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$155+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — LAX
May 22 — May 291
Fri 5/22
Fri 5/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/156:43 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop8h 33m
Frontier
Mon 5/188:59 pm
LAX
-
CMH
2 stops17h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17$284
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Fri 5/226:43 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop16h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/276:00 am
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop9h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$285
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Tue 5/196:05 pm
CMH
-
LAX
2 stops41h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/2611:21 pm
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop10h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:08 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop18h 21m
Frontier
Mon 5/184:52 pm
LAX
-
CMH
2 stops21h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17$288
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/237:30 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Wed 5/272:05 pm
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/20$289
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Mon 7/134:47 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop10h 24m
Frontier
Fri 7/246:30 am
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop6h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21$290
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/194:47 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop18h 46m
Frontier
Sun 6/218:56 pm
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop16h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/412:00 pm
CMH
-
LAX
2 stops33h 01m
Frontier
Mon 5/116:30 am
LAX
-
CMH
1 stop8h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Fri 5/86:43 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop17h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/129:40 am
LAX
-
CMH
2 stops24h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sun 8/96:40 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Wed 8/126:55 am
LAX
-
CMH
2 stops10h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Fri 5/18:08 pm
CMH
-
LAX
1 stop18h 21m
Frontier
Sat 5/25:11 pm
LAX
-
CMH
2 stops18h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 4/18$296

Find flight deals from Columbus to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 April 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$284
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$155
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$359

Good round-trip deal

$337 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($46 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Los Angeles 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 April 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sat 5/23

7:30 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/27

2:05 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$289

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sat 6/6

3:35 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/9

5:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$303
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sun 5/24

7:15 am-9:06 am

Nonstop4h 51m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/1

10:45 am-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$329

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 5/20

6:55 am-1:20 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/27

2:05 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$329

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Thu 6/4

9:25 pm-12:50 am

1 stop6h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/13

2:25 pm-1:25 am

1 stop8h 00m

$346

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 9/16

2:00 pm-7:02 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/20

9:50 pm-8:58 am

1 stop8h 08m

$349

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sat 5/23

6:35 am-12:10 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/28

5:05 am-2:55 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$381

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 7/8

6:10 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/9

1:05 pm-12:35 am

2 stops8h 30m

$388

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 10/7

3:40 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/11

10:20 pm-9:20 am

1 stop8h 00m

$388

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 7/8

7:45 am-9:35 am

Nonstop4h 50m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/9

5:10 am-3:28 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$407

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus to Los Angeles

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbus to Los Angeles in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Columbus Airport-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on April 17, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 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 Airport to Los Angeles?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles (average of $271). Flying from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 22, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 56% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles?

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated April 22, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,430 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,625 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,647 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,630 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Columbus?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from Columbus. On average, Los Angeles has 4 inbound flights from Columbus per day from 8 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles?

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles in 6h 55m. Fly via Frontier or Southwest to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1990 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 Airport to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles round-trip from $105. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $160, and Delta, from $192. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 70% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $63. Frontier flights start at $65 while deals on JetBlue start at $116 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles?

    Consider United Airlines (97%), Malaysia Airlines (90%) or Qantas Airways (74%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $164. While the most popular route (Columbus - Los Angeles) can be booked for $258 on average, our data indicates $1,010 when flying from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Los Angeles 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 Airport to Los Angeles?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles (average of $271). Flying from Columbus Airport to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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 Los Angeles

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Los Angeles. 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 April 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$160Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$192Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$210Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$229Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$240Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$363Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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