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$52+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to California

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CMH — LAX
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to California (USCA). 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 30, 2025.

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$107
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One-way from

$53
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Average price

$315

Good round-trip deal

$381 or less

Good one-way deal

$184 or less
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Fri 2/219:19 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 48mSpirit Airlines
Tue 2/258:00 amLAS - CMH
Nonstop3h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/30$107
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Fri 2/219:19 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/2511:24 pmLAS - CMH
1 stop11h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$130
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/29:19 pmCMH - OAK
2 stops21h 00mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/510:30 amOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/29$132
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Thu 2/279:19 pmCMH - BUR
1 stop13h 56mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/39:55 pmBUR - CMH
1 stop13h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/28$138
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Tue 2/259:19 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop19h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sat 3/16:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/30$156
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Fri 2/219:19 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop19h 42mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/263:00 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop20h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/29$160
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Wed 2/269:19 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop16h 02mSpirit Airlines
Fri 2/283:38 pmSJC - CMH
2 stops20h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/29$169
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Thu 8/219:52 amCMH - SNA
Nonstop5h 01mBreeze Airways
Sun 8/2412:38 pmSNA - CMH
Nonstop4h 30mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/29$173
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Sun 2/168:56 pmCMH - LAS
1 stop28h 49mFrontier
Fri 2/2111:24 pmLAS - CMH
1 stop17h 27mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$188
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Sat 3/15:15 amCMH - LAX
3 stops20h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sat 3/811:02 pmLAX - CMH
2 stops14h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/30$233
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Tue 4/15:42 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop28h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/55:52 amLAX - CMH
1 stop9h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$243
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Fri 3/286:55 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Mon 4/1412:45 amLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Deal found 1/28$274

Find flights from Columbus to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to California 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 30, 2025.

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ColumbusLas Vegas

CMH - LAS

CMHLAS

Columbus

Sat 2/22

9:19 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/25

8:00 am-2:44 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$105

ColumbusLas Vegas

CMH - LAS

CMHLAS

Columbus

Fri 3/7

10:01 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop4h 39m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/11

11:24 pm-10:46 am

1 stop8h 22m

$130

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Sun 3/2

9:19 pm-3:19 pm

2 stops21h 00m

Oakland

Wed 3/5

10:30 am-8:56 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$132

ColumbusBurbank

CMH - BUR

CMHBUR

Columbus

Thu 2/27

9:19 pm-8:15 am

1 stop13h 56m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 3/3

9:55 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop13h 49m

$138

ColumbusSanta Ana

CMH - SNA

CMHSNA

Columbus

Mon 2/24

9:19 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/1

6:45 am-3:29 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$156

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Mon 3/3

9:19 pm-10:21 am

1 stop16h 02m

San Jose

Tue 3/4

5:40 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop24h 16m

$156

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 2/27

9:19 pm-2:01 pm

1 stop19h 42m

San Diego

Mon 3/3

7:41 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop16h 03m

$160

ColumbusLas Vegas

CMH - LAS

CMHLAS

Columbus

Sun 2/16

8:56 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop28h 49m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/21

11:24 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop17h 27m

$188

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sat 3/1

5:15 am-10:35 pm

3 stops20h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/8

11:02 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops14h 23m

$233

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Tue 4/1

5:42 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop28h 36m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/5

5:52 am-6:41 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$243

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to California

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Columbus to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Columbus Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

When flying from Columbus Airport to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines from Columbus to California by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
144 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to California are Spirit Airlines ($53), Frontier ($70), and Delta ($144).

  • What are the most popular routes from Columbus Airport to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Columbus Airport to California consider Columbus - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Columbus - Los Angeles or Columbus - San Francisco as they are the most popular.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Columbus Airport to California are Delta (100%), United Airlines (100%) and Spirit Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to California?

    While on average a flight from Columbus Airport to California is generally $350, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $158. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), you can expect to pay $103 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Columbus Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 9 airlines flying from Columbus to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to California. 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$153Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$179Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$194Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$255Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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