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$106+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Columbus (CMH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — CMH
Jun 15 — Jun 221
Sun 6/15
Sun 6/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Columbus are usually found in August or October, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Columbus (CMH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 10, 2025.

Round-trip from

$240
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$106
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

August

Average price

$456
From Sacramento Intl to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 10, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/210:19 amSMF - CMH
1 stop26h 33mSpirit Airlines
Fri 7/44:47 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop19h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/206:00 amSMF - CMH
1 stop9h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/237:03 amCMH - SMF
1 stop9h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/8$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/912:28 pmSMF - CMH
2 stops9h 02mDelta
Sat 9/137:15 amCMH - SMF
2 stops12h 14mDelta
Deal found 6/7$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/186:30 amSMF - CMH
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Tue 7/227:40 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$387
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/67:44 pmSMF - CMH
3 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/133:58 pmCMH - SMF
2 stops22h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$428
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/78:13 amSMF - CMH
1 stop17h 58mAlaska Airlines
Mon 7/146:28 pmCMH - SMF
1 stop8h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$446
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/711:45 pmSMF - CMH
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/143:38 pmCMH - SMF
2 stops9h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$452
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/186:15 amSMF - CMH
1 stop8h 17mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 6/217:00 amCMH - SMF
1 stop8h 02mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/9$788

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Columbus that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/2

10:19 am-3:52 pm

1 stop26h 33m

Columbus

Fri 7/4

4:47 pm-9:24 am

1 stop19h 37m

$240

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-6:37 pm

1 stop9h 37m

Columbus

Sat 8/23

7:03 am-1:19 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$287

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/9

12:28 pm-12:30 am

2 stops9h 02m

Columbus

Sat 9/13

7:15 am-4:29 pm

2 stops12h 14m

$307

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/18

6:30 am-4:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Columbus

Tue 7/22

7:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$387

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 7/6

7:44 pm-8:54 am

3 stops34h 10m

Columbus

Sun 7/13

3:58 pm-11:06 am

2 stops22h 08m

$428

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/7

8:13 am-5:11 am

1 stop17h 58m

Columbus

Mon 7/14

6:28 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$446

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/7

11:45 pm-9:37 am

1 stop6h 52m

Columbus

Mon 7/14

3:38 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops9h 17m

$452

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/22

5:30 am-10:11 pm

1 stop13h 41m

$106

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/18

12:11 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop26h 26m

$135

SacramentoColumbus

SMF - CMH

SMFCMH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/30

3:20 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 05m

$144

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Columbus

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Columbus Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Columbus. Price data was last updated on May 23, 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento to Columbus Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Sacramento to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SMF to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 10, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from Sacramento to Columbus Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus Airport ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus Airport when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Columbus. Reviews last updated June 10, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Sacramento to Columbus by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,784 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sacramento to Columbus?

    Most people fly from Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight from Sacramento to Columbus. On average, Sacramento Intl has 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day from 5 airlines. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Columbus Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $240, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Sacramento to Columbus Airport and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $287 and $307, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 41% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Columbus Airport one-way?

    $106 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Southwest, with prices starting from $135 and $144, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Columbus by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Sacramento to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Sacramento to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Columbus. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$149Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$306Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$338Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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