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R1 801+ Cheap flights from Columbus Airport

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CMH — JNB
Mar 27 — Apr 31
1 adult

What to know about flights from Columbus

Discover essential information about flights departing from Columbus, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Columbus airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 22 March 2025.

Cheapest airline

United Airlines

Good round-trip deal

R8 990 or less

Good one-way deal

R16 161 or less
On average, United Airlines currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Columbus (avg. price of R32 259).
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Cheapest flights from Columbus
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Tue 13/512:45CMH - JNB
2 stops23h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 20/510:25JNB - CMH
2 stops29h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/3R20 268
Wed 7/57:30CMH - CPT
2 stops32h 40mKenya Airways
Wed 21/514:35CPT - CMH
3 stops26h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/3R21 323
Tue 13/518:00CMH - JNB
2 stops58h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/51:15JNB - CMH
2 stops40h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3R21 432
Sun 4/57:00CMH - CPT
3 stops48h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/514:30CPT - CMH
3 stops29h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3R22 469
Sun 4/512:45CMH - CPT
2 stops22h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/520:00CPT - CMH
1 stop19h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/3R26 818
Tue 13/56:12CMH - JNB
2 stops24h 53mEthiopian Air
Tue 20/514:30JNB - CMH
3 stops29h 39mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/3R27 109
Wed 7/514:26CMH - CPT
2 stops24h 59mKLM
Wed 21/523:15CPT - CMH
2 stops28h 39mKLM
Deal found 21/3R27 836
Sun 4/56:12CMH - CPT
2 stops25h 33mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/513:50CPT - CMH
3 stops39h 54mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/3R27 873
Sat 19/712:05CMH - JNB
2 stops27h 15mDelta
Sat 26/723:15JNB - CMH
2 stops29h 26mDelta
Deal found 20/3R30 911
Sat 19/77:00CMH - JNB
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
Fri 25/71:15JNB - CMH
2 stops40h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/3R36 151

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 13/5

12:45-17:45

2 stops23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

10:25-9:36

2 stops29h 11m

R20 268

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 7/5

7:30-22:10

2 stops32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/5

14:35-11:30

3 stops26h 55m

R21 323

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 13/5

18:00-10:55

2 stops58h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

1:15-11:32

2 stops40h 17m

R21 432

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 4/5

7:00-13:40

3 stops48h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/5

14:30-14:07

3 stops29h 37m

R22 469

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 4/5

12:45-17:10

2 stops22h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/5

20:00-9:36

1 stop19h 36m

R26 818

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 13/5

6:12-13:05

2 stops24h 53m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

14:30-14:09

3 stops29h 39m

R27 109

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 7/5

14:26-21:25

2 stops24h 59m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/5

23:15-21:54

2 stops28h 39m

R27 836

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 4/5

6:12-13:45

2 stops25h 33m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/5

13:50-23:44

3 stops39h 54m

R27 873

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 19/7

12:05-21:20

2 stops27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/7

23:15-22:41

2 stops29h 26m

R30 911

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 19/7

7:00-0:15

2 stops35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/7

1:15-11:40

2 stops40h 25m

R36 151

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Columbus including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport (average of R20 250). Flying from Columbus Airport in July will prove the most costly (average of R29 547). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Columbus Airport?

When flying from Columbus Airport check dates and pricing for the following: United Airlines. As it departs for the following popular destinations: Johannesburg.

United Airlines

United Airlines

From R1 386

What are popular destinations to fly to from Columbus Airport?

From Columbus Airport you can expect to find greater availability for the following destinations: Chicago (684 flights per day), New York (483 flights per day) and Washington, D.C. (277 flights per day).

Chicago

Chicago

From R879

Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C.

From R932

New York

New York

From R1 642

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

From R493

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Columbus Airport?

The cheapest city to fly to from Columbus Airport is Seattle/Tacoma Intl, with prices starting at R8 978. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

From R493

Chicago

Chicago

From R879

Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C.

From R932

New York

New York

From R1 642

Airline reviews for flights from Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Columbus. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Columbus. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 892 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 892 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 892 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 605 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 892 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
765 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 892 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
261 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 892 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Columbus. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 22 March 2025.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Columbus Airport?

    The most selected flight destinations from Columbus Airport for the current month are Cancún, Boston, Atlanta. While Boston, Denver, Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are the top choices made by travellers year-round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Columbus Airport to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Columbus Airport for as low as R8 978 to Seattle (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R19 488 to fly from Columbus Airport.

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from Columbus Airport?

    If you’re looking to fly first-class from Columbus Airport to anywhere, put New York on your list as prices start at R164 606 for this destination.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport?

    April is currently the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport. At this moment in time July is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

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