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$101+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) 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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — CMH
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$154
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$448
From Detroit (DTT) to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 4/157:42 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop26h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/269:57 amCMH - DTW
1 stop5h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/29$154
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 9/312:25 pmDTW - CMH
Nonstop1h 03mDelta
Sat 9/68:10 amCMH - DTW
Nonstop1h 06mDelta
Deal found 3/31$259
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 9/32:30 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Sat 9/63:55 pmCMH - DTW
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 5/67:44 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop13h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/136:12 amCMH - DTW
1 stop17h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$497
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 4/98:19 amDTW - CMH
1 stop9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/117:55 pmCMH - DTW
1 stop3h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$839

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Columbus that are best for you.

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Detroit

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DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/15

7:42 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop26h 35m

Columbus

Sat 4/26

9:57 am-3:54 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$154

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/3

12:25 pm-1:28 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

Columbus

Sat 9/6

8:10 am-9:16 am

Nonstop1h 06m

$259

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/3

2:30 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Columbus

Sat 9/6

3:55 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$357

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/6

7:44 pm-9:36 am

1 stop13h 52m

Columbus

Tue 5/13

6:12 am-11:59 pm

1 stop17h 47m

$497

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/8

11:51 am-6:02 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$101

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/30

9:20 pm-1:27 pm

1 stop16h 07m

$158

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/30

6:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$170

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/1

5:39 pm-8:22 am

1 stop14h 43m

$196

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/29

5:40 am-10:00 pm

2 stops16h 20m

$260

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Deals found on 3/31

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Columbus

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTT to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 31, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit to Columbus at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 37% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Detroit 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
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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
7,899 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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
8,614 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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
7,884 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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 Detroit 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 Detroit to Columbus?

    Detroit All airports (DTT), located 0.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Detroit to Columbus. 1 airline have flights from All airports to Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Detroit All airports to Columbus should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 8 outbound flights to Columbus per day.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Columbus, with prices starting at $154. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $259 and $357, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 59% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $158 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $170 and American Airlines from $196 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit to Columbus on time: Endeavor Airlines (100%), Aeromexico (95%), Republic Airways (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Columbus?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $168. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Columbus) can be booked for $134 on average our data indicates $308 when flying from Detroit to Columbus.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit to Columbus?

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

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DeltaCheapest$289Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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