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Cheapest round-trip
$248
Typical prices: $315-$531
Frontier
Tue 10/2Fri 10/5
CMH - MIA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$262
Typical prices: $352-$561
American Airlines
Mon 2/5Sun 2/18
CMH - MIA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines and Southwest. Average duration is 2h 45m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 89% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $288 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Miami (CMH-MIA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Miami

Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
Frontier Logo
4:27 pm - 12:47 amCMH  Columbus-MIA Miami
8h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:50 am - 3:32 pmMIA  Miami-CMH Columbus
9h 42m1 stop Denver Intl
$248Frontier
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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4:21 pm - 12:44 amCMH  Columbus-MIA Miami
8h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:50 am - 3:26 pmMIA  Miami-CMH Columbus
9h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
$248Frontier
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
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9:09 am - 9:59 amCMH  Columbus-MIA Miami
24h 50m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:15 am - 6:20 pmMIA  Miami-CMH Columbus
12h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$248Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
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9:09 am - 9:49 pmCMH  Columbus-MIA Miami
12h 40m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:15 am - 6:33 pmMIA  Miami-CMH Columbus
13h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$248Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
7:16 pm - 10:04 pmCMH  Columbus-MIA Miami
2h 48mnonstop
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6:00 am - 12:08 pmMIA  Miami-CMH Columbus
6h 08m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$257American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 10
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5:00 am - 9:15 amCMH  Columbus-MIA Miami
4h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:43 pm - 10:30 pmMIA  Miami-CMH Columbus
2h 47mnonstop
$257American Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
Southwest Logo
3:10 pm - 10:00 pmCMH  Columbus-MIA Miami
6h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
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4:00 pm - 6:40 pmMIA  Miami-CMH Columbus
2h 40mnonstop
$262Southwest
Wed, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 2
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2:45 pm - 10:15 pmCMH  Columbus-MIA Miami
7h 30m2 stops Sarasota Bradenton Intl Orlando
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2:45 pm - 5:25 pmMIA  Miami-CMH Columbus
2h 40mnonstop
$262Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
5:19 pm - 12:53 amCMH  Columbus-MIA Miami
7h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:00 am - 1:31 pmMIA  Miami-CMH Columbus
5h 31m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$267Delta
Mon, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 16
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1:07 pm - 6:30 pmCMH  Columbus-MIA Miami
5h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:10 am - 12:00 pmMIA  Miami-CMH Columbus
4h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$282Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Miami flights

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

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Miami start at $248. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $315 to $531. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $248 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Miami?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Miami, it is 18% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 17% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Miami?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Miami at $317 round-trip.
  • March ($511) and June ($471) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Columbus Airport to Miami the cheapest?

Flights from Columbus Airport to Miami are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Columbus to Miami

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Columbus Airport to Miami flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$54
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 12% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 19% increase in price.
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Your Columbus Airport to Miami flight questions, answered

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

  • Does Columbus Airport have financial services?

    Several ATMs are located inside the airport from the Main terminal near the escalator before Concourse C and Concourse C checkpoints. You can also find bank services from Fifth Third Bank and Chase Bank Columbus Branch. In case you need currency exchange, Travelex Currency Services at Pre-security offers these services to travelers.

  • How do I get to Columbus airport (CMH) from downtown Columbus?

    If you are accessing the airport from downtown Columbus, you can choose to use a taxi. You can also choose to use a shuttle to the airport. If you prefer public transportation, the Central Ohio Transit Authority bus line 7 MT VERNON is available to get to the airport.

  • Are there any Animal Relief Areas at the Miami Airport?

    If you are traveling with your pet or a service animal from Columbus, the arriving airport in Miami has animal relief areas located indoors and outdoors. The outdoor animal relief areas are located at Terminals D, E, and J. The indoor relief areas are located at Terminals D, F, G, and J. These areas have waste disposal stations and are also designed with dual surfaces.

  • Does the Miami Airport have any lounges for travelers?

    The airport has several airline-operated lounges located Post-security at Concourse D. Some of the lounges include the American Airlines Flagship Lounge D30, Admirals Club D-15 located across Gate D-15 on the North terminal, Admirals Club D-30 located on the North terminal D, after the security checkpoint and American Express Centurion Lounge D12 near Gate D-12 on the North Terminal.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Columbus Airport to Miami flights?

    Among airlines operating Columbus Airport to Miami flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Columbus Airport to Miami?

    2 airlines operate flights between Columbus Airport and Miami. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • Southwest

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

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Miami usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Miami (MIA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Columbus Airport to Miami flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Columbus Airport to Miami:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Columbus Airport to Miami?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $288 round-trip via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), compared to $433 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Columbus Airport to Miami?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Columbus Airport to Miami?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

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

    One-stop flights from Columbus Airport to Miami most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the Columbus Airport to Miami route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $328 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $464, a difference of $136. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Columbus Airport to Miami?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Columbus Airport to Miami route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 4 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Columbus Airport to Miami spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Columbus Airport to Miami flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Miami?

    Some of the most popular sights in Miami are Kaseya Center, Bayfront Park and Bayside Marketplace. These are among the most viewed places in Miami on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:45 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:16 pm and lands at 10:01 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 45m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Columbus Airport to Miami flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 54% above the route average of $396. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Miami takes 2h 45m, covering 992 miles.

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

    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 Miami 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 $248 to $1,593. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Miami are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $120, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Columbus Airport to Miami?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 31m, compared with 4h 58m via Orlando (MCO) and 5h 02m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • What car rental options are available at Miami Airport (MIA)?

    Miami Airport (MIA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Boutique Rent a Car
    · Budget
    · Dollar
    · Alamo
    · Hertz

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Miami range from $315 to $531, with an average of $396 over the past 12 months. Anything below $315 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Columbus Airport to Miami flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Columbus Airport to Miami route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to Miami 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 Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $328 - about $136 less than Friday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Miami trip for January. Fares historically average $317 round-trip in that month - typically $194 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, American Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 89% of American Airlines flights from Columbus Airport to Miami arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 88%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 4 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $288 round-trip on this route - about $144 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Miami Airport.
    - Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Airport
    - Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon
    - Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel & Executive Meeting Center
  • Travelers who may be flying from the Columbus Airport (CMH) and have reduced mobility are taken care of at the Columbus airport. The airport offers assistance to visually impaired visitors through Aira, a free service that helps them move freely within the airport. The airport also has visual paging displays for passengers with hearing impairment. The restrooms are also designed for wheelchair access and handicap parking is provided.
  • If you are a foreigner traveling to Miami and need language assistance, the CMH Airport offers this service. You should check at the ticket counter with a representative or enquire from an officer attached to the public safety. You can also ask for assistance from the ticketing level or the information center next to the baggage claims.
  • If you are a mother traveling with your child to Miami, the Columbus airport (CMH) has nursing rooms that offer convenience and privacy for both mother and child. The private nursing rooms are situated in the baggage claim area and on Concourses A, B, and C. The nursing rooms have a plug and lactation chair.
  • At CMH Terminal D, there is an interdenominational chapel room situated on the terminal’s first level sandwiched between the Carousel 22 and the International arrivals. You can attend the Catholic mass if you are at the airport around 7 PM on Saturday. Other Christian services are available on Tuesdays from 7:30 PM, while the Spanish Christian services are available on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday every month at 12:30 PM.
  • If you want a bite to eat after your fights from Columbus, the Miami Airport (MIA) offers several dining options from cafes, bakeries, and snacks to excellent foods offered at Top of the Port restaurant for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The Dunkin ‘Donuts, located at the Central Terminal, Concourse D, the subway at the Central terminal Concourse E 2 level departures, and Sergio’s Cuban offer more convenience as they are open 24h.

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Direct departures

Columbus to Miami

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

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Direct returns

Miami to Columbus

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

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