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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles to Columbus? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 214 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Columbus.214 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 214 €, select.
Columbus.215 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 215 €, select.
Columbus.215 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 215 €, select.
Columbus.215 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Wed, 14 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 215 €, select.
Columbus.217 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 217 €, select.
Columbus.219 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Wed, 29 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 219 €, select.
Columbus.243 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 243 €, select.
Columbus.284 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug, returning Sat, 12 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 284 €, select.
Columbus.287 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Sun, 9 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Columbus.287 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec, returning Thu, 14 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Columbus.287 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Wed, 5 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Columbus.287 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Columbus.287 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Sat, 12 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Columbus.287 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Columbus.287 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Columbus.288 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Wed, 14 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 288 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Columbus

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles to Columbus flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from 219 €
Aug
from 214 €
Sep
from 215 €
Oct
from 215 €
Nov
from 289 €
Dec
from 339 €
Jan
from 296 €
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Mar
from 380 €
Apr
from 297 €
May
from 335 €
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Direct flights from Los Angeles to Columbus

Alternative Los Angeles to Columbus routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles to Columbus? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Port Columbus

11km from central Columbus
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from 214 €
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Columbus Rickenbacker

17km from central Columbus
from 361 €
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Los Angeles to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found214 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time4 hrs, 26 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week36

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Columbus: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Columbus: Port Columbus and Columbus Rickenbacker.
The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Columbus is 214 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 26 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Columbus.
American Airlines, United and Qantas fly direct from Los Angeles to Columbus.
As of July 2026, there are 36 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Columbus is usually August.
If you're flying from Los Angeles, the cheapest airport near Columbus is Port Columbus – which is 10.8 km away from the centre of Columbus. We've found flights into this airport from 214 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Columbus on Wednesday, 19 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 26 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Columbus but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Columbus is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. July is typically the warmest month in Columbus, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -7°C. The rainiest month is May.
The cheapest airline that flies to Columbus is Frontier Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Columbus Rickenbacker Airport is United.

Travelling from Los Angeles to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Begin your trip planning by checking out the departure points for your flight from Los Angeles to Columbus. Explore the options for setting off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY), two of the city's main airports.

  • Port Columbus Airport (CMH) and Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK) are the chief entry points to Columbus.

  • Take a direct Los Angeles to Columbus flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 30 minutes.

  • Columbus is three hours ahead of Los Angeles and is in the UTC-5 timezone.

  • You can pick from 16 weekly services between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Port Columbus Airport (CMH). This is the most popular route when booking flights from Los Angeles to Columbus.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your Los Angeles to Columbus flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Columbus

  • To find cheap Los Angeles to Columbus flights, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Los Angeles to Columbus.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Columbus by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Lock in a cheap Los Angeles to Columbus flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • You can book a direct flight from Los Angeles to Columbus departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Begin your trip at LAX and come in for landing at Port Columbus Airport (CMH).

  • You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct Los Angeles to Columbus plane tickets with departures from LAX, including:

  • Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a handy hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Columbus, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

  • Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from LAX reach their destination on time.

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

Arriving in Columbus

Port Columbus Airport (CMH)

  • The distance from Port Columbus Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is roughly 10 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Columbus, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near CMH:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Port Columbus Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis to explore Columbus and beyond.

  • Reserve your ride from Port Columbus Airport at least a few weeks before your trip to get the lowest price. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, it's a good idea to book your Los Angeles to Columbus flight even earlier.

  • You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.

Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK)

  • The centre of Columbus is approximately 16 kilometres from Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK). Once your flight from Los Angeles to Columbus has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.

  • Baymont by Wyndham Columbus/Rickenbacker is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of LCK. Check in here after your flight from Los Angeles to Columbus and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • March is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Columbus, while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Columbus based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book a Los Angeles to Columbus ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Columbus to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Look for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Columbus in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.

More about Columbus

Explore more of the United States

  • Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Columbus. Around 451 kilometres to the northwest, its top attractions include Millennium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in the United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 274 kilometres west of Columbus. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Los Angeles to Columbus

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