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$95+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMH
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Los Angeles to Columbus are usually found in February or January, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Friday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 November 21, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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$173
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One-way from

$95
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/137:36 amLAX - CMH
Nonstop4h 22mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/168:57 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop6h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$173
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 12/137:36 amLAX - CMH
Nonstop4h 22mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/198:42 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop14h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$196
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/288:09 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop20h 43mFrontier
Thu 1/28:42 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop14h 53mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/1012:30 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Sun 12/156:00 amCMH - LAX
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/20$336
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Wed 12/1112:55 amLAX - CMH
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/196:00 amCMH - LAX
1 stop8h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$356
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/108:59 pmLAX - CMH
2 stops21h 46mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/159:15 amCMH - LAX
1 stop10h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$392
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Tue 12/242:15 pmLAX - CMH
1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/314:40 pmCMH - LAX
1 stop10h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$406

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 21, 2024.

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Fri 12/13

7:36 am-2:58 pm

Nonstop4h 22m

Columbus

Mon 12/16

8:57 pm-12:47 am

1 stop6h 50m

$173

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LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 1/1

10:10 am-5:33 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

Columbus

Sun 1/5

8:42 pm-12:30 am

1 stop6h 48m

$193

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LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Sat 12/28

8:09 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop20h 43m

Columbus

Thu 1/2

8:42 pm-8:35 am

1 stop14h 53m

$226

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LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 1/8

9:52 am-10:49 pm

2 stops9h 57m

Columbus

Sat 1/11

6:00 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$335

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Wed 12/11

12:55 am-10:56 am

1 stop7h 01m

Columbus

Thu 12/19

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop8h 53m

$356

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Sun 1/26

7:55 pm-5:17 pm

1 stop18h 22m

Columbus

Fri 1/31

6:17 pm-7:11 am

2 stops15h 54m

$359

Los AngelesColumbus

LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Thu 12/5

5:30 am-6:43 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$95

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Los Angeles

Wed 12/11

8:20 am-8:27 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$154

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LAX - CMH

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Los Angeles

Wed 12/25

8:09 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop20h 43m

$155

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LAX - CMH

LAXCMH

Los Angeles

Tue 12/24

11:55 pm-10:20 am

1 stop7h 25m

$158

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Columbus in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
KAYAKPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Los Angeles-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Columbus

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Columbus. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

Booking 54 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport. 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 Los Angeles to Columbus Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 21, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Columbus. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Columbus Airport 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 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 November 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Columbus, such as Spirit Airlines, Delta and American Airlines. 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
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Los Angeles to Columbus, you will be flying from Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Los Angeles is the only Los Angeles airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. 5 airlines have flights to Columbus from Los Angeles on a regular basis.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $173 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Delta, starting at $226 and $335 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport for 34% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $95. Users have also found prices from $154 and $155 on United Airlines and Frontier, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport is $80. On average you can expect to pay $214. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Columbus), can usually be booked for $144.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport?

    The most popular layover on flights from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport is Chicago.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Chicago?

    If you're on a layover in Chicago and looking for things to do, consider visiting Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, or River North. Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, and River North are located about 15.5 mi, 16.2 mi, and 15.0 mi, respectively from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Chicago can rent one for about $57 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Columbus Airport flights?

    Los Angeles to Columbus Airport flights have a layover in Las Vegas the least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Los Angeles to Columbus Airport 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 5 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$182Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$272Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$305Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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