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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Columbus? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,796. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Columbus.R 1,024 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,024, select.
Columbus.R 1,105 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,105, select.
Columbus.R 1,300 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,300, select.
Columbus.R 1,327 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,327, select.
Columbus.R 1,973 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,973, select.
Columbus.R 1,973 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,973, select.
Columbus.R 2,131 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,131, select.
Columbus.R 2,558 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,558, select.
Columbus.R 2,572 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,572, select.
Columbus.R 2,572 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,572, select.
Columbus.R 2,572 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,572, select.
Columbus.R 3,385 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 May.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sun, 23 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,385, select.
Columbus.R 3,460 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 May.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sun, 23 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,460, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Columbus

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Columbus flights are currently cheapest in August.
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Direct flights from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Columbus

Alternative Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Columbus routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Columbus? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Port Columbus

11km from central Columbus
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from R 1,024
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Columbus Rickenbacker

17km from central Columbus
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Houston to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,024
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week59

Finding cheap flights from Houston George Bush Intercntl. 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 Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Columbus is R 2,097. 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 45 minutes is the average flight time from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Columbus.
United, Air New Zealand and Mesa Airlines fly direct from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Columbus.
As of July 2026, there are 59 flights per week flying from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Columbus is usually July.
If you're flying from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, the cheapest airport near Columbus is Port Columbus – which is 10.8 km away from the centre of Columbus. We've found flights into this airport from R 2,097.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Columbus on Tuesday, 28 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 45 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 July, the average temperature is usually around 23°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, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Columbus.

Flying from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Columbus: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbus is 3 hours.

  • Columbus is one hour ahead of Houston, where Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located. Columbus observes the UTC-5 timezone.

  • With 20 flights a week between the two airports, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the most popular route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:20. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from IAH to CMH is with United Airlines at 20:16.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your IAH to Columbus flight.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • You can book a direct Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbus ticket. Start your journey at IAH and arrive at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).

  • Be on the lookout for promotions from United Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbus.

  • Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Booked an early flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbus? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near IAH:

  • 79% of flights that take off from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.

How to find the cheapest flights from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Columbus

  • R 1,034 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbus flight. A return ticket right now is R 2,097. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from IAH to Columbus. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbus throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from IAH to Columbus.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbus with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is around 16 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.

  • It takes around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • Look into staying at a hotel close to CMH if you're coming in on a late flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbus. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:

  • Reserve your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport a few weeks in advance of your flight from IAH to Columbus. If you're planning to travel during peak season, book even earlier to secure the best deal.

  • The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • After your flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbus has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 23 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 15 minutes or so.

  • There are some terrific accommodation options within a short drive of LCK. Get into relaxation mode at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East after your IAH to Columbus flight.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbus. July is the most popular month to visit Columbus. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in December.

  • The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbus plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from IAH 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 searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Columbus right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Columbus:

  • Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Whetstone Park / Park of Roses, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Ohio Theatre are must-visits when exploring Columbus.

Explore more of the United States

  • Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Columbus. Around 451 kilometres away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.

  • Indianapolis is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres west of Columbus. No trip is complete without a visit to Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.

Plan the rest of your trip from Houston to Columbus

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