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$60+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Columbus (CMH)

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 3/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — CMH
feb. 25 — mar. 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Columbus (CMH). 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 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$119
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$60
(FlightHub)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Good round-trip deal

$299 or less

Good one-way deal

$248 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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. 3/75:16 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop24h 09mSpirit Airlines
mar. 3/1112:40 pmCMH - DTW
1 stop19h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$119
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mar. 4/18:35 amDTW - CMH
Nonstop1h 09mDelta
vie. 4/46:30 amCMH - DTW
Nonstop1h 07mDelta
Deal found 2/20$397
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/39:25 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop3h 05mSouthwest
mar. 8/56:35 amCMH - DTW
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$411
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
jue. 3/62:05 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop8h 02mUnited Airlines
jue. 3/132:23 pmCMH - DTW
1 stop9h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$471

Find flights from Detroit to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 febrero 20, 2025.

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Detroit

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 3/7

5:16 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop24h 09m

Columbus

mar. 3/11

12:40 pm-8:27 am

1 stop19h 47m

$119

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 4/1

8:35 am-9:44 am

Nonstop1h 09m

Columbus

vie. 4/4

6:30 am-7:37 am

Nonstop1h 07m

$397

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 3/6

2:05 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Columbus

jue. 3/13

2:23 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$471

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 3/19

6:18 am-5:25 pm

1 stop11h 07m

$60

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 3/18

7:02 am-5:26 pm

1 stop10h 24m

$141

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 5/20

6:45 am-1:35 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$154

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 3/18

9:39 am-6:36 pm

2 stops8h 57m

$250

DetroitColumbus

DTW - CMH

DTWCMH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 3/19

12:06 pm-11:38 pm

2 stops11h 32m

$261

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Deals found on 2/20

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Columbus Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit-Columbus Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Columbus

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTT to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 febrero 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit to Columbus Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Columbus Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Columbus. 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 20, 2025.

The most flights from DTT to CMH are scheduled on a Wednesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport, 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 febrero 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Detroit to Columbus to help guide your decision. 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
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,013 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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

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

    For a flight from Detroit to Columbus, you will be flying from All airports. Detroit All airports (DTT) is just 0.6 mi from the center of the city. All airports is the only Detroit airport and it handles 11 outbound flights to Columbus per day. 1 airline has flights to Columbus from Detroit All airports on a regular basis.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($119), Delta ($397), and United Airlines ($471) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit to Columbus Airport. These flights start at 68% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $60 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $141 and Southwest from $154 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to Columbus Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit to Columbus Airport on time: Republic Airways (92%), Air France (85%), WestJet (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Columbus Airport?

    While on average a flight from Detroit to Columbus Airport is generally $324, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $238. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Columbus), you can expect to pay $103 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit to Columbus Airport?

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