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Cheapest round-trip
$325
Typical prices: $386-$535
United Airlines
Sun 11/4Sat 11/10
CMH - LNK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$160
Typical prices: $183-$516
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/12
CMH - LNK • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and Lincoln. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 27% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $360 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Lincoln (CMH-LNK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Lincoln

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
United Airlines Logo
5:56 pm - 9:54 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
4h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:02 pm - 10:27 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
6h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
American Airlines Logo
8:29 pm - 11:59 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
4h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:58 pm - 9:21 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
5h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$325American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 12:27 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
8h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 11:42 amLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
4h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$330United Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
American Airlines Logo
8:29 pm - 11:59 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
4h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:27 am - 10:51 amLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
4h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
United Airlines Logo
5:56 pm - 9:54 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
4h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:19 pm - 10:27 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
8h 08m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$344United Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
7:51 am - 2:30 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
7h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 9:26 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
5h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$361American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Nov 24
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 12:27 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
8h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 11:42 amLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
4h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$362United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
United Airlines Logo
2:16 pm - 7:44 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
6h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:42 am - 1:10 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
4h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
3:13 pm - 10:55 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
8h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:32 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
6h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
United Airlines Logo
12:36 pm - 8:24 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
8h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:02 pm - 8:32 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
4h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$374United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Lincoln flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Columbus Airport to Lincoln?

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Lincoln typically range from $386 to $535. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $325, on United Airlines.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Lincoln flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$160
The most popular month to fly with an average 75% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Columbus Airport to Lincoln

When to book flights from Columbus to Lincoln

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Your Columbus Airport to Lincoln flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Columbus Airport to Lincoln?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Columbus Airport to Lincoln:

    • Earliest: departs at 3:30 pm and lands at 5:50 pm
    • Latest: departs at 3:30 pm and lands at 5:50 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 20m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbus Airport to Lincoln?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbus Airport to Lincoln.

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Lincoln?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Lincoln takes 2h 20m, covering 731 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport to Lincoln?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Columbus Airport to Lincoln flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Lincoln range from $386 to $535, with an average of $466 over the past 12 months. Anything below $386 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to Lincoln changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $325 to $1,469. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Columbus Airport to Lincoln looking right now?

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Lincoln are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $200, which is 60% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Lincoln Airport (LNK)?

    Lincoln Airport (LNK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Avis
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Payless
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus Airport to Lincoln?

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Lincoln usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Lincoln (LNK).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Columbus Airport to Lincoln pass through?

    Connecting flights from Columbus Airport to Lincoln most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 88% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus Airport to Lincoln?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Columbus Airport to Lincoln. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $448 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $650, a difference of $202.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Columbus Airport to Lincoln?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Columbus Airport and Lincoln.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbus Airport to Lincoln?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 58m, compared with 7h 42m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and Lincoln?

    Lincoln is 1 hour behind Columbus Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to Lincoln flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $448, about $202 less than Saturday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Lincoln trip for August. Fares historically average $338 round-trip in that month - typically $321 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lincoln Airport.

    • Wingate by Wyndham Lincoln Airport East I-80
    • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lincoln Airport
    • Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

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Direct departures

Columbus to Lincoln

Friday

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Direct returns

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Sunday

American Airlines

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