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$129+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — LAX
Feb 24 — Mar 31
Mon 2/24
Mon 3/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Columbus to Los Angeles are usually found in April or May, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$273
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$129
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$370
From Columbus to Los Angeles
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 19, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/98:10 amCMH - LAX
1 stop9h 30mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/195:00 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop10h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$272
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Thu 5/812:25 pmCMH - LAX
2 stops32h 28mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/1110:19 pmLAX - CMH
2 stops16h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/17$273
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/137:00 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop27h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/176:00 amLAX - CMH
1 stop11h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Fri 9/1212:50 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Fri 9/1912:45 amLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Deal found 2/17$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/306:00 pmCMH - LAX
Nonstop5h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 4/39:50 amLAX - CMH
Nonstop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/18$280
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/146:00 amCMH - LAX
1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/205:30 amLAX - CMH
1 stop8h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$335
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Thu 4/107:40 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Sun 5/45:25 amLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 2/18$348

Find flights from Columbus to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Los Angeles 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 19, 2025.

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Columbus

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Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Fri 3/7

5:45 am-11:00 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/16

1:10 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop28h 46m

$273

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 3/19

6:00 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop5h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/25

9:50 am-5:10 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$274

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Thu 3/13

7:00 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop27h 18m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/17

6:00 am-8:56 pm

1 stop11h 56m

$276

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 7/30

2:20 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop9h 43m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/9

11:45 pm-9:58 am

1 stop7h 13m

$277

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Thu 7/3

6:05 pm-7:56 am

1 stop16h 51m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/9

11:55 pm-5:53 pm

1 stop14h 58m

$335

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sat 7/19

4:40 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/19

12:15 am-9:55 am

1 stop6h 40m

$341

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Fri 3/28

6:00 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop5h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/23

9:20 am-4:55 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$347

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Wed 6/25

7:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/30

12:40 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$348

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Sun 4/20

5:57 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

$129

ColumbusLos Angeles

CMH - LAX

CMHLAX

Columbus

Fri 3/21

1:36 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop12h 12m

$130

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Los Angeles

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Los Angeles

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Columbus to Los Angeles is 88 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 Columbus to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Columbus to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 CMH to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 19, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Los Angeles at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 66% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to Los Angeles?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated February 19, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines from Columbus to Los Angeles. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,691 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,236 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,771 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Los Angeles. 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 into for flights to Los Angeles from Columbus?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Los Angeles is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Los Angeles from Columbus. Booking flights from Columbus to Los Angeles (LAX) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Columbus from 8 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to Los Angeles round-trip from $273. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $274, and Delta, from $277. These flights start at 9% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus to Los Angeles one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $129. Users have also found prices from $130 and $138 on Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    Consider Delta (100%), United Airlines (100%) or Spirit Airlines (67%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Columbus to Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $128. While the most popular route (Columbus - Los Angeles) can be booked for $148 on average our data indicates $298 when flying from Columbus to Los Angeles.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Los Angeles 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 Columbus to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Columbus to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 Columbus to Los Angeles

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Los Angeles. 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 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$94Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$175Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$185Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$255Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$267Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$318Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$342Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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