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$53+ Cheap flights from California 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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Wed 1/22
Wed 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) 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 January 17, 2025.

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$108
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One-way from

$54
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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 January 17, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Thu 2/208:00 amLAS - CMH
Nonstop3h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sun 2/239:19 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/15$108
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Wed 2/56:15 amSAN - CMH
1 stop7h 02mSpirit Airlines
Tue 2/116:52 amCMH - SAN
1 stop11h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/16$129
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sat 3/15:10 amOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 19mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/49:19 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop15h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/16$136
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Thu 2/66:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 2/116:52 amCMH - SNA
1 stop10h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/14$136
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Wed 2/267:33 pmSMF - CMH
1 stop16h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sun 3/29:19 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/16$141
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Wed 2/129:55 pmBUR - CMH
1 stop13h 49mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/199:19 pmCMH - BUR
1 stop16h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/15$142
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Fri 2/2811:24 pmLAS - CMH
1 stop17h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/29:19 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$171
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Thu 8/2812:38 pmSNA - CMH
Nonstop4h 30mBreeze Airways
Sun 8/319:52 amCMH - SNA
Nonstop5h 01mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/14$193
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Wed 4/911:49 pmLAS - CMH
1 stop15h 29mFrontier
Sun 4/137:08 pmCMH - LAS
1 stop30h 35mFrontier
Deal found 1/14$200
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Fri 2/285:25 amLAX - CMH
3 stops31h 04mSpirit Airlines
Sun 3/29:19 pmCMH - LAX
2 stops18h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/16$223
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/96:32 amOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/116:52 amCMH - OAK
1 stop15h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$227
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Wed 4/304:59 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/310:50 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop10h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$228

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 January 17, 2025.

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Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 2/20

8:00 am-2:44 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

Columbus

Sun 2/23

9:19 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

$108

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 2/5

6:15 am-4:17 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Columbus

Tue 2/11

6:52 am-3:26 pm

1 stop11h 34m

$129

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Sat 3/1

5:10 am-3:29 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Columbus

Tue 3/4

9:19 pm-9:35 am

1 stop15h 16m

$136

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 2/6

6:45 am-4:17 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Columbus

Tue 2/11

6:52 am-2:05 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$136

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/26

7:33 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop16h 11m

Columbus

Sun 3/2

9:19 pm-6:47 am

1 stop12h 28m

$141

BurbankColumbus

BUR - CMH

BURCMH

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 2/12

9:55 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop13h 49m

Columbus

Wed 2/19

9:19 pm-10:21 am

1 stop16h 02m

$142

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/28

11:24 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop17h 27m

Columbus

Sun 3/2

9:19 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

$171

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 4/9

11:49 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop15h 29m

Columbus

Sun 4/13

7:08 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop30h 35m

$200

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 2/28

5:25 am-3:29 pm

3 stops31h 04m

Columbus

Sun 3/2

9:19 pm-12:47 pm

2 stops18h 28m

$223

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Sun 2/9

6:32 am-5:17 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Columbus

Tue 2/11

6:52 am-7:25 pm

1 stop15h 33m

$227

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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 January 17, 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 January 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Frontier, American Airlines and United 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
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
142 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
9,681 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,965 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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 California 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 to fly from California to Columbus one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Columbus are Spirit Airlines ($54), Frontier ($65), and American Airlines ($85).

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Columbus, San Francisco - Columbus or Ontario - Columbus when deciding on the best route from California to Columbus.

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

    Consider United Airlines (100%), Spirit Airlines (76%) 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 $278, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $119. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Columbus), you can expect to pay $159 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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 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 9 airlines flying from California to Columbus

Discover the top 9 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 January 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$84Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$121Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$143Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$184Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$211Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$224Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$274Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$305Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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