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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor to Columbus? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Columbus.R 1,228 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Apr.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,228, select.
Columbus.R 1,326 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,326, select.
Columbus.R 1,606 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,606, select.
Columbus.R 1,852 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,852, select.
Columbus.R 2,529 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Mar.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,529, select.
Columbus.R 2,691 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,691, select.
Columbus.R 3,324 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Apr.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,324, select.
Columbus.R 3,327 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,327, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor to Columbus

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Phoenix Sky Harbor to Columbus flights are currently cheapest in April.
Feb
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Mar
from R 1,606
Apr
from R 1,228
May
from R 1,326
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Direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor to Columbus

Alternative Phoenix Sky Harbor to Columbus routes

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

Port Columbus

11km from central Columbus
ClosestCheapest
from R 1,228
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Columbus Rickenbacker

17km from central Columbus
from R 2,861
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Phoenix to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,228
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time3 hrs, 46 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week47

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Finding cheap flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor to Columbus is R 2,253. 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.
3 hours and 46 minutes is the average flight time from Phoenix Sky Harbor to Columbus.
Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Phoenix Sky Harbor to Columbus.
As of February 2026, there are 47 flights per week flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor to Columbus is usually April.
If you're flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor 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 2,253.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport to Columbus on Wednesday, 22 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 46 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 February, 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.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Columbus.

Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 20 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Columbus.

  • Columbus is three hours ahead of Phoenix, where Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located. Columbus follows the UTC-4 timezone.

  • With 20 flights a week between the two airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:40. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from PHX to CMH is with Southwest Airlines at 19:10.

  • Leave enough time to get on your PHX to Columbus flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Columbus ticket. Begin your journey at PHX and land at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).

  • Book your seat with American Airlines. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Columbus.

  • Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix, PHX can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Columbus? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near PHX:

  • 82.57% of flights leaving Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from PHX.

  • PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.

How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Columbus

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Columbus flight is R 1,228. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,253. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from PHX to Columbus, book your trip two months ahead of your departure date.

  • The best month for landing cheap Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Columbus tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Finding a cheap flight from PHX to Columbus is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Find a cheap flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Columbus with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

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.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Columbus, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CMH:

  • Explore without limits with a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and see more of Columbus and beyond.

  • Reserve your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport several weeks ahead of your flight from PHX to Columbus. If you're planning to travel during peak season, book even earlier to get the lowest price.

  • You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • Central Columbus is around 26 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Once your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Columbus has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 25 minutes.

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

  • Unpack and relax not long after your PHX to Columbus flight at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from LCK.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • Before you book your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Columbus, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Columbus offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • Before locking in your Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Columbus flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from PHX to Columbus around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Columbus

  • After booking your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Columbus, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Columbus:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Ohio Statehouse, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and German Village are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Columbus itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Columbus is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres north-west of Columbus, a trip to Chicago will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

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

Plan the rest of your trip from Phoenix to Columbus

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