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Flight deals from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Columbus

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Columbus? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,135. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Columbus.R 1,403 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,403, select.
Columbus.R 1,613 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,613, select.
Columbus.R 1,613 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,613, select.
Columbus.R 1,613 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,613, select.
Columbus.R 2,263 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,263, select.
Columbus.R 2,272 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,272, select.
Columbus.R 2,367 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,367, select.
Columbus.R 2,905 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,905, select.
Columbus.R 3,154 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,154, select.
Columbus.R 3,187 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,187, select.
Columbus.R 3,626 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,626, select.
Columbus.R 4,373 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,373, select.
Columbus.R 4,385 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,385, select.
Columbus.R 4,524 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,524, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International to Columbus

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seattle / Tacoma International to Columbus flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
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from R 1,403
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from R 1,613
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Jul
from R 2,263
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Direct flights from Seattle / Tacoma International to Columbus

Alternative Seattle / Tacoma International to Columbus routes

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

Port Columbus

11km from central Columbus
ClosestCheapest
from R 1,403
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Columbus Rickenbacker

17km from central Columbus
from R 3,509
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Seattle to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,403
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time4 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week32

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2.78 km from city centre
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Finding cheap flights from Seattle / Tacoma 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 Seattle / Tacoma International to Columbus is R 3,135. 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.
4 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Seattle / Tacoma International to Columbus.
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines fly direct from Seattle / Tacoma International to Columbus.
As of March 2026, there are 64 flights per week flying from Seattle / Tacoma International to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International to Columbus is usually April.
If you're flying from Seattle / Tacoma International 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 3,135.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Columbus on Monday, 20 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 30 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 March, the average temperature is usually around 4°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, Delta and Alaska Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Columbus.

Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Approximately 5 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Columbus.

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located in Seattle. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Columbus is three hours ahead of Seattle.

  • The busiest route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Take your pick of nine weekly services between these two airports. Alaska Airlines offers a 09:45 departure between SEA and CMH.

  • For a relaxed start to your SEA to Columbus flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Start your journey at SEA and fly straight to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Columbus tickets.

  • Alaska Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Columbus.

  • Located around 18 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel near SEA? If you're boarding an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Columbus, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that depart SEA land on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Columbus

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Columbus flight is R 1,403. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,135. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book one month before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SEA to Columbus.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Columbus tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from SEA to Columbus is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a new discount appears.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Columbus by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus takes around 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Columbus. Book one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:

  • Grab a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car and explore Columbus and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Avis are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • Increase the odds of securing the best possible rate by booking early. Reserving your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from SEA to Columbus is a good idea.

  • CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is about 26 kilometres from the centre of Columbus. After your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Columbus, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

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

  • There are some terrific places to stay within an easy drive of LCK. Ease into relaxation mode at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East after your SEA to Columbus flight.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Columbus. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are usually higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Columbus in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Columbus flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

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

More about Columbus

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Columbus right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Columbus:

  • Ohio Statehouse and Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Columbus must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out German Village.

Explore more of United States

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

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

Plan the rest of your trip from Seattle to Columbus

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