CMH - HOU

$148 Find Cheap Flights from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport

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Cheapest round-trip
$345
Overall average: $417
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CMH - HOU • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$345
Typical prices: $442-$787
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CMH - HOU • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Hobby (CMH-HOU)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Columbus to Hobby that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Hobby

Thu, Feb 19 - Fri, Feb 27
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3:35 pm - 7:00 pm
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2h 25mnonstop
$345Southwest
Sat, Feb 21 - Tue, Feb 24
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6:35 pm - 10:00 pm
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2h 25mnonstop
$351Southwest
Sun, Mar 1 - Wed, Mar 4
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11:10 am - 1:10 pm
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3h 00mnonstop
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6:40 am - 12:15 pm
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4h 35m
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$355Southwest
Thu, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 21
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12:50 pm - 2:50 pm
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3h 00mnonstop
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8:20 am - 3:00 pm
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5h 40m
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$356Southwest
Thu, Feb 19 - Fri, Feb 27
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5:45 am - 10:20 am
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5h 35m
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8:10 am - 2:15 pm
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5h 05m
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$360Southwest
Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 1
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$365Southwest
Sat, Feb 21 - Tue, Feb 24
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Sun, Feb 15 - Wed, Feb 25
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12:55 pm - 8:25 pm
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$370Southwest
Thu, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 21
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$371Southwest
Sat, Feb 21 - Tue, Feb 24
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Columbus to Hobby flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Columbus to Hobby to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Houston Hobby Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from Houston Hobby Airport back to Columbus, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Houston Hobby Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Columbus Airport to Houston Hobby Airport is August, where tickets cost $266 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $479 and $454 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Columbus Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $397 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Houston Hobby Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Columbus Airport to Houston Hobby Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$148
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
Flight from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport

When to book flights from Columbus to Hobby

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Hobby based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport flights

  • Where can I sleep overnight at HOU?

    At the terminal areas of the airport, there are clean and comfortable chairs that come with armrests for passengers who are overnight sleepers. Also, the friendly Airport staff offer sleeping materials like cots, blankets, foam sleeping pads, and toiletries in case passengers are stranded by flight delays.

  • Where can I find helpful information inside Columbus Airport?

    If you are stranded or need a quick explanation of something while in CMH, find the Information Desk at the center of the luggage claim level. You will be looking for Airport Ambassadors dressed in blue vests who will assist you in any manner possible.

  • What are some things you can do at HOU while waiting for a flight?

    HOU features art within the airport to make sure you don’t get bored during a long wait for a delayed flight. The airport has art exhibitions on-site and a scheduled daily live music show. You could also access The Little Library near Gate 34 at Level 2 and read a book while you wait.

  • Are there nursing rooms at Columbus Airport?

    Mothers traveling with infants in CMH need not worry since the Airport provides baby care facilities. The nursing rooms are available for changing diapers and breastfeeding. The nursing rooms can be found in four locations within the airport: Carousel 1 at the luggage claim area, Gate A2 at Concourse A, Gate B29 at Concourse B, and C51 at Concourse C.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Columbus Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Columbus Airport to Houston Hobby Airport was $148 for a one-way ticket and $345 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Columbus and Houston Hobby Airport?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport?

    When flying out of Columbus you will be using Columbus. You will be landing at Houston Hobby Airport, also known as Houston Hobby.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport?

    American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, and Aeromexico offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Columbus and Houston Hobby Airport, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Columbus to Houston, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Columbus to Houston are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $415 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $426 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Houston Hobby Airport from Columbus is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Houston Hobby Airport with an airline and back to Columbus with another airline. Booking your flights between Columbus and HOU can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Houston Hobby Airport from Columbus up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Columbus Airport to Houston Hobby Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $203 or less one-way and $397 or less round-trip.
  • For nonstop flights from Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Houston Hobby International Airport (HOU), you can book a flight with Southwest Airlines, which offers direct flights via this route. Alternatively, you can opt for airlines that offer connecting services, such as Frontier and Spirit Airlines, with stops at DEN and FLL airports.
  • If you are at Houston Hobby International Airport and need a rental car, find car rental desks that are located on the lower level near the luggage claim area. Find shuttles to take you to the car rentals at Curb Zone 1. Car rental companies at HOU include Avis, National, Hertz, and Thrifty. You should know that Payless car rental companies do not feature a rental desk in the airport.
  • HOU features a spa for individuals who would like to utilize this service while waiting for a flight. The spa offers facials, Manicures, Pedicures, and a massage chair where you can enjoy a 5-minute-deep massage but for a small fee. You can find the spa at the Airside; Central Concourse near Gate 45, and their working hours are from 5 am to 10 pm during weekdays. The spa closes at 8 pm on Saturdays.
  • When traveling with your furry buddies through Columbus Airport, the airport features a pet relief area for your pet. The pet relief area offers drinking water and a potty break for your pet while they stretch their legs. Find the pet relief area outside of the luggage claim area.
  • Several public means of transport operate to and from Columbus city center to the airport that you can opt for, including trains, taxis, and buses. However, if you are in a hurry, you should opt for taxis as it is the most efficient and convenient means of transport compared to buses. With a taxi, you can get to the airport in approximately 9min.

Prefer to fly direct from Columbus to Houston Hobby Airport?

 
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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Columbus to Hobby

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Columbus to Houston. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Columbus to Hobby? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4268 reviews
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7.0Food
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7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
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Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

10.0 ExcellentPieter, Jan 2026
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Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

On time. Friendly staff. Took to long to pre bord all the specialty groups. Cramped small plane

No delays and arrived to destination 30 min early. Staff was super friendly.

Everything a cheap airline should be at normal airline rates.

Full cans of soda would be nice. A choice between two snacks would be appreciated.

Tried watching free movie and it kept freezing so I couldn’t finish.

I was re-booked onto another flight because my original flight was delayed and I would have missed my connector. I ended up in the “C” group after paying extra to be in the “A “ group on the original flight. At least if you’re going to re-book people, re-book them into the same group.

Was good. I miss the free 2 checked bags. That was part of what made Southwest special

Sat on tarmac for 2 hours and then missed my connecting flight

Wi Fi was horrible kept cutting out the whole time and too expensive

Delayed, toilets did not flush, pilot parked to far away from Gate

Check-in, boarding and the flight from Phoenix to Houston was quick and easy. The flight from Houston to Shreveport was delayed 5 hours. It was frustrating but I think United handled it the best they could.

The staff was hospitable and professional. The seat had a bit of wear. The winner shade was stuck 1/4 open. I received the best of both worlds. The morning sun was able to come in and blind the screen i was trying to use while at the same time it was too low to look out and enjoy the view. Rather embarrassing for a 1st class ticket.

United is an incompetent airline. They parked the plane on the tarmac for an hour after arriving because they “didn’t have a gate available” it was actually some sort of lie because as we de planed there were approximately 9 open and manned and empty gates that we walked past. Many people on the flight missed connections for the hour long sit on the tarmac. Utterly baffling and incompetent behavior from United flight ops.

I boarded flight UA#1318 at Sacramento International Airport going back to Houston TX. The flight was scheduled at 5:10am. I was able to check in virtually using the United Airlines app. When I entered the airport, there was no one outside assisting with checked bags as it was for Delta Airlines. Immediately upon entering, there was a LONG, EXTREMELY LONG line to the kiosks to get boarding passes. I stand in line to get boarding passes then had to move to ANOTHER EXTREMELY LONG line to get my bags checked in. While standing in this line, we noticed an agent taking customers to 3 at a time to her station to check their bags in. Lucky for me, she called me back, checked my bags for me and I was on my way. I then encountered another long line at the TSA check and to avoid I ending up having to sign up for CLEAR to bypass it. So glad, I did.,...Both of my flights were great with no issues, butthe check in progress at Bush Airport was so much smoother. Check-in at SMF airport needs to be anaylzed and corrected. Do better United, I know you can....thanks

Ot was overall fine. Left on time and had basic snacks. Weather was finicky but that’s not the airlines fault.

Even though we were delayed, we were able to make our connection

Crew and customer service were excellent. This flight also had plenty of leg room and seat mounted screens for entertainment. A very pleasant flight all around!

I was in first class. The outlets at my seat did not work. The plane was shabby and run down. I had prepurchsed a day subscription for internet that was not redeemable. I had to repurchase the internet for my flight and then it didn’t work anyway. Quite disappointed in what was supposed to be the launch of a great vacation.

Flight was good and crew was super polite. However, there were around 5 kids screaming the WHOLE 2 hours. I understand kids have to come but parents need to do something to control their children. They make the experience terrible, especially after finishing 16 hour shifts at the hospital I needed some sleep, which I did not get.

2 hour delay due to equipment failure. No updates via the app and airport screens (which continued to show a departure time in the past). AA eventually switched planes and the new plane was not catered or cleaned correctly.

I booked an aisle seat and was given a middle. At 6'4" 230lbs, it is not ideal to fly in the middle row for myself and passengers.

The aircraft had several problems - from excess fuel to non operational ac. Two hours of delay in Chicago could have been avoided with proper planning and aircraft maintenance.

They made me pay $40 to check a bag that was listed as free when I bought my ticket. Then before boarding they offered to check any bags free.

The seats from lax to DFW was so tight that I could not move my legs . No WiFi and had to pay . Not a good selection of entertainment

I love American. I’ll never fly anyone else if I can help it.

The flight was good. We had to spend almost an hour on the tarmac when we arrived in Dallas. Waiting for a gate. What’s the point of arriving early if you have no gate to park at?

Lower WiFi prices; allow us to see our flight on a map; more variety of drink choices.

Kayak was among the missing. There was not the usual advice regarding next gate after arriving in Dallas. No communication after the reminder to check in before the Moline flight. What happened?

They should have allowed for extra time to de-ice the plane before boarding passengers. This delayed us about 10-15 mins after we boarded. Overall experience was fine. Crew was friendly and on top of everything. We didn’t have any issues during the flight.

For the cost you can't e too critical, but the inablitiy to recline the seat and minimal cushioning in the seats made for a less than comfortable flight. Other than that we had an ealry departure and arrival, boarding was smooth.

Horrible experience. First and last time using this airline. Made an announcement that boarding will start in 15 minutes, canceled the flight 5 minutes later due to no airline staff. Had to book another flight on Delta since Spirit had no other flights arriving to my original destination the same day. I wouldn't recommend anyone to fly with Spirit. No wonder why it consistently ranks high among worst airlines.

The plane was supposed to leave at 12:59 Amma and another plane took us around 9:30 am. There were 7 delay announcements. We were to receive a voucher of $12 back to pay for food at any place in the airport. One passenger tried to use the voucher was denied. I did not receive the voucher for me, my son, and grandson. I went to the desk and informed them and they took my phone # and email and they told me to wait. I did and was never sent. The plane was uncomfortable, the crew was dismissive of anyone beyond the last two seats. I will NEVER fly or recommend Spirit Airlines again.

I knew what I was getting into, but never again. Hour long bag drop. 1.5 hour delay. 1 hr 45 mins sitting on the tarmac after landing. They lost a bunch of bags but luckily not mine. Awful experience.

Our flight got rescheduled 48 hours later, the airline didn’t pay a penny for our expenses.

My baby was crying uncontrollably for the longest time and the entire crew was SO supportive, I’m so appreciative of them. Thank you so much for the support during an exhausting moment. We got very lucky.

Uncomfortable seats and tiny tray table. Expensive snacks. Flight was on time and crew was pleasant but take me back to Southwest!

Boarding and unboarding processes were pretty smooth. I gave a low score for Boarding because of how my flight was missing from all the boards at the airport, and when I checked the flight status on the Spirit website, it said it would be departing from Terminal E, gate D15. There are no "D" gates in terminal E.

The flight was on time and the crew was very professional and accommodating. When other airlines are canceling flights Spirit is still flying with on time flights. I have no complaints and will continue to choose Spirit when it is the best option for me.

Prices for bags are extremely expensive and if you go higher on weight, the charge is ridiculous.

Very well recently! Frontier is improving and less harrassing customer on luggages! Positive!

Good for a budget airline! It was easy to get on, staff was really nice. Can’t say anything about the food or entertainment because it wasn’t available, which is fine.

I am writing to express my disappointment with my recent Frontier Airlines flight. I was charged $99 at the gate because my bag was said to be too large, yet once onboard there was no available overhead bin space, and I was required to place the bag under the seat in front of me anyway. This made the charge feel unnecessary and unfair. Additionally, before the flight even took off, I was asked to move from the seat I paid for into a middle seat so another passenger and her cat could have my seat to themselves. I was not offered compensation or an explanation for being moved from a paid seat. Between the unexpected bag fee and being forced to give up my seat, this experience fell well below acceptable customer service standards. I would appreciate a review of this situation and appropriate compensation.

It was costly and difficult to check in. $85 to take a small suitcase with me, carry on or checked and $75 on the return trip, Plus $25 if I didn't check my self in check in $25, because I couldn't do it on the kiosk. Small very uncomfortable seats, waited on the runway for near an hour each way. It was my worst flight to date.

It was ok. It was expensive to check 2 bags ($75.00 per bag), and then it took a long time to wait for shuttle to take us from one terminal to the terminal where the plane was taking off at LAX. And all of this for a flight where we had to pay for any food or drink that was not water.

It didn’t happen. I booked it and then was told it wasn’t available and then forced to pay far higher prices for a worse option

A 630departure flight Delayed 6hours! They changed my gate, I moved to the new gate. Had our flight on the screen for 12noon departure. I go get above to eat, check screen again and the flight was gone, no notice no announcement, nothing!! They sent my bag on the flight I wasn’t on, got it back to me 3days later. Thank goodness they did refund my money but I will NEVER fly them again.

Due to weather, my flight was delayed, further delayed, then canceled. I eventually got through to a support person who helped me find a different route out of MSP, but to get to DIA, they didn't want to, but eventually did help with the connection ticket purchase. But even this replacement flight was delayed time and time again, and I would have missed my connecting flights and I didn't want to get stuck in a layover city, so after 12 hours at the airport with two young boys who were very tired, we just cancelled our plans and spent the week at home, instead of Nana's.

Plane and crew on board were fine. Everything else was terrible.

The third party booking with cheapflightsfares was awful. Kayak should NOT partner with them. They sold me a bundle including seat selection and carry-on, but did not book the carry-ons with Frontier, so I’m out of pocket for $414 more while I await resolution.

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