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$124+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 4/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Columbus are usually found in August or April, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$180
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$124
(Mytrip)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

August

Average price

$373
From Los Angeles to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 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 4/2311:58 amLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 19mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/285:30 amCMH - LAX
1 stop13h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$185
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/89:30 amLAX - CMH
Nonstop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/125:57 pmCMH - LAX
Nonstop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$265
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1712:50 amLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/217:50 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$277
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/18:18 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Fri 4/411:48 amCMH - LAX
1 stop10h 30mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$278
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/76:30 amLAX - CMH
2 stops39h 11mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/109:57 amCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$281
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/121:40 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Tue 5/1311:35 amCMH - LAX
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/25$286
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/812:50 amLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Mon 5/127:05 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Deal found 3/25$322
This Sun Country Air 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/106:19 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop20h 34mSun Country Air
Fri 8/16:50 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop6h 54mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/25$360

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

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Columbus

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Depart

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Price

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 4/23

11:58 am-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Columbus

Mon 4/28

5:30 am-3:54 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$185

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

9:30 am-4:59 pm

Nonstop4h 29m

Columbus

Sat 4/12

5:57 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

$265

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Thu 4/17

12:50 am-11:05 am

1 stop7h 15m

Columbus

Mon 4/21

7:50 pm-12:56 am

1 stop8h 06m

$277

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 4/1

8:18 pm-10:49 am

1 stop11h 31m

Columbus

Fri 4/4

11:48 am-7:18 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$278

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Mon 4/7

6:30 am-12:41 am

2 stops39h 11m

Columbus

Thu 4/10

9:57 am-3:54 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$281

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Mon 5/12

1:40 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Columbus

Tue 5/13

11:35 am-6:40 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$286

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Thu 5/8

12:50 am-9:58 am

1 stop6h 08m

Columbus

Mon 5/12

7:05 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$322

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Sun 4/13

10:23 am-6:05 pm

1 stop28h 42m

$124

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Thu 4/24

9:30 am-4:59 pm

Nonstop4h 29m

$129

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Sat 5/31

4:08 pm-5:13 am

1 stop10h 05m

$134

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Columbus

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Columbus. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Columbus?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 26, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to Columbus is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 38% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Columbus flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings 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 March 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Los Angeles to Columbus by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
156 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Columbus?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Los Angeles is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbus from Los Angeles. Booking flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Columbus should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily outbound flights to Columbus from 6 different airlines.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $180, was found to be the cheapest airline from Los Angeles to Columbus.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Spirit Airlines is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles 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 $124. American Airlines flights start at $129 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $134 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Columbus?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to Columbus are Qantas Airways (100%), American Airlines (90%) and Alaska Airlines (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Columbus?

    While on average a flight from Los Angeles to Columbus is generally $645, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $78. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Columbus), you can expect to pay $173 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Columbus?

    Los Angeles to Columbus flights have a layover in Chicago most of the time.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Chicago?

    Most Chicago visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, and River North. Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North are located about 15.5 mi, 16.2 mi, and 15.0 mi, respectively from Chicago O'Hare Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can book a car rental at Chicago O'Hare Intl for about $51 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Columbus flights?

    Flights departing from Los Angeles and landing in Columbus layover in Las Vegas least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Columbus?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Los Angeles 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 6 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Columbus

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$121Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$202Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$211Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$291Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$369Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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