$115 Cheap Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Phoenix (PHX)

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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Phoenix (CMH-PHX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $115 for one-way flights and $201 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 25
CMH
Columbus
PHX
Phoenix
$201 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Columbus to Phoenix, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $201 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 25
CMH
Columbus
PHX
Phoenix
$205 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$205
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from Columbus to Phoenix, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $205 found 6 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 6
CMH
Columbus
PHX
Phoenix
$245 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$245
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from Columbus to Phoenix, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $245 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jul 25 - Fri, Aug 1
CMH
Columbus
PHX
Phoenix
$247 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$247
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 25 from Columbus to Phoenix, returning Fri, Aug 1, priced at $247 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jul 25 - Thu, Jul 31
CMH
Columbus
PHX
Phoenix
$248 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 25 from Columbus to Phoenix, returning Thu, Jul 31, priced at $248 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jul 18 - Fri, Jul 25
CMH
Columbus
PHX
Phoenix
$253 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 18 from Columbus to Phoenix, returning Fri, Jul 25, priced at $253 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 29
CMH
Columbus
PHX
Phoenix
$255 Roundtrip, just found
$255
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Columbus to Phoenix, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $255 just found
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
CMH
Columbus
PHX
Phoenix
$271 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$271
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Columbus to Phoenix, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $271 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
CMH
Columbus
PHX
Phoenix
$281 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$281
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Columbus to Phoenix, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $281 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
CMH
Columbus
PHX
Phoenix
$297 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Columbus to Phoenix, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $297 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus (CMH) to Phoenix (PHX)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $130 - $447 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Phoenix

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

Select flight to Sky Harbor Intl. PHX. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 10 minutes. Flights from $442
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $442
Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Phoenix (PHX)
Origin airport
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
Destination airport
Sky Harbor Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$201
Distance
1667 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 6 mins

Columbus to Phoenix Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Columbus to Phoenix

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Columbus to Phoenix

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

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 Phoenix in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $115 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) cost?
You can find cheap return flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) starting from $297. Grab your 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 Southwest Airlines flight leaving CMH on July 30 2025 and touching down at PHX. The price was last updated on July 3 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CMH to PHX?
The cheapest flights from CMH to PHX 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 John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
Board a nonstop flight with American Airlines and travel straight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CMH to PHX?
Right now, the cheapest carrier offering one-way flights from CMH to PHX is Southwest Airlines. You can take off on this route from $149. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CMH on September 25 2025. Prices were last updated on July 3 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
With an average of 2 nonstop flights departing from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) each day, you'll be soaring through the skies in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
More travelers fly between CMH and PHX at 7 AM than at any other time. Rather skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you're likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from CMH to PHX?
Fly on a Friday if you're looking for the largest selection of flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX).
What is the earliest flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)'s earliest flight to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) departs at approximately 5:35AM UTC-5. With a travel duration of 4h 45m, you'll arrive at around 8:20AM UTC-7.
How long does it take to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
Flights from CMH to PHX have an average travel time of 4 hours and 39 minutes. The total distance between the two is 1,650 mi.
What is the best time to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
To land at Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) without delays, opt for a flight that takes off from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 Phoenix from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Browse your flight options from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX). This is the only Phoenix airport you can arrive at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from CMH to PHX just before your getaway is generally more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure dates and times, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a CMH to PHX flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a CMH to PHX 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 everything in one place. Once you've chosen your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras such as car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
In most instances, you're able to reschedule or cancel your CMH to PHX flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you need more information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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