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$140+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Portland, ME (PWM)

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CMH — PWM
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Portland
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/257:45 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop4h 14mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/296:00 amPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$383
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/298:10 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Sat 1/35:15 amPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/308:10 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Sat 1/35:15 amPWM - CMH
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$427
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/308:10 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Fri 1/25:30 amPWM - CMH
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$437
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/298:10 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Fri 1/23:15 pmPWM - CMH
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$473
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/158:33 pmCMH - PWM
2 stops38h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/226:05 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop22h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$486
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/294:40 pmCMH - PWM
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:30 pmPWM - CMH
1 stop4h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$487

Find 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 December 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$195
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$140
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$386
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Portland that are best for you.

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Price

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Sat 1/17

8:08 am-12:30 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Portland

Sun 1/18

5:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$255

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Wed 1/7

5:04 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Portland

Fri 1/9

6:16 am-12:04 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$288

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Wed 1/21

6:40 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Portland

Wed 1/28

11:12 am-3:45 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$297

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Wed 1/7

6:01 pm-12:20 am

1 stop6h 19m

Portland

Tue 1/13

6:00 am-10:23 am

1 stop4h 23m

$297

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Wed 2/25

5:50 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Portland

Wed 3/4

5:45 am-1:00 pm

2 stops7h 15m

$302

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Wed 1/21

6:40 am-2:55 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Portland

Wed 1/28

12:45 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$307

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Tue 1/6

11:20 am-5:16 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Portland

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-1:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$311

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Thu 2/19

6:10 am-11:18 am

1 stop5h 08m

Portland

Tue 2/24

6:30 am-11:59 am

1 stop5h 29m

$311

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Sat 1/17

1:15 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Portland

Sun 1/18

5:45 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$324

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PWM

CMHPWM

Columbus

Thu 1/8

8:15 am-12:08 pm

1 stop3h 53m

Portland

Thu 1/15

6:00 am-10:23 am

1 stop4h 23m

$325

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Portland

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Portland

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 December 5, 2025.

Booking 32 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Portland, Maine (average of $104). Flying from Columbus to Portland, Maine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $239). 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 December 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus to Portland, Maine in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 37% 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 December 6, 2025.

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

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 December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Portland, such as Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.

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 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Portland, Maine?

    Departing from Columbus to Portland, Maine will take you 4h 22m. Columbus and Portland, Maine are separated by a distance of 694 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus to Portland, Maine is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $116 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Breeze Airways and United Airlines, starting at $121 and $178 round-trip. Delta 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 Columbus to Portland, Maine one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to Portland, Maine are Breeze Airways ($79), American Airlines ($116), and Delta ($116).

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

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Portland, Maine is generally $198, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $119. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Portland), you can expect to pay $195 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Portland, Maine (average of $104). Flying from Columbus to Portland, Maine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $239). 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 Columbus to Portland

Discover the top 5 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$127Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$196Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$232Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$294Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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