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$51+ 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 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
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 December 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$81
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$51
(Priceline)
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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 December 22, 2024.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/309:30 pmLAS - CMH
1 stop15h 28mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/28:36 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/19$230
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Thu 12/268:55 amLAX - CMH
Nonstop4h 22mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/45:22 pmCMH - LAX
Nonstop5h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/21$294
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/253:03 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop25h 49mFrontier
Thu 1/28:42 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop14h 17mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$325
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/2512:59 amLAS - CMH
1 stop15h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/16:28 pmCMH - LAS
1 stop7h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$327
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/288:09 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop20h 43mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/16:28 pmCMH - LAX
Nonstop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$334
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3012:10 amSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Mon 1/65:52 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop9h 02mDelta
Deal found 12/20$351
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Thu 12/266:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop9h 56mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/48:52 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop14h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/21$388
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Tue 12/315:30 amOAK - CMH
1 stop10h 13mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/68:36 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop16h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/20$391
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/2410:53 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Mon 1/66:00 amCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/21$398
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Mon 12/3010:15 amBUR - CMH
1 stop6h 26mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/58:36 pmCMH - BUR
1 stop15h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/20$404
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/3112:27 amLAX - CMH
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/55:25 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$411
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/293:15 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Tue 12/316:40 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$429

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 December 22, 2024.

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Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 1/15

9:27 am-4:17 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Columbus

Wed 1/22

6:52 am-8:32 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$81

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/23

6:45 am-4:17 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Columbus

Sat 1/25

6:52 am-2:05 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$137

BurbankColumbus

BUR - CMH

BURCMH

Burbank Bob Hope

Fri 2/21

9:55 pm-3:29 pm

1 stop14h 34m

Columbus

Mon 2/24

9:19 pm-10:21 am

1 stop16h 02m

$140

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 1/8

6:15 am-6:43 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Columbus

Wed 1/15

6:52 am-12:55 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$142

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Thu 1/23

5:45 am-4:17 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Columbus

Sun 1/26

6:52 am-6:47 am

1 stop26h 55m

$150

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/17

9:16 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop14h 28m

Columbus

Thu 2/20

9:19 pm-6:47 am

1 stop12h 28m

$188

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Mon 1/13

9:32 pm-4:17 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Columbus

Tue 1/21

6:52 am-1:13 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$193

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/13

6:00 am-5:17 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Columbus

Sun 1/19

6:17 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$198

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 1/19

5:00 pm-10:04 pm

3 stops26h 04m

Columbus

Sun 1/26

6:52 am-8:32 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$246

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/17

12:55 am-1:06 pm

1 stop9h 11m

Columbus

Sat 1/25

4:17 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$256

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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 December 22, 2024.

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 December 22, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Delta 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
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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
4,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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
9,537 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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
8,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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
9,028 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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

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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 ($51), American Airlines ($68), and Frontier ($96).

  • 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 cheapest flights from California to Columbus?

    While on average a flight from California to Columbus is generally $282, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $84. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Columbus), you can expect to pay $172 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.

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  • 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$84Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$121Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$143Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$224Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$293Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$305Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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