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$71+ 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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Columbus

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Round-trip from

$158
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One-way from

$71
(CheapOair)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$373
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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 March 28, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/2311:15 amLAS - CMH
Nonstop3h 50mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/308:24 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$158
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 4/2911:58 amLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 19mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/19:57 amCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/28$183
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/299:08 pmSAN - CMH
2 stops10h 38mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/38:59 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop6h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$202
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/87:00 amBUR - CMH
1 stop6h 01mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/124:56 pmCMH - BUR
1 stop8h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$212
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 4/1511:07 amSJC - CMH
2 stops30h 21mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/2111:42 amCMH - SJC
2 stops25h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$221
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/86:45 amSNA - CMH
1 stop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/124:56 pmCMH - SNA
1 stop7h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$231
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/291:08 pmSNA - CMH
Nonstop4h 28mBreeze Airways
Sun 6/110:22 amCMH - SNA
Nonstop5h 01mBreeze Airways
Deal found 3/27$237
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 4/234:59 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop21h 01mFrontier
Sun 4/275:50 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop27h 05mFrontier
Deal found 3/28$240
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Mon 4/147:46 amOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 19mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/168:24 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop13h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$256
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sun 4/611:54 pmLAS - CMH
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/98:24 pmCMH - LAS
Nonstop4h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$256
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/229:30 amLAX - CMH
Nonstop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/35:57 pmCMH - LAX
Nonstop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$257
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/27:34 pmSMF - CMH
1 stop19h 31mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/58:24 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop18h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$259

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Columbus that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 4/23

11:15 am-6:05 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Columbus

Wed 4/30

8:24 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$158

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 4/29

11:58 am-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Columbus

Thu 5/1

9:57 am-3:54 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$183

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 4/16

6:15 am-6:05 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Columbus

Fri 4/18

8:24 pm-12:42 am

1 stop7h 18m

$186

BurbankColumbus

BUR - CMH

BURCMH

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 5/8

7:00 am-4:01 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Columbus

Mon 5/12

4:56 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$212

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Tue 4/15

11:07 am-8:28 pm

2 stops30h 21m

Columbus

Mon 4/21

11:42 am-10:12 am

2 stops25h 30m

$221

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/8

6:45 am-4:01 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Columbus

Mon 5/12

4:56 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$231

Santa AnaColumbus

SNA - CMH

SNACMH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/29

1:08 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

Columbus

Sun 6/1

10:22 am-12:23 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

$237

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 4/23

4:59 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop21h 01m

Columbus

Sun 4/27

5:50 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$240

Las VegasColumbus

LAS - CMH

LASCMH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 4/6

11:54 pm-10:44 am

1 stop7h 50m

Columbus

Wed 4/9

8:24 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$256

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 4/22

9:30 am-4:59 pm

Nonstop4h 29m

Columbus

Sat 5/3

5:57 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

$257

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Best time to book a flight from California to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Columbus

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 March 28, 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 March 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,336 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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 Breeze Airways ($71), Spirit Airlines ($79), and Frontier ($118).

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

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Columbus, Los Angeles - 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 Qantas Airways (100%), American Airlines (90%) or Alaska Airlines (90%) 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 $645, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $78. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Columbus), you can expect to pay $277 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 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$84Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$121Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$197Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$202Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$259Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$274Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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