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$78+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Portland (PDX)

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CMH — PDX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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The best prices from Columbus to Portland are usually found in January or November, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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 (PDX). 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 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$174
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$146
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$397
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 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/251:25 pmCMH - PDX
3 stops23h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/111:15 amPDX - CMH
2 stops27h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$193
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/86:23 pmCMH - PDX
1 stop8h 32mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/157:01 pmPDX - CMH
2 stops13h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$270
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2912:20 pmCMH - PDX
1 stop8h 11mDelta
Mon 5/512:50 amPDX - CMH
1 stop7h 29mDelta
Deal found 2/19$317
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/215:57 pmCMH - PDX
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/2810:00 pmPDX - CMH
1 stop10h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/18$337
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Thu 6/196:50 pmCMH - PDX
1 stop6h 56mSun Country Air
Sun 6/2211:59 pmPDX - CMH
1 stop16h 18mSun Country Air
Deal found 2/19$343
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/16:23 pmCMH - PDX
1 stop21h 02mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/83:02 pmPDX - CMH
1 stop23h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$359
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Tue 4/297:35 pmCMH - PDX
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Tue 5/65:20 amPDX - CMH
2 stops10h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$375
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/298:30 amCMH - PDX
2 stops13h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/610:00 amPDX - CMH
2 stops10h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$428

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 20, 2025.

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Columbus

Fly to

Portland

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Tue 3/25

1:25 pm-10:20 am

3 stops23h 55m

Portland

Tue 4/1

11:15 am-5:25 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$193

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Tue 4/8

6:23 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Portland

Tue 4/15

7:01 pm-11:05 am

2 stops13h 04m

$270

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Tue 4/29

12:20 pm-5:31 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Portland

Tue 5/6

11:19 pm-11:36 am

1 stop9h 17m

$317

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Mon 4/21

5:57 pm-12:02 am

1 stop9h 05m

Portland

Mon 4/28

10:00 pm-11:14 am

1 stop10h 14m

$337

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Tue 4/1

6:23 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop21h 02m

Portland

Tue 4/8

3:02 pm-5:27 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$359

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Tue 4/29

7:35 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Portland

Tue 5/6

5:20 am-7:00 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$375

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Tue 3/25

3:30 pm-12:50 am

2 stops12h 20m

Portland

Wed 4/2

11:59 pm-9:45 am

1 stop6h 46m

$423

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Thu 3/6

6:15 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Portland

Mon 3/10

7:15 am-5:19 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$514

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Tue 3/4

9:19 pm-1:38 pm

1 stop19h 19m

$78

ColumbusPortland

CMH - PDX

CMHPDX

Columbus

Tue 3/11

12:40 pm-5:32 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$159

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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?

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.

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus to Portland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 39 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Portland?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Portland (average of $277). Flying from Columbus to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 PDX?

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 20, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to Portland in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Portland flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 ranges from 0.7 - 5.6 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Portland when rainfall is around 0.7 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, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 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 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Columbus to Portland. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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?

    Portland (PDX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to Portland. You should not have trouble finding flights to Portland from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights to the Portland airport from Columbus. It is only a 6.0 mi journey from Portland (PDX) to Portland’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus to Portland is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $174 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Sun Country Air, starting at $317 and $319 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 60% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $146. Users have also found prices from $192 and $221 on American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • 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?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Portland (average of $277). Flying from Columbus to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 8 airlines flying from Columbus to Portland

Discover the top 8 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$132Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$150Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$256Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$257Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$293Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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