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$144+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME (PWM) 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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — CMH
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Portland to Columbus are usually found in August or September, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) 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 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$257
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$144
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$466
From Portland to Columbus
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/110:23 amPWM - CMH
1 stop9h 28mFrontier
Mon 3/310:25 amCMH - PWM
1 stop22h 53mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 2/206:00 amPWM - CMH
1 stop15h 31mDelta
Mon 2/245:55 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop17h 24mDelta
Deal found 1/30$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 2/282:50 pmPWM - CMH
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Mon 3/36:20 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 1/30$352
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 3/18:07 pmPWM - CMH
3 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/36:00 amCMH - PWM
2 stops11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$440
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 2/194:04 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/2410:26 amCMH - PWM
2 stops12h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$442

Find flights from Portland to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 30, 2025.

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PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Sat 3/1

10:23 am-7:51 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Columbus

Mon 3/3

10:25 am-9:18 am

1 stop22h 53m

$257

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Thu 2/20

6:00 am-9:31 pm

1 stop15h 31m

Columbus

Mon 2/24

5:55 pm-11:19 am

1 stop17h 24m

$267

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Fri 2/28

2:50 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Columbus

Mon 3/3

6:20 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$352

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Sat 3/1

8:07 pm-8:42 pm

3 stops24h 35m

Columbus

Mon 3/3

6:00 am-5:10 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$440

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Wed 2/19

4:04 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Columbus

Mon 2/24

10:26 am-11:15 pm

2 stops12h 49m

$442

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Wed 2/19

5:34 am-12:58 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$144

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Mon 7/14

12:32 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$196

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Thu 4/10

4:40 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$199

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Mon 2/17

6:18 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops21h 42m

$217

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Wed 2/19

7:15 pm-3:53 pm

2 stops20h 38m

$260

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to Columbus

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Columbus. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Portland, Maine to Columbus is 60 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Columbus?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 30, 2025.

When flying from Portland, Maine to Columbus, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 40% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Portland to Columbus have to say. 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
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Sun Country Air
7.0
Good
386 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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

    Portland (PWM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Portland to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from Portland; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Portland airport to Columbus. It is only a 2.9 mi journey to Portland (PWM) from Portland’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland, Maine to Columbus round-trip?

    Currently priced at $257, Frontier will fly you from Portland, Maine to Columbus and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $267 and $352, respectively. Frontier is 41% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland, Maine to Columbus one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $144. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sun Country Air and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Portland, Maine to Columbus for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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 Portland, Maine to Columbus?

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$271Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$303Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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