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Flight deals from Columbus to Los Angeles International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,665. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.R 1,750 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,750, select.
Los Angeles.R 1,770 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,770, select.
Los Angeles.R 1,821 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,821, select.
Los Angeles.R 1,894 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,894, select.
Los Angeles.R 2,293 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,293, select.
Los Angeles.R 2,449 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,449, select.
Los Angeles.R 2,449 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,449, select.
Los Angeles.R 2,449 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,449, select.
Los Angeles.R 2,450 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,450, select.
Los Angeles.R 2,875 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,875, select.
Los Angeles.R 2,882 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,882, select.
Los Angeles.R 3,299 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,299, select.
Los Angeles.R 3,933 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 23 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,933, select.
Los Angeles.R 3,933 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,933, select.
Los Angeles.R 3,939 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 10 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,939, select.
Los Angeles.R 5,007 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,007, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Los Angeles International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Columbus to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from R 2,293
Aug
from R 1,894
Sep
from R 1,770
Oct
from R 1,750
Nov
from R 1,821
Dec
from R 2,449
Jan
from R 2,875
Feb
from R 2,882
Mar
from R 3,933
Apr
from R 3,939
May
from R 3,933
Jun
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Direct flights from Columbus to Los Angeles International

Columbus to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Columbus to Los Angeles below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Los Angeles International.

Hawthorne

17km from central Los Angeles
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Burbank

19km from central Los Angeles
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Los Angeles International

20km from central Los Angeles
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Long Beach Municipal

28km from central Los Angeles
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Los Angeles Van Nuys

28km from central Los Angeles
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Santa Ana John Wayne

55km from central Los Angeles
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Ontario International

59km from central Los Angeles
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Columbus to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,750
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time5 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week36

Finding cheap flights from Columbus to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Columbus to Los Angeles International is R 3,665. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Columbus to Los Angeles International.
American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Qantas fly direct from Columbus to Los Angeles International.
As of July 2026, there are 36 flights per week flying from Columbus to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Los Angeles International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport on Thursday, 20 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 4 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know

  • Kick off your travels at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), the main airport in Columbus. Look for flights from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) that jet out of this base.

  • 5 hours is the average travel time for a direct Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport flight.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. The city follows the UTC-8 timezone and is three hours behind Columbus.

  • Choose from 9 direct flights a week between John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). This is the most popular route, with American Airlines offering a 5:20pm departure from CMH to LAX.

  • Your flight from Columbus to LAX won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • Reach your destination without the detour from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Nonstop flights from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are available from here.

  • At CMH, there's a good selection of airlines offering direct flights from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport, including:

  • Most travellers prefer to book seats with American Airlines between CMH and LAX.

  • Among carriers operating on this route, Spirit Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.

  • The journey from central Columbus to CMH takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:

  • 77% of flights that depart John Glenn Columbus International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Columbus to LCK in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 23 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 25 minutes.

  • Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Columbus to LAX flight is so much easier when you stay near Rickenbacker International Airport. If you have an early departure, Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East gives you a head start on the journey.

  • Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75%.

About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • From Los Angeles International Airport, central Los Angeles is around 29 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • At the moment, R 1,750 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,665. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Columbus to LAX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Columbus to LAX is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Find an affordable flight from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Columbus to LAX plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport in February when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

More about Los Angeles

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Los Angeles right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles International Airport:

  • You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Los Angeles when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Hollywood Sign followed by Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.

Explore more of the United States

  • Los Angeles is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres southeast of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Bakersfield, about 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles. Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.

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