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$148+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Hobby (HOU)

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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — HOU
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Houston Hobby are usually found in August or October, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Hobby

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Hobby (HOU). 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 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$295
(Sun Country Air)

One-way from

$148
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$412
From Columbus to Houston Hobby
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Sun Country Air 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2312:49 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop24h 27mSun Country Air
Sun 10/269:34 amHOU - CMH
1 stop6h 32mSun Country Air
Deal found 9/14$295
This Sun Country Air 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/236:32 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop25h 17mSun Country Air
Fri 11/286:25 pmHOU - CMH
1 stop25h 03mSun Country Air
Deal found 9/14$305
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/147:45 amCMH - HOU
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Thu 10/161:55 pmHOU - CMH
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/13$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.
Tue 10/144:28 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop7h 32mDelta
Tue 10/2110:13 amHOU - CMH
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Deal found 9/15$359
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.
Fri 11/143:00 pmCMH - HOU
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Mon 11/177:00 pmHOU - CMH
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$360
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.
Wed 11/266:40 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Wed 12/37:00 pmHOU - CMH
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$363
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.
Tue 10/147:45 amCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Tue 10/2111:10 amHOU - CMH
2 stops5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$364
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/106:30 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Tue 10/142:22 pmHOU - CMH
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 9/14$369
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/266:39 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop6h 07mDelta
Thu 11/2710:40 amHOU - CMH
1 stop4h 04mDelta
Deal found 9/14$373

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Hobby 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 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

Hobby

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Tue 10/14

1:05 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/16

1:55 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$349

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Sat 11/8

11:10 am-5:48 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Houston Hobby

Mon 11/17

10:40 am-5:34 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$359

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Thu 2/26

2:20 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/2

1:30 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$359

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Wed 10/15

6:30 am-11:30 am

2 stops6h 00m

Houston Hobby

Mon 10/20

7:55 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$364

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Fri 12/5

1:47 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Houston Hobby

Sat 12/13

6:33 pm-12:04 am

1 stop4h 31m

$369

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Tue 3/10

3:50 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/11

5:35 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$387

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Fri 10/17

4:28 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/19

6:00 am-11:13 am

1 stop4h 13m

$413

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Mon 10/6

12:29 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/8

2:22 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$414

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Thu 10/23

12:49 pm-12:16 pm

1 stop24h 27m

$148

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Thu 10/16

6:48 pm-11:28 am

1 stop17h 40m

$158

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Hobby

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to Houston Hobby 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 Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

When flying from Columbus to Houston Hobby 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 9% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Hobby. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
8,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
8,015 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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 Columbus to Hobby. 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 Houston Hobby Airport?

    For as low as $349, Southwest can have you in Houston Hobby Airport from Columbus in 2h 45m. The distance between Columbus and Houston Hobby Airport is about 1000 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $111 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $144 and $192 round-trip. Frontier is currently priced 72% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport? While on average our users pay $325, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $79. The most popular route (Columbus - Houston Hobby), is priced around $149.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 6 airlines flying from Columbus to Hobby

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Hobby. 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$111Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$144Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$214Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$265Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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