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$49+ Cheap flights from Orlando (MCO) 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 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCO — CMH
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Fri 2/28
Fri 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Orlando to Columbus are usually found in August or March, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Orlando to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Orlando (MCO) 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 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$90
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$49
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$193
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Cheapest flights from Orlando to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orlando to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 23, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 4/39:00 amMCO - CMH
Nonstop2h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sun 4/65:10 amCMH - MCO
Nonstop2h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/23$90
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/148:19 amMCO - CMH
Nonstop2h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/156:30 pmCMH - MCO
Nonstop2h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$105
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/36:55 amMCO - CMH
Nonstop2h 30mFrontier
Wed 3/1211:46 amCMH - MCO
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
Deal found 2/21$128
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/243:00 pmMCO - CMH
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Thu 3/274:15 pmCMH - MCO
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 2/22$328
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/810:00 amMCO - CMH
1 stop5h 13mDelta
Tue 3/114:30 pmCMH - MCO
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 2/22$343

Find flights from Orlando to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Orlando 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 23, 2025.

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Return

Price

OrlandoColumbus

MCO - CMH

MCOCMH

Orlando

Thu 4/3

9:00 am-11:19 am

Nonstop2h 19m

Columbus

Sun 4/6

5:10 am-7:30 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$90

OrlandoColumbus

MCO - CMH

MCOCMH

Orlando

Fri 3/14

8:19 am-10:46 am

Nonstop2h 27m

Columbus

Sat 3/15

6:30 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$105

OrlandoColumbus

MCO - CMH

MCOCMH

Orlando

Thu 3/6

3:19 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Columbus

Thu 3/13

7:00 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$136

OrlandoColumbus

MCO - CMH

MCOCMH

Orlando

Mon 3/24

3:00 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Columbus

Thu 3/27

4:15 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$328

OrlandoColumbus

MCO - CMH

MCOCMH

Orlando

Sat 3/8

10:00 am-3:13 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Columbus

Tue 3/11

4:30 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$343

OrlandoColumbus

MCO - CMH

MCOCMH

Orlando

Wed 3/26

12:16 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Columbus

Tue 4/1

10:26 am-9:59 pm

2 stops11h 33m

$398

OrlandoColumbus

MCO - CMH

MCOCMH

Orlando

Fri 7/25

6:36 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Columbus

Sun 7/27

6:03 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$440

OrlandoColumbus

MCO - CMH

MCOCMH

Orlando

Tue 3/18

11:36 am-5:25 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$49

OrlandoColumbus

MCO - CMH

MCOCMH

Orlando

Mon 3/3

6:55 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$59

OrlandoColumbus

MCO - CMH

MCOCMH

Orlando

Thu 5/22

1:00 pm-8:08 pm

2 stops7h 08m

$171

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Travel insights for flights from Orlando to Columbus

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

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

Booking 43 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Orlando Airport 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 Orlando Airport to Columbus?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Orlando 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 23, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from Orlando Airport to Columbus by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Orlando Airport to Columbus?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Orlando Airport to Columbus

Explore weekly flight availability from Orlando 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 23, 2025.

The most flights from MCO to C01 are scheduled on a Thursday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 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 23, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Orlando to Columbus, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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.

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
8,754 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Orlando 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 Orlando Airport to Columbus round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($90), Frontier ($136), and Southwest ($328) offers the cheapest pricing from Orlando Airport to Columbus. You may be able to fly from Orlando Airport to Columbus for 50% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $49 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $59 and Breeze Airways from $171 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Orlando Airport to Columbus?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Orlando Airport to Columbus are Frontier (80%), Spirit Airlines (77%) and Southwest (73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Orlando Airport to Columbus?

    On average you can expect to pay $184 for a flight from Orlando Airport to Columbus. The cheapest flight overall is $38 while the most popular route, (Orlando - Columbus) is currently priced at $86.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orlando 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 Orlando Airport to Columbus?

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Orlando 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 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$55Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$73Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$174Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$218Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$270Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$271Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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