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$129+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Riverside, CA

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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — LAX
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Riverside are usually found in October or May, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Riverside
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Riverside. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:58 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop14h 44mFrontier
Tue 12/306:34 amLAX - CMH
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$304
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/217:58 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 32mFrontier
Tue 12/306:34 amLAX - CMH
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$333
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.
Tue 12/238:55 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Wed 1/148:45 amLAX - CMH
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/249:50 amCMH - LAX
1 stop11h 15mSouthwest
Mon 1/2611:15 amLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$365
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.
Sun 12/215:57 pmCMH - LAX
Nonstop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/209:00 amLAX - CMH
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$367
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 12/207:15 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Thu 12/256:30 amLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$374
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.
Sat 12/206:00 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Mon 1/1212:45 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$386
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1811:14 amCMH - LAX
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/182:11 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$394

Find flight deals from Columbus to Riverside

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to Riverside flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$264
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$129
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$446
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Riverside 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 Columbus to Riverside that are best for you.

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ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Tue 1/20

9:55 am-5:00 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/26

11:20 pm-11:40 am

1 stop9h 20m

$271

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sun 1/25

8:00 am-4:22 pm

1 stop11h 22m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/28

7:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$290

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Mon 1/26

5:23 pm-7:37 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/28

11:05 am-11:22 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$291

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sat 1/17

4:35 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/24

8:55 am-7:30 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$291

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 2/11

6:05 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/15

5:30 am-4:55 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$294

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Fri 2/20

5:15 am-11:25 am

2 stops9h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

5:20 am-5:30 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$296

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Fri 2/6

8:00 am-3:42 pm

1 stop10h 42m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/9

7:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$300

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Thu 1/22

8:00 am-3:42 pm

1 stop10h 42m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/29

7:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$300

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Fri 1/30

11:02 am-5:55 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

9:55 pm-9:55 am

1 stop9h 00m

$301

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 1/14

2:18 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/14

12:40 am-11:04 am

1 stop7h 24m

$301

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Riverside

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Riverside from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Riverside

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbus to Riverside, you should look to book at least 88 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Riverside?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Riverside (average of $112). Flying from Columbus to Riverside in December is currently the most expensive (average of $203). 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 CMH to R1V?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Riverside. 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 Columbus to Riverside, 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 29% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to Riverside?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Riverside. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Riverside

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to Riverside. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

The most flights from C01 to R1V are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Riverside

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riverside. 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 Riverside. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus to Riverside 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

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

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
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

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
8,005 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

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
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

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
8,190 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

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 Columbus to Riverside. 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 Columbus to Riverside?

    Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from Columbus to Riverside in just under 5h 14m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 08m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1990 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus to Riverside one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $55. Spirit Airlines flights start at $67 while deals on Southwest start at $103 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbus to Riverside?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Columbus to Riverside on time: Delta (100%), Malaysia Airlines (86%), Alaska Airlines (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Riverside?

    On average you can expect to pay $456 for a flight from Columbus to Riverside. The cheapest flight overall is $116 while the most popular route, (Columbus - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $198.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Riverside 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 Columbus to Riverside?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Riverside (average of $112). Flying from Columbus to Riverside in December is currently the most expensive (average of $203). 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 8 airlines flying from Columbus to Riverside

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Riverside. 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
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$114Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$119Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$173Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$180Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$226Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$363Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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