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$137+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Portland, ME (PWM)

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — PWM
Feb 23 — Mar 21
Sun 2/23
Sun 3/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Columbus to Portland are usually found in January or September, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Portland (PWM). 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 February 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$178
(Priceline)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$572
From Columbus to Portland
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 18, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/912:05 pmCMH - PWM
Nonstop2h 02mBreeze Airways
Mon 6/162:52 pmPWM - CMH
Nonstop2h 13mBreeze Airways
Deal found 2/16$137
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 4/165:54 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 46mDelta
Wed 4/235:20 amPWM - CMH
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Deal found 2/18$287
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 8/16:50 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/46:16 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop18h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17$326
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2110:19 amCMH - PWM
1 stop23h 04mFrontier
Sun 2/2310:08 amPWM - CMH
1 stop23h 17mFrontier
Deal found 2/17$340
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 4/169:45 amCMH - PWM
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Wed 4/2312:30 pmPWM - CMH
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 2/17$342
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 5/156:16 amCMH - PWM
1 stop4h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/194:33 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/17$347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/410:26 amCMH - PWM
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/113:55 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/18$417

Find flights from Columbus to Portland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Portland 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 February 18, 2025.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Portland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Thu 5/15

12:20 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Portland

Mon 5/19

2:52 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$178

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Wed 4/16

5:54 pm-12:40 am

1 stop6h 46m

Portland

Wed 4/23

5:20 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 59m

$287

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Fri 2/21

10:19 am-9:23 am

1 stop23h 04m

Portland

Sun 2/23

10:08 am-9:25 am

1 stop23h 17m

$340

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Wed 4/16

9:45 am-1:25 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Portland

Wed 4/23

12:30 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$342

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Thu 5/15

6:16 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 04m

Portland

Mon 5/19

4:33 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$347

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Tue 3/4

10:26 am-2:42 pm

1 stop4h 16m

Portland

Tue 3/11

3:55 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$417

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Mon 3/3

6:00 am-5:10 pm

2 stops11h 10m

Portland

Fri 3/7

6:18 pm-8:31 pm

2 stops26h 13m

$418

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Deals found on 2/17

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Portland

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Portland

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Portland. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to Portland, Maine. 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 Columbus to Portland, Maine?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Portland, Maine (average of $296). Flying from Columbus to Portland, Maine in April is currently the most expensive (average of $498). 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 CMH to PWM?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Portland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus to Portland, Maine in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 71% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to Portland, Maine?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Portland. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Portland, Maine flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Portland by month

Plan your trip to Portland by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Portland, Maine ranges from 2.9 - 4.5 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Portland, Maine when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Portland by month

Plan your trip to Portland by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Portland, Maine, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Portland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portland. 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 Portland. Reviews last updated February 18, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,423 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
4,423 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,423 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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.

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,423 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
8,246 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,423 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
8,779 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,423 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
4,423 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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 Columbus to Portland. 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 into for flights to Portland from Columbus?

    Located just 2.9 mi from the city center, Portland is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Portland from Columbus. Booking flights from Columbus to Portland (PWM) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Columbus from 4 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus to Portland, Maine is Breeze Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $178 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Frontier, starting at $287 and $340 round-trip. Breeze Airways is 56% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Portland, Maine?

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Portland, Maine is generally $131, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $131. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Portland), you can expect to pay $137 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Portland 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 Columbus to Portland, Maine?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Portland, Maine (average of $296). Flying from Columbus to Portland, Maine in April is currently the most expensive (average of $498). 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 4 airlines flying from Columbus to Portland

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Portland. 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 February 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$312Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$316Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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