$40 Cheap Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Columbus (CMH)

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Cheap Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Columbus (EWR-CMH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $40 for one-way flights and $80 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Fri, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 12
EWR
New York
CMH
Columbus
$80 Roundtrip, just found
$80
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from New York to Columbus, returning Fri, Sep 12, priced at $80 just found
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 5
EWR
New York
CMH
Columbus
$95 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$95
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from New York to Columbus, returning Fri, Sep 5, priced at $95 found 8 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 12
EWR
New York
CMH
Columbus
$106 Roundtrip, just found
$106
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from New York to Columbus, returning Fri, Sep 12, priced at $106 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 27
EWR
New York
CMH
Columbus
$110 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$110
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from New York to Columbus, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $110 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 26
EWR
New York
CMH
Columbus
$120 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$120
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from New York to Columbus, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $120 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 3
EWR
New York
CMH
Columbus
$121 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$121
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from New York to Columbus, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $121 found 1 hour ago
United
Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Sep 29
EWR
New York
CMH
Columbus
$130 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$130
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from New York to Columbus, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $130 found 15 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 8
EWR
New York
CMH
Columbus
$136 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$136
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from New York to Columbus, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $136 found 11 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 3
EWR
New York
CMH
Columbus
$141 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$141
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from New York to Columbus, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $141 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 30
EWR
New York
CMH
Columbus
$165 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$165
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from New York to Columbus, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $165 found 14 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York (EWR) to Columbus (CMH)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $74 - $170 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Columbus

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to John Glenn Columbus Intl. CMH. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 10 minutes. Flights from $199
CMH
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $199
Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Columbus (CMH)
Origin airport
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
Destination airport
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$80
Distance
460 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 55 mins

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Columbus Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Columbus

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Columbus are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Columbus with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Columbus

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Columbus: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Columbus

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Columbus in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $40 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Columbus flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Columbus airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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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

How much does a flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) cost?
Score cheap return flights from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) starting at $71. Grab a seat and get ready to go. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Spirit Airlines flight leaving EWR on August 18 2025 and touching down at CMH. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from EWR to CMH?
The cheapest flights from EWR to CMH are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
If you're departing from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR), you can board a nonstop flight to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from EWR to CMH?
Fly from EWR to CMH with Spirit Airlines. This airline currently has the lowest one-way fare for this route, starting from $40. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from EWR on October 6 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Each day, an average of 5 direct flights take off from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH). Choose the departure time that best fits your itinerary.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
The 11 AM departures from EWR to CMH see the highest demand. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you're hoping to save money, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from EWR to CMH?
If you travel on a Friday, you'll get the greatest range of options for flights from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH).
What is the earliest flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 8:25AM UTC-5, leaving from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). You'll be in the air for about 2h 3m, landing at John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) at approximately 10:28AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Flights from EWR to CMH have an average travel time of 1 hour and 57 minutes. The distance between the two is 460 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
To avoid possible delays on the Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) route, fly before 3 PM. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Columbus from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
If you're boarding a direct flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Columbus, John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a ticket from EWR to CMH generally means paying more. While you may find some last-minute offers, they aren't always guaranteed. Allow some flexibility in your schedule for a better chance of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book an EWR to CMH flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking an EWR to CMH flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you've chosen your preferred accommodations and flights, you can add extras such as tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
If you booked your EWR to CMH flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport nearby Airports

New York

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Trenton

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