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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from St Louis Airport to Columbus? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,892. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Columbus.R 1,306 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from St Louis on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,306, select.
Columbus.R 1,323 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from St Louis on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,323, select.
Columbus.R 1,780 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from St Louis on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,780, select.
Columbus.R 2,113 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,113, select.
Columbus.R 2,113 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,113, select.
Columbus.R 2,116 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,116, select.
Columbus.R 2,117 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,117, select.
Columbus.R 2,123 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,123, select.
Columbus.R 2,300 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from St Louis on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,300, select.
Columbus.R 6,120 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,120, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from St Louis to Columbus

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like St Louis to Columbus flights are currently cheapest in July.
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from R 2,300
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from R 1,306
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from R 1,323
Sep
from R 2,116
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Direct flights from St Louis to Columbus

Alternative St Louis to Columbus routes

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

Port Columbus

11km from central Columbus
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from R 1,306
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Columbus Rickenbacker

17km from central Columbus
from R 2,452
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St Louis to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,306
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 21 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week13

Finding cheap flights from St Louis 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 St Louis to Columbus is R 2,569. 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.
1 hour and 21 minutes is the average flight time from St Louis to Columbus.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from St Louis to Columbus.
As of June 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from St Louis to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from St Louis to Columbus is usually September.
If you're flying from St Louis 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 2,569.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from St Louis Airport to Columbus on Thursday, 24 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 21 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 June, the average temperature is usually around 21°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.

Travelling from St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Columbus and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • St Louis Lambert International Airport is located in St Louis. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Columbus is one hour ahead of St Louis.

  • The most popular route is from St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Choose from ten weekly services between these two airports. Southwest Airlines offers a 07:30 departure between STL and CMH.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your STL to Columbus flight.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Start your trip at STL and fly straight to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). That's where you can expect to land when searching for St Louis Lambert International Airport to Columbus tickets.

  • Keep an eye out for promotions from Southwest Airlines. This airline has direct flights from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Columbus.

  • STL is around 16 kilometres from central St Louis. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel close to STL? If you've booked an early flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Columbus, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of St Louis Lambert International Airport, 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • You'll find STL at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..

How to find the cheapest flights from St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to Columbus

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way St Louis Lambert International Airport to Columbus flight is R 1,306. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,569. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from STL to Columbus if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a St Louis Lambert International Airport to Columbus ticket.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from STL to Columbus by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Snag an affordable flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Columbus with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, 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 opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Columbus, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near CMH:

  • To get the best possible deal, book your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from STL to Columbus. Rates generally rise closer to the day of travel.

  • You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • Once your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Columbus has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 23 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • There are some comfortable places to rest your head within a quick drive of LCK. Switch to relaxation mode at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East after your STL to Columbus flight.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Columbus. July is the most popular month to travel to Columbus. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in December.

  • The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your St Louis Lambert International Airport to Columbus plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from STL to Columbus in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. 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 rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Columbus right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Columbus:

  • Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Columbus itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ohio Theatre.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've done Columbus, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey around 451 kilometres northwest to Chicago to check off its top sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If you're eager to discover another corner of the United States, head for Indianapolis, about 274 kilometres west of Columbus. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are among its highlights.

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