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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $381-$518
American Airlines
Tue 9/18Thu 9/20
CMH - LNK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$125
Typical prices: $183-$516
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/29
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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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 25% 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 56m (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

Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 12:18 amCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
4h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:28 am - 12:35 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
6h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319American Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15
United Airlines Logo
6:03 pm - 9:47 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:35 am - 3:01 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
6h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$320United Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15
American Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 12:18 amCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
4h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:46 pm - 11:59 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
8h 13m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325American Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15
American Airlines Logo
3:13 pm - 10:59 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
8h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
2:46 pm - 11:59 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
8h 13m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
$331American Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 11:19 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
4h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:52 am - 11:55 amLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
5h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$364United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
United Airlines Logo
4:43 pm - 11:10 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
7h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 10:10 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$371United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:31 amCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
4h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:46 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
11h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
$376United Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 12:18 amCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
4h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:28 am - 12:35 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
6h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$379American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 4:50 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
2h 20mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:58 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
34h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$412American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 4:50 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
2h 20mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 3:20 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
2h 20mnonstop
$419American 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 start at $319. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $381 to $518. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319 on American Airlines.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Lincoln flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$125
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 45% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
Flight from Columbus Airport to Lincoln

When to book flights from Columbus to Lincoln

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Lincoln based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbus Airport to Lincoln flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines are available from Columbus Airport to Lincoln?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Columbus Airport and Lincoln.

  • 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).

  • 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.

  • 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) - 89% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 32% on the Columbus Airport to Lincoln route. 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 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 $319 to $2,188. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 $167, which is 67% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 56m, 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.

  • 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

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Lincoln range from $381 to $518, with an average of $448 over the past 12 months. Anything below $381 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $448 - about $202 less than Saturday (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
    - Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport
    - Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lincoln Airport

Everything you need to know for your flight from Columbus to Lincoln

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Columbus (CMH)
Lincoln (LNK)