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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Columbus? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,624. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Columbus.R 1,738 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,738, select.
Columbus.R 1,801 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,801, select.
Columbus.R 1,821 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,821, select.
Columbus.R 2,105 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,105, select.
Columbus.R 2,148 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,148, select.
Columbus.R 2,309 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,309, select.
Columbus.R 2,316 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,316, select.
Columbus.R 2,870 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,870, select.
Columbus.R 2,870 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,870, select.
Columbus.R 2,936 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,936, select.
Columbus.R 4,306 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,306, select.
Columbus.R 4,341 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,341, select.
Columbus.R 4,419 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,419, select.
Columbus.R 4,421 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,421, select.
Columbus.R 4,422 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,422, select.
Columbus.R 4,422 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,422, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia to Columbus

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York LaGuardia to Columbus flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from R 2,870
Aug
from R 1,801
Sep
from R 1,821
Oct
from R 1,738
Nov
from R 2,105
Dec
from R 2,309
Jan
from R 2,936
Feb
from R 2,316
Mar
from R 2,870
Apr
from R 4,422
May
from R 4,419
Jun
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Direct flights from New York LaGuardia to Columbus

Alternative New York LaGuardia to Columbus routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York LaGuardia to Columbus? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Port Columbus

11km from central Columbus
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from R 1,738
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Columbus Rickenbacker

17km from central Columbus
from R 1,895
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New York to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,738
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineRepublic Airways
Average flights per week171

Finding cheap flights from New York LaGuardia 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 New York LaGuardia to Columbus is R 3,112. 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 is the average flight time from New York LaGuardia to Columbus.
Republic Airways, American Airlines and WestJet fly direct from New York LaGuardia to Columbus.
As of July 2026, there are 171 flights per week flying from New York LaGuardia to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia to Columbus is usually November.
If you're flying from New York LaGuardia 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 3,112.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Columbus on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
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, Southwest Airlines and KLM offer the cheapest flight tickets to Columbus.

Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Columbus and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • New York (the location of New York LaGuardia Airport) and Columbus are in the same timezone — UTC-5.

  • The most popular route is from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). You can choose from 64 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from LGA to CMH is the 06:30 American Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 20:45 with American Airlines.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your LGA to Columbus flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • You can book a direct New York LaGuardia Airport to Columbus ticket. Start your trip at LGA and touch down at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).

  • Leading carriers that offer direct flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Columbus include:

  • Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of New York, LGA can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

  • Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near LGA. Whether you have an early flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Columbus or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:

  • 69% of flights leaving from New York LaGuardia Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • LGA's address is Hangar 7 Centre.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Columbus

  • The best price we've found for a one-way New York LaGuardia Airport to Columbus flight is R 1,738. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,112. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from LGA to Columbus. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from New York LaGuardia Airport to Columbus is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares across every month and walk away with an awesome deal.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LGA to Columbus by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Save on your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Columbus with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to the centre of Columbus takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Columbus. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:

  • Reserve your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from LGA to Columbus. If you're travelling during peak season, book even earlier to lock in the best possible deal.

  • The street address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • After your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Columbus has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 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 reach the centre in 1 hour 15 minutes or so.

  • You'll find a few terrific places to stay just a short drive from LCK. Shift into relaxation gear at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East after your LGA to Columbus flight.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • July is the busiest month for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Columbus. To avoid the crowds, head to Columbus in December.

  • The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your New York LaGuardia Airport to Columbus plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGA to Columbus in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).

More about Columbus

  • Start your Columbus trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Columbus, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Columbus travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Ohio Theatre.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've seen Columbus, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 451 kilometres northwest to Chicago to tick off its top sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 274 kilometres west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.

Plan the rest of your trip from New York to Columbus

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