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$148+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Columbus (CMH)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — CMH
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Wed 1/22
Wed 1/29
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The best prices from Portland to Columbus are usually found in February or October, booked 79 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 Portland (PDX) 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 January 17, 2025.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

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One-way from

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Average price

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Cheapest flights from Portland to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 17, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/198:28 pmPDX - CMH
1 stop15h 16mSpirit Airlines
Tue 2/259:19 pmCMH - PDX
1 stop15h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/16$148
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/1812:59 amPDX - CMH
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Tue 2/256:44 amCMH - PDX
1 stop9h 08mDelta
Deal found 1/16$337
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/176:45 pmPDX - CMH
1 stop20h 08mSun Country Air
Mon 7/218:15 pmCMH - PDX
1 stop24h 31mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/15$340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Wed 2/1910:50 pmPDX - CMH
1 stop9h 04mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/204:25 pmCMH - PDX
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/14$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Wed 2/197:20 amPDX - CMH
1 stop11h 15mSouthwest
Tue 2/256:55 amCMH - PDX
2 stops11h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$373
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/18:28 pmPDX - CMH
1 stop15h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/115:39 amCMH - PDX
2 stops15h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$401
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Mon 8/111:43 amPDX - CMH
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/194:01 pmCMH - PDX
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$409
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Thu 8/284:00 pmPDX - CMH
1 stop11h 18mAlaska Airlines
Sun 8/316:25 pmCMH - PDX
1 stop8h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/15$416

Find flights from Portland to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 January 17, 2025.

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PDX - CMH

PDXCMH

Portland

Wed 2/19

8:28 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop15h 16m

Columbus

Tue 2/25

9:19 pm-9:21 am

1 stop15h 02m

$148

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PDX - CMH

PDXCMH

Portland

Tue 2/18

12:59 am-11:02 am

1 stop7h 03m

Columbus

Tue 2/25

6:44 am-12:52 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$337

PortlandColumbus

PDX - CMH

PDXCMH

Portland

Wed 2/19

10:50 pm-10:54 am

1 stop9h 04m

Columbus

Thu 2/20

4:25 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$355

PortlandColumbus

PDX - CMH

PDXCMH

Portland

Wed 2/19

7:20 am-9:35 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Columbus

Tue 2/25

6:55 am-3:40 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$373

PortlandColumbus

PDX - CMH

PDXCMH

Portland

Wed 6/18

11:25 am-5:53 pm

1 stop27h 28m

Columbus

Sun 6/22

8:15 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop29h 31m

$390

PortlandColumbus

PDX - CMH

PDXCMH

Portland

Sat 3/1

8:28 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop15h 16m

Columbus

Tue 3/11

5:39 am-6:15 pm

2 stops15h 36m

$401

PortlandColumbus

PDX - CMH

PDXCMH

Portland

Tue 7/1

1:44 am-1:50 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Columbus

Tue 7/8

8:11 pm-12:26 am

1 stop7h 15m

$409

PortlandColumbus

PDX - CMH

PDXCMH

Portland

Thu 2/20

8:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops10h 20m

Columbus

Sun 2/23

6:15 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$508

PortlandColumbus

PDX - CMH

PDXCMH

Portland

Thu 2/13

10:16 am-2:44 pm

1 stop25h 28m

$148

PortlandColumbus

PDX - CMH

PDXCMH

Portland

Wed 3/12

6:30 am-6:13 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$169

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland to Columbus in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Portland-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-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 Portland-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 Portland to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to Columbus

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Columbus. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland 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 Portland to Columbus Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 January 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Portland to Columbus Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 47% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings 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 January 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Portland to Columbus have to say. 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
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Columbus from Portland, you will be flying from Portland, which is the city’s only airport. Portland (PDX) is located 6.0 mi from the center of Portland. There are 0 flights from Portland to Columbus per day from 7 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Portland to Columbus Airport round-trip from $148. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $337, and Southwest, from $373. These flights start at 68% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland 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 $148. Users have also found prices from $169 and $198 on Delta and Sun Country Air, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Portland 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 7 airlines flying from Portland to Columbus

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 January 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$144Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$159Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$317Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$318Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$357Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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