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$94+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) 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 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — CMH
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Thu 3/13
Thu 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Kansas City to Columbus are usually found in August or July, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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.

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$179
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One-way from

$94
(Cheapflightsfares)

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February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$434
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 8, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/25:12 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/75:10 amCMH - MCI
1 stop12h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/6$179
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/16:25 amMCI - CMH
1 stop3h 10mSouthwest
Mon 4/76:35 amCMH - MCI
1 stop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 3/6$287
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.
Fri 5/93:51 pmMCI - CMH
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/128:10 pmCMH - MCI
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/6$307
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.
Wed 4/96:15 amMCI - CMH
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Sun 4/136:35 amCMH - MCI
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Deal found 3/6$323
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/247:45 amMCI - CMH
1 stop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/269:00 amCMH - MCI
2 stops8h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/7$332

Find flights from Kansas City to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City 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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Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Wed 4/2

5:12 pm-12:18 am

1 stop6h 06m

Columbus

Mon 4/7

5:10 am-4:17 pm

1 stop12h 07m

$179

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Tue 4/1

6:25 am-10:35 am

1 stop3h 10m

Columbus

Mon 4/7

6:35 am-9:05 am

1 stop3h 30m

$287

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Fri 5/9

3:51 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Columbus

Mon 5/12

8:10 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$307

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Wed 4/9

6:15 am-1:29 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Columbus

Sun 4/13

6:35 am-10:31 am

1 stop4h 56m

$323

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Thu 4/24

7:45 am-1:22 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Columbus

Sat 4/26

9:00 am-4:19 pm

2 stops8h 19m

$332

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Mon 4/7

5:12 pm-12:18 am

1 stop6h 06m

$94

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Tue 4/8

6:15 am-1:29 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$144

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Wed 5/7

7:35 am-2:30 pm

2 stops5h 55m

$149

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Mon 6/9

6:36 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop4h 02m

$179

Kansas CityColumbus

MCI - CMH

MCICMH

Kansas City

Sun 3/30

5:20 am-10:45 am

1 stop4h 25m

$202

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Travel insights for flights from Kansas City to Columbus

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Kansas City to Columbus is 53 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kansas City to Columbus?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Kansas City 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 MCI to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 40% on flights from Kansas City to Columbus by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Kansas City to Columbus have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,923 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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 Kansas City to Columbus. 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 from for flights from Kansas City to Columbus?

    If you book a flight to Columbus from Kansas City, you will be flying from Kansas City, which is the city’s only airport. Kansas City (MCI) is located 17.4 mi from the center of Kansas City. There are 0 flights from Kansas City to Columbus per day from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kansas City to Columbus round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Kansas City to Columbus round-trip from $179. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $287, and American Airlines, from $307. You may be able to fly from Kansas City to Columbus for 51% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $94. Users have also found prices from $144 and $149 on Delta and Southwest, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Columbus?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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
American AirlinesCheapest$175Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$175Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$211Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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