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Flight deals from Fort Lauderdale International to Columbus

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Columbus? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,078. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Columbus.R 634 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Columbus Rickenbacker.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 634, select.
Columbus.R 701 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Columbus Rickenbacker.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 701, select.
Columbus.R 801 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Columbus Rickenbacker.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 801, select.
Columbus.R 1,118 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Columbus Rickenbacker.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,118, select.
Columbus.R 1,466 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Columbus Rickenbacker.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,466, select.
Columbus.R 1,708 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,708, select.
Columbus.R 2,142 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,142, select.
Columbus.R 2,179 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,179, select.
Columbus.R 2,196 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,196, select.
Columbus.R 2,296 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,296, select.
Columbus.R 2,724 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,724, select.
Columbus.R 2,810 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,810, select.
Columbus.R 5,133 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Columbus Rickenbacker.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,133, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale International to Columbus

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Fort Lauderdale International to Columbus flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from R 1,118
Jun
from R 801
Jul
from R 701
Aug
from R 634
Sep
from R 2,179
Oct
from R 2,196
Nov
from R 1,708
Dec
from R 1,466
Jan
from R 5,133
Feb
from R 2,296
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Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale International to Columbus

Alternative Fort Lauderdale International to Columbus routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Fort Lauderdale International to Columbus? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Port Columbus

11km from central Columbus
Closest
from R 972
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Columbus Rickenbacker

17km from central Columbus
Cheapest
from R 634
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Fort Lauderdale to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 634
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 39 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week13

Finding cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale International to Columbus: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Columbus: Port Columbus and Columbus Rickenbacker.
The best price we found for a return flight from Fort Lauderdale International to Columbus is R 1,188. 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.
2 hours and 39 minutes is the average flight time from Fort Lauderdale International to Columbus.
Southwest Airlines, Allegiant Air and jetBlue fly direct from Fort Lauderdale International to Columbus.
As of May 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from Fort Lauderdale International to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale International to Columbus is usually August.
If you're flying from Fort Lauderdale International Airport, the cheapest airport near Columbus is Columbus Rickenbacker – which is 17.0 km away from the centre of Columbus. We've found flights into this airport from R 1,188.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Columbus on Friday, 14 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 39 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 Columbus 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 Columbus is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 16°C. July is typically the warmest month in Columbus, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -7°C. The rainiest month is May.
Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Columbus.

Travelling from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Approximately 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Columbus.

  • Fort Lauderdale (the location of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport) and Columbus follow the same timezone — UTC-4.

  • With 11 flights a week between the two airports, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the most popular route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:05. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from FLL to CMH is with Spirit Airlines at 22:13.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your FLL to Columbus flight.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Start your trip at FLL and fly nonstop to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Columbus tickets.

  • You'll have your choice of carriers that offer direct flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Columbus. Get up and away with one of these:

  • Located around 5 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale, FLL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel close to FLL? If you've booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Columbus, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

  • Of all flights leaving Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 73.74% land on schedule at their destination.

  • You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.

How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Columbus

  • R 634 is currently the best price for a one-way Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Columbus flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 1,188. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • Lock in cheap flights from FLL to Columbus by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.

  • June is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Columbus tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from FLL to Columbus by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Columbus.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • The distance from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Look into staying at a hotel near CMH if you have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Columbus. Select one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:

  • Travel at your own speed with a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and discover more of Columbus and beyond.

  • Boost your chances of snagging the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from FLL to Columbus is a smart idea.

  • CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • Central Columbus is about 26 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Once your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Columbus has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 25 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 20 minutes or so.

  • There are some fantastic accommodation options just a short drive from LCK. Switch to relaxation mode at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East after your FLL to Columbus flight.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Columbus. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are generally higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Columbus in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Columbus flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from FLL to Columbus in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.

More about Columbus

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Columbus right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Columbus:

  • All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Ohio Statehouse, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and German Village are must-visits when exploring Columbus.

Explore more of United States

  • Chicago is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Columbus. Around 451 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

  • Around 274 kilometres west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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