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$58+ Cheap flights from California to Columbus

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LAX — CMH
feb. 25 — mar. 41
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$130
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One-way from

$58
(Cheapflightsfares)

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January

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April

Average price

$329
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Cheapest flights from California to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/268:00 amLAS - CMH
Nonstop3h 44mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 3/19:19 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$110
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 4/511:51 amLAS - CMH
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
lun. 4/711:44 amCMH - LAS
1 stop13h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$153
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/106:15 amSAN - CMH
1 stop11h 41mSpirit Airlines
mié. 3/197:46 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop16h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$157
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/58:00 pmBUR - CMH
2 stops12h 26mSpirit Airlines
lun. 3/1010:01 pmCMH - BUR
1 stop15h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$178
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jue. 3/67:30 pmSMF - CMH
1 stop22h 26mSpirit Airlines
lun. 3/1010:01 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop13h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$187
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/76:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop12h 05mSpirit Airlines
mar. 5/1310:50 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop14h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$194
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mar. 4/2910:12 amOAK - CMH
1 stop28h 32mSpirit Airlines
lun. 5/58:11 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop16h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$221
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jue. 3/204:29 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop15h 31mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 3/221:44 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop12h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$252
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lun. 4/2112:58 amLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 4/265:57 pmCMH - LAX
Nonstop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$255
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/123:10 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop27h 40mMultiple Airlines
jue. 5/1512:20 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop26h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$262
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/176:00 amLAX - CMH
1 stop11h 56mMultiple Airlines
jue. 3/206:00 pmCMH - LAX
Nonstop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$264
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/86:43 amOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 44mAlaska Airlines
mar. 4/156:23 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop8h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$277

Find flights from California to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 febrero 20, 2025.

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California

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

vie. 3/14

2:06 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Columbus

sáb. 3/22

7:46 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop4h 39m

$130

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sáb. 4/5

11:51 am-6:41 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Columbus

lun. 4/7

11:44 am-10:43 pm

1 stop13h 59m

$153

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

lun. 3/10

6:15 am-8:56 pm

1 stop11h 41m

Columbus

mié. 3/19

7:46 pm-9:41 am

1 stop16h 55m

$157

BurbankColumbus

BUR - CMH

BURCMH

Burbank Bob Hope

mié. 3/5

8:00 pm-11:26 am

2 stops12h 26m

Columbus

lun. 3/10

10:01 pm-10:29 am

1 stop15h 28m

$178

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

jue. 3/6

7:30 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop22h 26m

Columbus

lun. 3/10

10:01 pm-8:42 am

1 stop13h 41m

$187

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 5/7

6:45 am-9:50 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Columbus

mar. 5/13

10:50 pm-10:01 am

1 stop14h 11m

$194

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

mar. 4/29

10:12 am-5:44 pm

1 stop28h 32m

Columbus

lun. 5/5

8:11 pm-9:12 am

1 stop16h 01m

$221

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

jue. 3/20

4:29 pm-11:00 am

1 stop15h 31m

Columbus

sáb. 3/22

1:44 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop12h 04m

$252

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

lun. 4/21

12:58 am-10:53 am

1 stop6h 55m

Columbus

sáb. 4/26

5:57 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

$255

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

lun. 5/12

3:10 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop27h 40m

Columbus

jue. 5/15

12:20 pm-11:58 am

1 stop26h 38m

$262

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Best time to book a flight from California to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from California to Columbus

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 febrero 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Columbus as you normally would.

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 febrero 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines from California to Columbus have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Columbus are Spirit Airlines ($58), Frontier ($71), and American Airlines ($133).

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

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

    Consider United Airlines (100%), Spirit Airlines (71%) or Delta (50%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from California to Columbus.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Columbus?

    While on average a flight from California to Columbus is generally $564, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $136. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Columbus), you can expect to pay $209 for that flight.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from California 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 8 airlines flying from California to Columbus

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California 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 febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$84Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$121Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$189Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$197Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$202Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$274Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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