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$42+ Cheap flights from Houston to Columbus

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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CMH
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Thu 3/13
Thu 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Houston to Columbus are usually found in November or August, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Columbus (C01). 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 March 8, 2025.

Round-trip from

$107
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$42
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

February

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November

Average price

$429
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 8, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/76:20 amIAH - CMH
1 stop10h 39mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/126:54 pmCMH - IAH
1 stop25h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/7$107
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Tue 5/202:18 pmIAH - CMH
1 stop7h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/225:21 pmCMH - IAH
1 stop7h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$143
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Wed 5/219:00 pmIAH - CMH
1 stop10h 25mFrontier
Sat 5/319:20 amCMH - IAH
1 stop8h 40mFrontier
Deal found 3/7$185
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Mon 3/246:40 pmIAH - CMH
Nonstop2h 41mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/276:30 amCMH - IAH
Nonstop3h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/5$319
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Wed 5/73:30 pmHOU - CMH
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Mon 5/128:10 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/7$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Wed 4/99:14 amHOU - CMH
1 stop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/147:43 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/7$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Tue 4/17:05 amIAH - CMH
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Thu 4/31:45 pmCMH - IAH
1 stop4h 55mDelta
Deal found 3/6$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 9/176:43 pmHOU - CMH
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Tue 9/235:50 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop4h 45mDelta
Deal found 3/7$367
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Tue 4/15:00 amIAH - CMH
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/14:09 pmCMH - IAH
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/6$419

Find flights from Houston to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Columbus 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 March 8, 2025.

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HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/7

6:20 am-5:59 pm

1 stop10h 39m

Columbus

Mon 5/12

6:54 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop25h 46m

$107

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/20

2:18 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Columbus

Thu 5/22

5:21 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$143

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/21

9:00 pm-8:25 am

1 stop10h 25m

Columbus

Sat 5/31

9:20 am-5:00 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$185

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/24

6:40 pm-10:21 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

Columbus

Thu 3/27

6:30 am-8:39 am

Nonstop3h 09m

$319

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Wed 5/7

3:30 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Columbus

Mon 5/12

8:10 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$329

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/9

9:14 am-3:17 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Columbus

Mon 4/14

7:43 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$339

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/1

7:05 am-12:40 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Columbus

Thu 4/3

1:45 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$339

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/23

4:23 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Columbus

Wed 5/28

12:35 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$383

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/1

5:00 am-10:58 am

1 stop4h 58m

Columbus

Tue 4/1

4:09 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$419

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/8

6:00 am-6:02 pm

1 stop11h 02m

$42

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to Columbus

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Columbus. Price data was last updated on February 28, 2025.

Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston to Columbus. 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 Houston to Columbus?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Houston to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 HOU to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 8, 2025.

When flying from Houston to Columbus, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 24% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Columbus by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated March 8, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Houston to Columbus. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,716 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,024 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,649 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Columbus. 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 flying from Houston to Columbus round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $107, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston to Columbus.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Southwest. You may be able to fly from Houston to Columbus for 73% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston to Columbus are Spirit Airlines ($42), Frontier ($100), and Delta ($137).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Columbus?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston to Columbus? While on average our users pay $286, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $190. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Columbus), is priced around $107.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Houston to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 5 airlines flying from Houston to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Columbus. 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 March 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$151Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$160Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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