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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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — HOU
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Houston Hobby are usually found in August or September, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/111:00 pmCMH - HOU
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Mon 11/177:00 pmHOU - CMH
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 10/16$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Thu 11/137:57 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop4h 43mDelta
Thu 11/206:00 amHOU - CMH
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Deal found 10/16$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 12/1611:50 amCMH - HOU
2 stops5h 40mSouthwest
Tue 12/236:50 pmHOU - CMH
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 10/16$360
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Sat 11/88:05 amCMH - HOU
1 stop6h 22mDelta
Tue 11/116:00 amHOU - CMH
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Deal found 10/14$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Wed 11/266:39 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Wed 12/36:00 amHOU - CMH
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Deal found 10/15$373
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Sat 11/811:30 amCMH - HOU
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Mon 11/104:50 pmHOU - CMH
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 10/14$374
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Thu 12/1111:50 amCMH - HOU
2 stops6h 20mSouthwest
Sat 12/132:25 pmHOU - CMH
2 stops6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 10/16$379

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 October 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$285
(Sun Country Air)

One-way from

$148
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

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Average price

$376
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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 October 16, 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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Tue 11/11

1:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Houston Hobby

Mon 11/17

7:00 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$339

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Thu 11/13

8:35 am-12:00 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Houston Hobby

Thu 11/13

1:30 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$349

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Thu 11/13

5:20 am-9:40 am

1 stop5h 20m

Houston Hobby

Thu 11/13

6:22 pm-12:26 am

1 stop5h 04m

$359

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Mon 11/24

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop4h 45m

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/3

6:00 am-11:38 am

1 stop4h 38m

$359

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Thu 11/13

7:57 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Houston Hobby

Thu 11/20

6:00 am-11:38 am

1 stop4h 38m

$359

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Thu 12/11

1:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Houston Hobby

Sat 12/13

6:30 am-2:55 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$359

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Tue 12/16

12:33 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/18

6:00 am-11:36 am

1 stop4h 36m

$359

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Wed 12/17

11:50 am-4:30 pm

2 stops5h 40m

Houston Hobby

Tue 12/23

6:50 pm-12:35 am

1 stop4h 45m

$360

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Tue 12/16

11:50 am-4:30 pm

2 stops5h 40m

Houston Hobby

Tue 12/23

6:50 pm-12:35 am

1 stop4h 45m

$360

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Mon 11/24

7:50 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop22h 47m

$148

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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 October 10, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $153). Flying from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 October 16, 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 morning, which can drop the price by up to 17% 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 October 12, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings 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 October 16, 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
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
7,984 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
11,043 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,097 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 $339, Southwest can have you in Houston Hobby Airport from Columbus in 3h. 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 Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $144 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and American Airlines, starting at $145 and $184 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 64% 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 $323, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $219. The most popular route (Columbus - Houston Hobby), is priced around $131.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $153). Flying from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$144Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$145Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$214Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$241Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$264Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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