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$65+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CMH
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Houston to Columbus are usually found in February or August, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Houston to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/32:05 pmIAH - CMH
1 stop8h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/912:16 pmCMH - IAH
1 stop28h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$176
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/32:05 pmIAH - CMH
1 stop8h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/98:04 pmCMH - IAH
2 stops13h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$194
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/185:13 pmIAH - CMH
1 stop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/256:15 amCMH - IAH
Nonstop3h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$227
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/117:45 amIAH - CMH
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/2411:38 amCMH - IAH
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$256
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/209:05 amHOU - CMH
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/225:03 amCMH - HOU
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$463
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/712:20 pmHOU - CMH
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Mon 12/91:20 pmCMH - HOU
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$491
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/76:00 amHOU - CMH
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Sun 12/86:00 amCMH - HOU
1 stop7h 29mDelta
Deal found 11/20$500
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/227:00 pmHOU - CMH
3 stops27h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/18:00 pmCMH - HOU
1 stop16h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$792

Find flights from Houston to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 12/3

2:05 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Columbus

Mon 12/9

12:16 pm-3:23 pm

1 stop28h 07m

$176

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/13

6:36 am-1:27 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Columbus

Wed 1/15

9:08 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops21h 22m

$193

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/18

5:13 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Columbus

Wed 12/25

6:15 am-8:26 am

Nonstop3h 11m

$227

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/11

7:45 am-2:41 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Columbus

Tue 12/24

11:38 am-5:07 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$256

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/24

6:00 am-12:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Columbus

Sun 1/26

2:04 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop4h 46m

$426

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/20

9:05 am-2:39 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Columbus

Sun 12/22

5:03 am-11:54 am

1 stop7h 51m

$463

HoustonColumbus

HOU - CMH

HOUCMH

Houston Hobby

Sat 12/7

12:20 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Columbus

Mon 12/9

1:20 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$491

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/12

7:15 am-2:28 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Columbus

Sat 3/15

5:45 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$596

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 12/5

6:59 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop25h 46m

Columbus

Mon 12/9

9:15 am-4:12 pm

2 stops31h 57m

$1,033

HoustonColumbus

IAH - CMH

IAHCMH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/11

9:17 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$65

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to Columbus

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Columbus. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

Booking 25 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston to Columbus. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Houston to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 HOU to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 November 21, 2024.

When flying from Houston to Columbus, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Columbus. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Columbus flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines from Houston to Columbus. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston 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 flying from Houston to Columbus round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $193, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston to Columbus.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. You may be able to fly from Houston to Columbus for 49% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston to Columbus are Frontier ($65), Spirit Airlines ($69), and Southwest ($99).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Columbus?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston to Columbus? While on average our users pay $359, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $241. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Columbus), is priced around $157.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Houston to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 5 airlines flying from Houston to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$144Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$149Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$151Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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