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$131+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Salem, OR

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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — PDX
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Salem

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Salem
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Salem. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/1110:55 am
CMH
-
PDX
1 stop9h 44m
Delta
Mon 3/2312:30 am
PDX
-
CMH
1 stop6h 44m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$237
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/88:18 pm
CMH
-
PDX
1 stop18h 24m
Frontier
Sun 5/1711:48 am
PDX
-
CMH
1 stop28h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/1110:55 am
CMH
-
PDX
1 stop9h 44m
Delta
Mon 3/237:45 pm
PDX
-
CMH
2 stops11h 29m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/252:41 pm
CMH
-
PDX
1 stop12h 36m
American Airlines
Mon 3/211:35 pm
PDX
-
CMH
1 stop14h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$293
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/126:35 am
CMH
-
PDX
1 stop9h 13m
Delta
Mon 3/2312:30 am
PDX
-
CMH
1 stop6h 44m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/252:41 pm
CMH
-
PDX
1 stop12h 36m
American Airlines
Wed 3/411:48 am
PDX
-
CMH
1 stop8h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$310
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/912:55 pm
CMH
-
PDX
1 stop12h 37m
American Airlines
Tue 4/1411:59 pm
PDX
-
CMH
1 stop11h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$330
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/206:06 pm
CMH
-
PDX
2 stops8h 53m
Delta
Tue 3/2411:15 pm
PDX
-
CMH
1 stop7h 35m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$332
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/252:09 pm
CMH
-
PDX
2 stops9h 46m
Delta
Wed 3/411:35 am
PDX
-
CMH
2 stops9h 35m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$334
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/258:50 am
CMH
-
PDX
2 stops9h 50m
Southwest
Wed 3/46:20 am
PDX
-
CMH
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$336

Find flight deals from Columbus to Salem

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to Salem flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$237
(Delta)

One-way from

$131
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$340
From Columbus to Salem
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Salem 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Salem that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Wed 3/11

10:55 am-5:39 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Portland

Mon 3/23

12:30 am-10:14 am

1 stop6h 44m

$237

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Sun 3/15

6:35 am-12:48 pm

1 stop9h 13m

Portland

Tue 3/24

11:15 pm-9:50 am

1 stop7h 35m

$294

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Thu 4/9

12:55 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop12h 37m

Portland

Tue 4/14

11:59 pm-2:06 pm

1 stop11h 07m

$330

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Fri 3/20

6:06 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops8h 53m

Portland

Tue 3/24

11:15 pm-9:50 am

1 stop7h 35m

$332

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Wed 2/25

8:50 am-3:40 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Portland

Wed 3/4

6:20 am-3:45 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$336

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Sat 3/14

6:00 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Portland

Tue 3/24

5:05 am-2:28 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$337

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Mon 2/23

7:33 pm-12:17 am

1 stop7h 44m

Portland

Thu 2/26

11:35 pm-10:46 am

1 stop8h 11m

$337

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Thu 3/12

6:35 am-12:48 pm

1 stop9h 13m

Portland

Mon 3/23

7:45 pm-10:14 am

2 stops11h 29m

$342

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Thu 3/12

7:33 pm-11:09 am

1 stop18h 36m

$131

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Mon 4/13

7:14 pm-1:02 pm

1 stop20h 48m

$137

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/27

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Salem

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Salem

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Salem. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus to Salem may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 61 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Salem (average of $139). Flying from Columbus to Salem in December is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Salem

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salem. 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 Salem. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Salem, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,807 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,807 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,807 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,807 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,807 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,807 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,205 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,807 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Columbus to Salem will take you 9h 44m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2027 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $75. American Airlines flights start at $134 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $145 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Salem (average of $139). Flying from Columbus to Salem in December is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 Salem

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Salem. 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$124Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$129Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$229Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$240Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$263Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$280Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$281Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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