
Popular airlines to Columbus
- American Airlines
American Airlines
- Delta
Delta
- United
United
- Frontier Airlines
Frontier Airlines
- Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines
- Breeze Airways
Breeze Airways
- British Airways
British Airways
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How much is the cheapest flight to Columbus?
Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $69 for one-way flights and $138 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.




Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus (CMH) to Madison (MSN)
April is typically the cheapest month to fly
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Tips to find the cheapest flights to Columbus
The cheapest day to fly
Get started finding a cheap flight to Columbus on Expedia by either choosing a deal on this page or entering into the search bar your travel dates, origin airport, and whether you want roundtrip or one-way airfare. You can filter for flexibility, number of stops, airline, and departure/arrival times to find the best flight for you.
The cheapest month to fly
November is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus. This coincides with the low season when fewer people travel. Whichever month you travel in, though, be sure to book at least a month in advance if you want to score cheap tickets to Columbus. ARC's data shows that domestic flights booked 28 days or more before departure are typically 24% cheaper than those booked last minute.
The most affordable time to book a flight
Typically, a Sunday can be the cheapest time to book a flight to Columbus, according to ARC’s data. On average, you could save between 6% and 13% by booking on a Sunday instead of a Friday, which is the most expensive day to make a reservation.
The cheapest round-trip tickets to Columbus
The lowest price for round-trip flights to Columbus in 2025 starts from from $138, while one-way tickets start from from $69. Expedia's effective search tool is one of the best ways to find a budget airfare. Simply enter your dates, and within seconds, it'll show you a vast selection of the cheapest flights to Columbus. If you have a preferred departure time or airline, you can use the handy filters to customize your search.
The cheapest airlines flying to Columbus
Sun Country Airlines, Breeze Airways, Frontier Airlines, American Airlines, United are just some of the airlines that can typically offer cheap tickets to Columbus. You can find their most affordable flights by using the “airline” search filter and then sorting prices from low to high. As a trusted partner of the world's leading airlines, Expedia offers you some of the best airfare deals to Columbus and countless more destinations worldwide.
The most affordable airports to fly into
To view the cheapest airports to fly into for Columbus, simply order your search results from lowest to highest price. Expedia's search tool compares flight prices for all airports close to your destination, so you don't have to manually search them one by one to find the cheapest flight to Columbus. If you have a preferred place to fly into, take advantage of the “arrival airport” filter to narrow down your search on Expedia.
Save with a package
With Expedia's amazing package deals, you could save hundreds of dollars by booking your Columbus plane tickets together with your accommodations, car rental, or activities. Just select the search wizard's “package” option to view some of the cheapest deals. Look out for the green savings label to see how much you're saving.
Date flexibility for the cheapest flights to Columbus
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, it's a good idea to broaden your search by comparing prices on different days. This will open up more options, meaning you could uncover a less expensive flight to Columbus.
Stopover savings
The cheapest tickets to Columbus are sometimes those with a stopover. Book one of these flights, and you'll change planes at an airport en route to Columbus. While the overall travel time might be longer than a non-stop flight, you may decide it's worth it for the money saved.
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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.
Frequently asked questions
Destination airport | Dane County Regional |
Destination airport IATA code | MSN |
Destination city name | Madison |
Roundtrip price | $138 |
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