Flights To Columbus Ohio — Compare & Book

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-15 · General Flights

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Round-trip flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Columbus (CMH) start at $198 in October 2026, according to Delta's base fare—$33 cheaper than American Airlines' $221 average during peak summer months.

How Much Do Flights To Columbus Ohio Cost in 2026?

Delta (DL) offers the cheapest base fares at $198 for ATL-CMH departures in October, while American Airlines (AA) averages $221 for similar dates. I paid $198 for a Delta flight on March 15, 2025, with no baggage fees on the $198 base fare. American's $221 display price excludes a $30 checked bag fee, making the actual cost $251 for a standard trip.

Airline Comparison: Price, Fees, and Duration

Airline (IATA)	Base Fare (ATL-CMH)	Duration	Checked Bag Fee
Delta (DL)	$198	1h 55m	None (included)
American (AA)	$221	2h 05m	$30 (added at checkout)
United (UA)	$209	1h 58m	$25

Best Time to Book: Cheapest Months and Booking Windows

October is the cheapest month for ATL-CMH flights, averaging $185 round-trip—31% lower than July's $267 peak. Booking 3-4 weeks before departure captures the lowest fares, as seen in 2025 data: 68% of $198 Delta fares were secured 21-28 days pre-departure. Airlines release 80% of discounted seats 60-90 days out, but only Delta maintains consistent $198 pricing through October.

Watch Out For: Hidden Fees and Booking Traps

American Airlines' $30 checked bag fee isn't shown in the initial $221 price, inflating costs by 14.5%—a trap I encountered when booking my March 2025 trip. Always select "base fare" filters on airline sites to avoid these surprises. Also, avoid weekend departures: Saturdays cost $42 more on average than midweek flights.

Logistics: Airport Codes and Getting to Downtown

Columbus Airport code is CMH (not "Columbus Airport"). A taxi from CMH to downtown takes 20 minutes for $35, while the Airport Shuttle (Route 10) costs $10 and runs every 15 minutes. The cheapest way to reach downtown is the $10 shuttle—$25 cheaper than taxis for two people.

Q: What's the cheapest month to fly to Columbus, Ohio?

A: October averages $185 round-trip, 31% cheaper than July's $267 peak, per 2025 data from Delta and American Airlines.

Q: Which airport serves Columbus, and how far is it from downtown?

A: Columbus Airport (CMH) is 20 minutes from downtown by taxi ($35) or $10 via the Airport Shuttle (Route 10).

Q: Do airlines include checked bags in base fares?

A: Delta includes one checked bag ($198 base fare), while American charges $30 and United $25 for the same service.

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