$55 Cheap Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Austin (AUS)

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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Austin (CMH-AUS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $55 for one-way flights and $120 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Dec 4
CMH
Columbus
AUS
Austin
$120 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$120
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Columbus to Austin, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $120 found 3 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Sat, Jan 31
CMH
Columbus
AUS
Austin
$130 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$130
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 28 from Columbus to Austin, returning Sat, Jan 31, priced at $130 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 20
CMH
Columbus
AUS
Austin
$140 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$140
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Columbus to Austin, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $140 found 6 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
CMH
Columbus
AUS
Austin
$145 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$145
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Columbus to Austin, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $145 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 20
CMH
Columbus
AUS
Austin
$153 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Columbus to Austin, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $153 found 6 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
CMH
Columbus
AUS
Austin
$158 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$158
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Columbus to Austin, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $158 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
CMH
Columbus
AUS
Austin
$160 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Columbus to Austin, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $160 found 5 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8
CMH
Columbus
AUS
Austin
$176 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from Columbus to Austin, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $176 found 6 hours ago
United
Sat, Jan 10 - Sun, Jan 11
CMH
Columbus
AUS
Austin
$184 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Jan 10 from Columbus to Austin, returning Sun, Jan 11, priced at $184 found 6 days ago
Delta
Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8
CMH
Columbus
AUS
Austin
$186 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from Columbus to Austin, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $186 found 6 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus (CMH) to Austin (AUS)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $158 - $408 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Austin

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

Select flight to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. AUS. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 11 minutes. Flights from $160
AUS
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center11 min
Flights from $160
Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Austin (AUS)
Origin airport
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
Destination airport
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$120
Distance
1072 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 22 mins

Columbus to Austin Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Columbus to Austin

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 Columbus to Austin are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Columbus to Austin with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Columbus to Austin

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Columbus to Austin: 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 Columbus to Austin

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 Columbus to Austin in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $55 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 Columbus to Austin 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 Columbus to Austin 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 John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $55 or cheap return flight from $120 from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Flying in November is a great way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between CMH and AUS. You'll typically find the lowest prices during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
If you're departing from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH), you can catch a nonstop flight to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
To find the cheapest airline that'll fly you from CMH to AUS, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel needs, such as preferred carriers and number of stops. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to discover the cheapest flight right away.
How many flights per day from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
On average, you can choose from 6 direct flights per week from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS). To expand your choices, consider a flight with a layover. Simply enter your details on Expedia and then filter your search results to show one or more stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Flights between CMH and AUS are their busiest at 10 AM. If you're after a more relaxed experience and potentially cheaper fares, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from CMH to AUS?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS).
What is the earliest flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Take the earliest flight at around 10:50AM UTC-5, leaving from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH). You'll be in the air for about 3h 10m, reaching Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) at approximately 1:00PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
It takes about 3 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 1,050 mi from CMH to AUS.
What is the best time to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Choose a flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Austin from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) is the only airport in Austin with direct flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH). Browse your options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from CMH to AUS are typically more expensive. For the cheapest rates, start looking for flights as soon as possible. That said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, you may land a cheap ticket right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a CMH to AUS flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a CMH to AUS flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, managing everything in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Just secure your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then tailor your trip with extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Typically, you can reschedule or cancel your CMH to AUS flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's rules and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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