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$117+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA 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 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riverside to Columbus are usually found in August or October, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Columbus

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to Columbus flight deals. Data was last updated April 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$187
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$117
(CheapOair)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$274
From Riverside to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Riverside to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 5/711:10 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop19h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/137:05 amCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/1$187
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Thu 5/88:40 amLAX - CMH
Nonstop4h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/135:20 pmCMH - LAX
Nonstop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$257
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 5/88:40 amLAX - CMH
Nonstop4h 27mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/137:05 amCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/71:15 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/89:00 amCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$272
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/88:18 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Mon 4/1411:44 amCMH - LAX
1 stop10h 34mFrontier
Deal found 4/1$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 8/1110:45 amLAX - CMH
1 stop8h 35mDelta
Sat 8/167:00 amCMH - LAX
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/1$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sat 8/28:15 amLAX - CMH
2 stops11h 55mSouthwest
Mon 8/185:25 amCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/1$312

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 April 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to Columbus that are best for you.

Fly from

Riverside

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 5/7

11:10 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Columbus

Tue 5/13

7:05 am-11:32 am

1 stop7h 27m

$187

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Thu 5/8

8:40 am-4:07 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

Columbus

Tue 5/13

5:20 pm-7:21 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

$257

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Thu 5/8

8:40 am-4:07 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

Columbus

Tue 5/13

7:05 am-11:32 am

1 stop7h 27m

$259

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 5/7

1:15 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Columbus

Thu 5/8

9:00 am-1:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$272

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 4/18

12:45 am-11:50 am

1 stop8h 05m

Columbus

Wed 4/23

7:00 am-3:14 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$281

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Mon 4/14

8:18 pm-3:28 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Columbus

Thu 4/17

7:08 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$288

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Sat 8/2

8:15 am-11:10 pm

2 stops11h 55m

Columbus

Mon 8/18

5:25 am-9:40 am

1 stop7h 15m

$312

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Fri 4/18

11:58 am-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$117

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

Thu 4/17

8:18 pm-10:48 am

1 stop11h 30m

$135

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riverside to Columbus

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to Columbus. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Riverside 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 R1V to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 April 2, 2025.

When flying from Riverside to Columbus, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Riverside to Columbus?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riverside 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 April 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Riverside to Columbus to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,823 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,615 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
157 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riverside 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 to fly from Riverside to Columbus one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $117. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Riverside to Columbus for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Riverside to Columbus?

    Before booking your flight to Columbus from Riverside, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qantas Airways (100%), American Airlines (90%), Alaska Airlines( 90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riverside to Columbus?

    The cheapest flight price from Riverside to Columbus is $78. On average you can expect to pay $661. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Columbus), can usually be booked for $179.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riverside 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 Riverside to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Riverside 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 8 airlines flying from Riverside to Columbus

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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 April 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$126Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$197Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$198Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$205Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$291Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$369Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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