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$62+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) to Columbus

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OAK — CMH
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) 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 January 21, 2025.

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$124
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One-way from

$62
(Cheapflightsfares)

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$369
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/275:10 amOAK - CMH
1 stop6h 34mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/510:01 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop14h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$124
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/45:10 amOAK - CMH
1 stop6h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/66:15 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop8h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$221
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/131:15 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop6h 33mDelta
Wed 2/197:45 amCMH - OAK
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Deal found 1/21$307
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/216:49 amOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 30mAlaska Airlines
Thu 2/276:15 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop8h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$316
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 2/128:15 amOAK - CMH
1 stop10h 20mSouthwest
Tue 2/186:00 amCMH - OAK
2 stops10h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$330

Find flights from Oakland to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland 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 January 21, 2025.

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OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Thu 2/27

5:10 am-2:44 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Columbus

Wed 3/5

10:01 pm-9:35 am

1 stop14h 34m

$124

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Tue 3/4

5:10 am-2:44 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Columbus

Thu 3/6

6:15 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$221

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Thu 2/13

1:15 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Columbus

Tue 2/18

7:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$307

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Fri 2/21

6:49 am-5:19 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Columbus

Thu 2/27

6:15 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$316

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Wed 2/12

8:15 am-9:35 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Columbus

Tue 2/18

6:00 am-1:30 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$330

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Thu 2/6

5:45 am-4:17 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$62

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Sun 2/16

6:49 am-5:19 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$158

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Mon 2/17

8:45 am-10:35 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$374

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Deals found on 1/21

Best time to book a flight from Oakland to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Oakland to Columbus

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Oakland, California to Columbus?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland 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 January 21, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Oakland, California to Columbus in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 40% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Oakland, California to Columbus?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Oakland, California to Columbus flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon 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 January 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Oakland to Columbus, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Alaska Airlines and Spirit Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,116 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Oakland is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbus from Oakland. Booking flights from Oakland (OAK) to Columbus should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Columbus from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to Columbus round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $124, was found to be the cheapest airline from Oakland, California to Columbus.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Alaska Airlines. Spirit Airlines is 67% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Oakland, California to Columbus one-way?

    $62 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $158 and $374, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland 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 Oakland, California to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Oakland, 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 3 airlines flying from Oakland to Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Oakland 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$149Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$243Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$358Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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