One-way from

$122
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$417

Good round-trip deal

$335 or less

Good one-way deal

$234 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($108 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 July 11, 2026.
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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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/12

11:55 am-3:25 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Columbus

Mon 8/17

5:30 am-9:50 am

1 stop5h 20m

$253

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/13

10:40 am-6:25 pm

2 stops6h 45m

Columbus

Mon 8/17

1:05 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$294

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/4

2:35 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops5h 35m

Columbus

Tue 8/11

6:50 am-1:45 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$300

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/7

4:00 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Columbus

Mon 8/10

6:25 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$322
Quickest round-trip

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/1

5:50 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Columbus

Sun 10/4

10:35 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$348

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/1

6:00 am-2:02 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Columbus

Sun 10/4

6:00 am-10:01 am

1 stop5h 01m

$355

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/21

10:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops6h 45m

Columbus

Fri 8/28

8:05 am-1:55 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$378

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/21

2:40 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Columbus

Sun 8/23

6:40 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 40m

$397

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/14

10:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops6h 45m

Columbus

Sun 8/16

5:55 am-10:25 am

1 stop5h 30m

$413
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/12

11:55 am-3:25 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$123

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Deals found on 7/8

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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 July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 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 Houston Hobby Airport-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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

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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?

Booking 62 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport (average of $325). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $691). 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 July 11, 2026.

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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 July 11, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andFrontier 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
4,248 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,248 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,978 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,248 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,831 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,248 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

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 30m. 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 $136, 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 United Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $296 and $303, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 68% 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), American Airlines ($79), and Southwest ($148).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport is $158. On average you can expect to pay $331. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Columbus), can usually be booked for $203.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport (average of $325). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $691). 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 3 airlines flying from Hobby to Columbus

Discover the top 3 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 July 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$136Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$303Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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