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$50+ Cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) 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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FLL — CMH
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus are usually found in May or July, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) 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 February 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$86
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$50
(Mytrip)

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February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$258
From Fort Lauderdale to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 4/169:39 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 41mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/2112:00 pmCMH - FLL
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/22$86
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 2/272:29 pmFLL - LCK
Nonstop2h 40mAllegiant Air
Sun 3/25:59 pmLCK - FLL
Nonstop2h 37mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/21$117
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.
Sat 3/17:55 pmFLL - CMH
Nonstop2h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/29:21 pmCMH - FLL
3 stops19h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$244
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 4/256:40 amFLL - CMH
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Mon 4/285:20 pmCMH - FLL
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 2/21$345
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.
Sat 3/16:52 amFLL - LCK
3 stops25h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/25:59 pmLCK - FLL
Nonstop2h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$415
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/19:00 amFLL - CMH
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/612:45 pmCMH - FLL
2 stops9h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$418
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Sat 6/77:02 amFLL - CMH
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/611:25 amCMH - FLL
1 stop5h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$475

Find flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 February 22, 2025.

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Fort Lauderdale

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Depart

Return

Price

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - CMH

FLLCMH

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 4/16

9:39 pm-12:20 am

Nonstop2h 41m

Columbus

Mon 4/21

12:00 pm-2:36 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$86

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - LCK

FLLLCK

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 3/6

12:47 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

Columbus Rickenbacker

Fri 3/7

3:58 pm-9:31 am

2 stops17h 33m

$303

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - CMH

FLLCMH

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 4/25

6:40 am-3:40 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Columbus

Mon 4/28

5:20 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$345

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - CMH

FLLCMH

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 5/1

9:00 am-5:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Columbus

Tue 5/6

12:45 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops9h 46m

$418

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - CMH

FLLCMH

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 6/7

7:02 am-12:08 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Columbus

Sun 7/6

11:25 am-4:27 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$475

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - CMH

FLLCMH

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 3/12

7:00 am-5:19 pm

1 stop34h 19m

Columbus

Fri 3/14

11:35 am-8:20 am

2 stops20h 45m

$2,586

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - CMH

FLLCMH

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 3/10

10:09 pm-12:51 am

Nonstop2h 42m

$50

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - LCK

FLLLCK

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 4/10

12:58 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$52

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - LCK

FLLLCK

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 5/21

9:11 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop24h 08m

$82

Fort LauderdaleColumbus

FLL - CMH

FLLCMH

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 5/5

7:55 am-11:05 am

2 stops27h 10m

$112

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Best time to book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus, you should look to book at least 86 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale 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 February 22, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 43% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Fort Lauderdale to Columbus flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus

Explore weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

The most flights from FLL to C01 are scheduled on a Thursday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 February 22, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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
4,395 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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
9,700 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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
8,212 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,759 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
764 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus?

    Fort Lauderdale (FLL), located 3.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus. 4 airlines have flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Columbus per day.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus round-trip from $86. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Allegiant Air, from $303, and Southwest, from $345. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 55% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $50. Allegiant Air flights start at $52 while deals on American Airlines start at $189 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus? While on average our users pay $134, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $46. The most popular route (Fort Lauderdale - Columbus), is priced around $95.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Fort Lauderdale 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 4 airlines flying from Fort Lauderdale to Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$87Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$257Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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