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$139+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — CMH
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Columbus are usually found in January or August, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Sunday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$154
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$139
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$350
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 3/39:16 pmSMF - CMH
1 stop14h 28mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/510:01 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop13h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$154
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sat 2/1512:46 pmSMF - CMH
1 stop8h 13mDelta
Fri 2/218:00 amCMH - SMF
2 stops12h 54mDelta
Deal found 1/20$380
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/2212:59 pmSMF - CMH
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/14:09 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop9h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$382
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/306:37 amSMF - CMH
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/46:52 amCMH - SMF
1 stop11h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$384
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/45:20 amSMF - CMH
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/82:15 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$447
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/225:25 amSMF - CMH
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Sun 5/255:45 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$537
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/214:10 pmSMF - CMH
2 stops23h 43mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/284:08 pmCMH - SMF
3 stops20h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$872

Find flights from Sacramento to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 21, 2025.

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SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/3

9:16 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop14h 28m

Columbus

Wed 3/5

10:01 pm-8:37 am

1 stop13h 36m

$154

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/15

12:46 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Columbus

Fri 2/21

8:00 am-5:54 pm

2 stops12h 54m

$380

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/22

12:59 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Columbus

Tue 4/1

4:09 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$382

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/30

6:37 am-5:17 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Columbus

Tue 2/4

6:52 am-3:46 pm

1 stop11h 54m

$384

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/4

5:20 am-3:05 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Columbus

Sat 2/8

2:15 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$447

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/22

5:25 am-4:35 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Columbus

Sun 5/25

5:45 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$537

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/18

4:20 pm-8:37 pm

3 stops25h 17m

$139

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/18

2:32 pm-12:14 am

1 stop6h 42m

$174

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/27

5:00 am-1:55 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$249

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/30

5:20 am-2:54 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$303

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Deals found on 1/20

Compare providers for flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Columbus in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Sacramento-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-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 Sacramento-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 Sacramento to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Columbus

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Columbus. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 25 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Columbus Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 21, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from Sacramento to Columbus Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines and United Airlines from Sacramento to Columbus by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

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
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

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
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

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
8,985 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

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
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,115 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Columbus?

    Most people fly from Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight from Sacramento to Columbus. On average, Sacramento Intl has 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day from 5 airlines. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

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

    Currently priced at $154, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Sacramento to Columbus Airport and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $380 and $382, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 64% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $139 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $174 and $249, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$149Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$306Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$338Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$357Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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