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$76+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to California

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CMH — LAX
abr. 8 — abr. 151
mar. 4/8
mar. 4/15
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$158
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One-way from

$76
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$267

Good round-trip deal

$251 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 3, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/288:24 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 31mSpirit Airlines
vie. 5/211:15 amLAS - CMH
Nonstop3h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/2$158
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
vie. 5/28:24 pmCMH - BUR
1 stop13h 46mSpirit Airlines
vie. 5/97:00 amBUR - CMH
1 stop6h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/2$183
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 5/166:05 amCMH - LAX
1 stop16h 43mSpirit Airlines
lun. 5/198:54 amLAX - CMH
2 stops33h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/2$223
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/19:57 amCMH - OAK
3 stops23h 52mSpirit Airlines
dom. 5/412:43 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop26h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/1$226
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
jue. 5/19:57 amCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 57mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 5/314:08 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$240
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
jue. 4/177:08 pmCMH - LAS
1 stop30h 35mMultiple Airlines
jue. 4/246:05 amLAS - CMH
1 stop13h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$253
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/308:24 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop15h 09mSpirit Airlines
mié. 5/77:37 pmSMF - CMH
2 stops23h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/2$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/295:57 pmCMH - LAX
Nonstop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
jue. 5/298:40 amLAX - CMH
Nonstop4h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$257
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
mié. 4/911:49 amCMH - LAS
1 stop12h 54mFrontier
jue. 4/1711:49 pmLAS - CMH
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Deal found 4/2$268
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
lun. 4/1411:44 amCMH - LAX
1 stop10h 34mFrontier
jue. 4/178:18 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop11h 30mFrontier
Deal found 4/2$268
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/219:57 amCMH - SJC
2 stops27h 15mSpirit Airlines
vie. 4/2511:07 amSJC - CMH
2 stops30h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/2$268
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/195:52 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
mar. 7/295:40 amLAX - CMH
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$272

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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 abril 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to California that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusLas Vegas

CMH - LAS

CMHLAS

Columbus

lun. 4/28

8:24 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

vie. 5/2

11:15 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$158

ColumbusBurbank

CMH - BUR

CMHBUR

Columbus

vie. 5/2

8:24 pm-7:10 am

1 stop13h 46m

Burbank Bob Hope

vie. 5/9

7:00 am-4:01 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$183

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

vie. 5/16

6:05 am-11:32 am

1 stop8h 27m

Los Angeles

dom. 5/18

11:10 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$223

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

jue. 5/1

9:57 am-6:49 am

3 stops23h 52m

Oakland

dom. 5/4

12:43 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop26h 22m

$226

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

jue. 5/1

9:57 am-3:54 pm

1 stop8h 57m

Los Angeles

sáb. 5/31

4:08 pm-5:13 am

1 stop10h 05m

$240

ColumbusLas Vegas

CMH - LAS

CMHLAS

Columbus

jue. 4/17

7:08 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop30h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 4/24

6:05 am-10:17 pm

1 stop13h 12m

$253

ColumbusSacramento

CMH - SMF

CMHSMF

Columbus

mié. 4/30

8:24 pm-8:33 am

1 stop15h 09m

Sacramento Intl

mié. 5/7

7:37 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops23h 13m

$255

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

mar. 4/29

5:57 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

Los Angeles

jue. 5/29

8:40 am-4:07 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

$257

ColumbusLas Vegas

CMH - LAS

CMHLAS

Columbus

mar. 4/15

4:28 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 4/17

11:49 pm-10:48 am

1 stop7h 59m

$264

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

lun. 4/14

11:44 am-7:18 pm

1 stop10h 34m

Los Angeles

jue. 4/17

8:18 pm-10:48 am

1 stop11h 30m

$268

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to California

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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 abril 3, 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 abril 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,344 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 ($76), American Airlines ($129), and Frontier ($129).

  • 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 - San Francisco or Columbus - Los Angeles 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 Malaysia Airlines (64%), American Airlines (58%) and Alaska Airlines (58%).

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

    While on average a flight from Columbus Airport to California is generally $577, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $78. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), you can expect to pay $158 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 abril 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$119Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$124Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$137Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$140Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$199Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$200Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$304Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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