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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Columbus? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Columbus.R 985 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jan.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York LaGuardia on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 985, select.
Columbus.R 985 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 985, select.
Columbus.R 1,007 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,007, select.
Columbus.R 1,069 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Dec.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,069, select.
Columbus.R 1,450 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,450, select.
Columbus.R 1,527 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,527, select.
Columbus.R 1,569 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,569, select.
Columbus.R 2,220 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,220, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Columbus

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Columbus flights are currently cheapest in January.
Dec
from R 1,069
Jan
from R 985
Feb
from R 1,007
Mar
from R 985
Apr
from R 1,450
May
from R 1,527
Jun
from R 1,569
Jul
from R 3,004
Aug
from R 3,565
Sep
from R 2,220
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Direct flights from New York to Columbus

Alternative New York to Columbus routes

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

New York to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 985
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airlineRepublic Airways
Average flights per week745

Finding cheap flights from New York 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 to Columbus is R 1,987. 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 to Columbus.
Republic Airways, American Airlines and United fly direct from New York to Columbus.
As of December 2025, there are 745 flights per week flying from New York to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Columbus is usually January.
If you're flying from New York, 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 1,987.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Columbus on Monday, 5 January 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 December, the average temperature is usually around -1°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Columbus is Spirit Airlines .

Travelling from New York to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Countless great adventures start at one of New York's main airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Explore the options for booking a flight from New York to Columbus departing from either of these bases.

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) are the major arrival points in Columbus.

  • Book a direct New York to Columbus flight and you'll be flying for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.

  • New York and Columbus are both in the UTC-4 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.

  • The busiest route for flights from New York to Columbus is from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). You can select from 35 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from JFK to CMH is the 08:55 American Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final scheduled service is at 21:00 with Delta Air Lines.

  • To ensure you board your New York to Columbus flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Columbus

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from New York to Columbus is R 985. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,987. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Score cheap New York to Columbus flights by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • September is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from New York to Columbus. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on cheap flights from New York to Columbus.

  • Find a cheap New York to Columbus flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • If you're after a direct flight from New York to Columbus, you can leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Get from JFK to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) in one seamless trip.

  • Look out for deals with Delta Air Lines. This airline offers direct New York to Columbus plane tickets out of JFK.

  • Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Columbus, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

  • 74.1% of flights that leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Prefer to jet off from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)? This hub offers direct flights from New York to Columbus, seamlessly connecting you to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).

  • You can book a direct New York to Columbus plane ticket with United Airlines. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of EWR.

  • You can reach EWR from central New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from New York to Columbus? Unwind in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:

  • 73% of flights out of Newark Liberty International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • You can catch a direct flight from New York to Columbus departing from LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Book a ticket from LGA and travel straight through to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).

  • Choose your airline and then get ready for takeoff. These carriers offer direct New York to Columbus plane tickets from LGA:

  • LGA is around 13 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • Make catching an early New York to Columbus flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near LaGuardia Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:

  • LGA has a stellar on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and touch down when it should.

  • You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • The distance from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is approximately 10 kilometres. It'll take you about 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

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

  • Grab a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car and discover Columbus and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Budget and Avis are top providers you can book with here.

  • Give yourself a better shot at scoring a great price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport several weeks in advance is a smart idea.

  • CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • As soon as your flight from New York to Columbus has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is approximately 16 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • April is the quietest month for flights from New York to Columbus, while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Columbus based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your New York to Columbus ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap flights from New York to Columbus around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Columbus

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Columbus right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from New York to Columbus:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are top sights which should feature on every Columbus itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Columbus, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel about 451 kilometres north-west to Chicago to tick off its top sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Indianapolis is another favourite destination in United States and is around 274 kilometres west of Columbus. No trip is complete without seeing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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