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$148+ Cheap flights from Portland (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 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — CMH
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Portland to Columbus are usually found in August or January, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Thursday 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 November 20, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Portland to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/46:10 amPWM - CMH
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Sun 12/85:59 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 09mDelta
Deal found 11/19$406
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/46:00 amPWM - CMH
1 stop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/86:00 amCMH - PWM
1 stop4h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$476
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 11/226:10 pmPWM - CMH
2 stops6h 45mSouthwest
Mon 11/255:20 amCMH - PWM
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 11/18$571
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 11/2212:01 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop11h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/2510:57 amCMH - PWM
3 stops29h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$643
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.
Sat 11/237:18 amPWM - CMH
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/235:38 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$691

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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PWM - CMH

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Portland

Wed 2/12

4:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Columbus

Tue 2/18

8:03 am-12:24 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$286

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PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Wed 2/12

1:05 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Columbus

Tue 2/18

6:20 am-12:50 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$296

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PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Fri 1/3

7:16 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Columbus

Fri 1/10

7:45 pm-10:32 am

2 stops14h 47m

$467

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PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Fri 1/3

6:14 pm-7:57 pm

3 stops25h 43m

Columbus

Fri 1/10

4:03 pm-11:20 am

2 stops19h 17m

$493

PortlandColumbus

PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Wed 12/4

5:00 am-1:30 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Columbus

Sun 12/8

2:11 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 48m

$1,065

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PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Thu 11/28

5:50 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$148

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PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Wed 3/5

1:05 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$178

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PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Wed 3/5

7:15 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$193

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PWM - CMH

PWMCMH

Portland

Mon 12/16

12:01 pm-6:24 pm

3 stops30h 23m

$205

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to Columbus

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

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 November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Portland, Maine to Columbus is 68 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 $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 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 November 20, 2024.

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 41% 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 November 20, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta 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
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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 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 $286, American Airlines will fly you from Portland, Maine to Columbus and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $296 and $467, respectively. American Airlines is 35% 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 American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $148. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and United Airlines, 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 $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 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$303Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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