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$171+ Cheap flights from Ontario (ONT) 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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ONT — CMH
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ontario to Columbus are usually found in August or September, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Ontario to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ontario (ONT) 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 March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$278
(Frontier)

One-way from

$171
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$439
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($56 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Ontario to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ontario to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 6/412:59 amONT - CMH
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Sun 6/85:21 pmCMH - ONT
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Deal found 3/26$278
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/294:45 pmONT - CMH
1 stop9h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/15:21 pmCMH - ONT
1 stop9h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$315
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 5/273:40 pmONT - CMH
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Mon 6/27:40 pmCMH - ONT
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/112:50 pmONT - CMH
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/1011:40 amCMH - ONT
1 stop9h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$345
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 5/16:48 pmONT - CMH
2 stops11h 59mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/108:30 amCMH - ONT
1 stop7h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 7/105:53 pmONT - CMH
2 stops14h 26mDelta
Sat 7/1212:50 pmCMH - ONT
1 stop9h 39mDelta
Deal found 3/27$387
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 8/306:00 amONT - CMH
1 stop8h 37mAlaska Airlines
Sun 8/316:33 pmCMH - ONT
1 stop8h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$402
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/66:00 amONT - CMH
1 stop8h 33mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 5/86:31 pmCMH - ONT
1 stop8h 28mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$663

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ontario to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Ontario

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OntarioColumbus

ONT - CMH

ONTCMH

Ontario

Wed 6/4

12:59 am-4:26 pm

1 stop12h 27m

Columbus

Sun 6/8

5:21 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$278

OntarioColumbus

ONT - CMH

ONTCMH

Ontario

Thu 5/29

4:45 pm-5:13 am

1 stop9h 28m

Columbus

Sun 6/1

5:21 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$315

OntarioColumbus

ONT - CMH

ONTCMH

Ontario

Tue 5/27

3:40 pm-1:00 am

1 stop6h 20m

Columbus

Mon 6/2

7:40 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$343

OntarioColumbus

ONT - CMH

ONTCMH

Ontario

Thu 5/1

12:50 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Columbus

Sat 5/10

11:40 am-6:36 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$345

OntarioColumbus

ONT - CMH

ONTCMH

Ontario

Thu 5/1

6:48 pm-9:47 am

2 stops11h 59m

Columbus

Sat 5/10

8:30 am-12:38 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$350

OntarioColumbus

ONT - CMH

ONTCMH

Ontario

Thu 7/10

5:53 pm-11:19 am

2 stops14h 26m

Columbus

Sat 7/12

12:50 pm-7:29 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$387

OntarioColumbus

ONT - CMH

ONTCMH

Ontario

Sat 8/30

6:00 am-5:37 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Columbus

Sun 8/31

6:33 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$402

OntarioColumbus

ONT - CMH

ONTCMH

Ontario

Tue 5/6

6:00 am-5:33 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Columbus

Thu 5/8

6:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$663

OntarioColumbus

ONT - CMH

ONTCMH

Ontario

Thu 5/29

4:45 pm-5:13 am

1 stop9h 28m

$171

OntarioColumbus

ONT - CMH

ONTCMH

Ontario

Mon 4/28

10:15 pm-8:55 am

1 stop7h 40m

$172

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Compare providers for flights from Ontario to Columbus

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Ontario to Columbus in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice 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 Ontario-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Ontario-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Ontario-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Ontario-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 Ontario-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 Ontario to Columbus

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from Ontario with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Ontario to Columbus Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ontario to Columbus. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 35 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Ontario 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 Ontario to Columbus Airport?

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Ontario 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 March 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Ontario to Columbus Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 March 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Ontario to Columbus to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,335 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

    Ontario (ONT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Ontario to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from Ontario; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Ontario airport to Columbus. It is only a 3.1 mi journey to Ontario (ONT) from Ontario’s city center.

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

    Frontier, at $278, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ontario to Columbus Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and American Airlines. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $171. Delta flights start at $172 while deals on Frontier start at $186 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ontario to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Ontario 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Ontario to Columbus

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Ontario 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$84Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$342Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$344Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$346Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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