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$163+ 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 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — HOU
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
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 79 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Hobby
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This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1611:15 am
CMH
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 00m
Southwest
Wed 2/186:35 pm
HOU
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 1/26$345
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/214:10 pm
CMH
-
HOU
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Tue 2/246:35 pm
HOU
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 1/26$351
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.
Thu 2/1912:50 pm
CMH
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 00m
Southwest
Mon 2/231:00 pm
HOU
-
CMH
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$355
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/216:00 am
CMH
-
HOU
1 stop5h 01m
Delta
Tue 2/241:06 pm
HOU
-
CMH
1 stop6h 16m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$365
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/204:00 pm
CMH
-
HOU
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Sat 2/218:20 am
HOU
-
CMH
2 stops5h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$366
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.
Tue 3/106:25 pm
CMH
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 00m
Southwest
Tue 3/3110:25 am
HOU
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$367

Find 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 January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$345
(Southwest)

One-way from

$163
(Mytrip)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$454
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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 January 29, 2026.
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

Sat 2/21

9:25 am-11:40 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/24

6:35 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$345

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Mon 2/16

11:15 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/18

6:35 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$345

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Sun 2/22

11:10 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Houston Hobby

Fri 2/27

3:35 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$345

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Mon 2/23

12:50 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/28

7:20 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$345

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Thu 2/19

12:50 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/23

5:15 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 00m

$355

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Fri 2/20

4:25 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/21

7:20 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$355

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-10:01 am

1 stop5h 01m

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/24

1:06 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$365

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Sat 2/28

1:10 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Houston Hobby

Sun 3/1

6:20 am-12:00 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$370

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Fri 3/13

6:45 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop27h 08m

$168

ColumbusHouston

CMH - HOU

CMHHOU

Columbus

Sun 2/22

11:10 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$173

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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 January 23, 2026.

Booking 79 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $150). Flying from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $253). 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 January 29, 2026.

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 at noon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight in the evening.

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 January 29, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American 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
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,205 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,394 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,056 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 $345, Southwest can have you in Houston Hobby Airport from Columbus in 3h 15m. The distance between Columbus and Houston Hobby Airport is about 1000 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • 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 $120 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $131 and $184 round-trip. Frontier is currently priced 70% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport are Frontier ($67), American Airlines ($79), and Spirit Airlines ($85).

  • 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 $361, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $161. The most popular route (Columbus - Houston Hobby), is priced around $143.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $150). Flying from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $253). 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$120Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$131Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$214Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$245Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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