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$55+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Phoenix

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CMH — PHX
feb. 24 — mar. 31
lun. 2/24
lun. 3/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Columbus to Phoenix are usually found in August or July, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Phoenix (PH1). 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 febrero 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$380
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$55
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$487
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Phoenix
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Phoenix. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 19, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/221:25 pmCMH - PHX
2 stops11h 37mSpirit Airlines
mié. 3/264:02 pmPHX - CMH
3 stops41h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$380
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 2/285:05 pmCMH - PHX
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
lun. 3/312:59 amPHX - CMH
2 stops17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$382
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 3/28:56 pmCMH - PHX
1 stop28h 58mFrontier
jue. 3/612:21 amPHX - CMH
1 stop8h 25mFrontier
Deal found 2/18$387
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.
lun. 4/213:55 pmCMH - PHX
Nonstop4h 15mSouthwest
mié. 4/234:40 pmPHX - CMH
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 2/18$395
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/67:06 amCMH - PHX
1 stop18h 53mDelta
mar. 3/1111:00 pmPHX - CMH
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Deal found 2/18$409
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/145:59 pmCMH - PHX
Nonstop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
jue. 3/2012:50 amPHX - CMH
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/17$411
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/155:56 pmCMH - PHX
1 stop8h 58mUnited Airlines
vie. 3/2112:45 amPHX - CMH
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$423
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/156:23 pmCMH - PHX
2 stops21h 03mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 4/195:15 amPHX - CMH
1 stop9h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/18$503

Find flights from Columbus to Phoenix within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Phoenix 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 febrero 19, 2025.

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Price

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

sáb. 3/22

1:25 pm-10:02 pm

2 stops11h 37m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mié. 3/26

4:02 pm-12:25 pm

3 stops41h 23m

$380

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

sáb. 3/1

9:19 pm-11:40 am

1 stop16h 21m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

dom. 3/2

12:01 am-9:25 am

1 stop7h 24m

$387

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

mar. 4/8

6:23 pm-9:35 am

2 stops18h 12m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

jue. 4/10

7:31 pm-5:27 pm

2 stops18h 56m

$393

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

jue. 4/17

7:48 am-9:06 am

Nonstop4h 18m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

lun. 4/21

3:45 pm-10:34 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

$395

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

jue. 4/17

8:10 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mar. 4/22

4:40 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$405

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

dom. 5/11

5:50 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

jue. 5/15

10:55 pm-9:40 am

1 stop7h 45m

$416

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

sáb. 3/15

5:56 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

vie. 3/21

12:45 am-9:41 am

1 stop5h 56m

$423

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

vie. 3/14

11:46 am-10:16 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

dom. 3/23

11:21 pm-10:46 am

1 stop8h 25m

$450

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

mar. 4/1

5:42 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$55

ColumbusPhoenix

CMH - PHX

CMHPHX

Columbus

mar. 3/25

1:25 pm-10:02 pm

2 stops35h 37m

$76

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Phoenix

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Phoenix

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbus to Phoenix, you should look to book at least 86 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Phoenix?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Columbus to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 PHX?

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to Phoenix in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on April 7, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Phoenix

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to Phoenix. 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 febrero 19, 2025.

The most flights from C01 to PH1 are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Phoenix by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Phoenix ranges from 0.0 - 1.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.1 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Phoenix when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Phoenix by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Phoenix, 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 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Phoenix

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Phoenix. 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 Phoenix. Reviews last updated febrero 19, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Phoenix, such as Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
9,691 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,771 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Phoenix, with prices starting at $380. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $387 and $395, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 13% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $55 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $67 and Sun Country Air from $148 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Phoenix from Columbus, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (94%), Alaska Airlines (92%), Southwest( 79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Phoenix?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to Phoenix? While on average our users pay $669, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $183. The most popular route (Columbus - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), is priced around $166.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Columbus to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 Columbus to Phoenix

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Phoenix. 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 febrero 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$78Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$141Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$288Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$329Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$378Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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