CMH - EWR

$80 Find Cheap Flights from Columbus to Newark Liberty Airport - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 26% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$315
Typical prices: $291-$486
Frontier
Mon 12/10Wed 12/12
CMH - EWR • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$329
Typical prices: $298-$491
United Airlines
Thu 12/6Thu 12/13
CMH - EWR • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 1h 57m
Direct flights
+1
Direct flights
+1
Avoid delays
Most punctual • 90% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
Insights
Insights
When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
Cheapest • 27% price drop
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $288 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 45m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Newark Airport!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Expert advice
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Columbus to Newark (CMH-EWR)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Newark

Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 12
Frontier Logo
5:32 pm - 12:29 amCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
6h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
11:43 am - 4:47 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
29h 04m2 stops Orlando Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$315Frontier
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
Frontier Logo
5:32 pm - 9:29 pmCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
27h 57m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
Frontier Logo
11:43 am - 9:38 amEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
21h 55m1 stop Orlando
$316Frontier
Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:32 pm - 9:29 pmCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
6h 57m1 stop Orlando
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 9:35 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
6h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$316Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
Frontier Logo
2:25 pm - 12:29 amCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
34h 04m2 stops Orlando Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 9:38 amEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
27h 38m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
$317Frontier
Wed, Dec 16 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
11:46 am - 4:37 pmCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
4h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:38 am - 11:09 amEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
5h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$321American Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 8:29 pmCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
6h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:38 am - 1:33 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
7h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$321American Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
11:46 am - 4:37 pmCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
4h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:38 am - 11:09 amEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
5h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$321American Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
United Airlines Logo
9:07 am - 11:00 amCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
1h 53mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 11:02 amEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
2h 02mnonstop
$329United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 10
United Airlines Logo
9:07 am - 11:00 amCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
1h 53mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:51 pm - 8:57 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
2h 06mnonstop
$329United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
United Airlines Logo
11:40 am - 1:31 pmCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
1h 51mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 11:02 amEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
2h 02mnonstop
$329United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Newark Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport typically range from $291 to $486. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $315, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport at $264 round-trip.
•October ($436) and July ($402) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Columbus to Newark

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Columbus Airport to Newark Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$80
Beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 17% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport

When to book flights from Columbus to Newark

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Newark based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Columbus Airport to Newark Airport 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 Newark Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:57 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:35 pm and lands at 8:32 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 57m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport takes 1h 57m, covering 461 miles.

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

    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 Newark Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport range from $291 to $486, with an average of $359 over the past 12 months. Anything below $291 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $359 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $288 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $364 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport?

    United Airlines is the only airline operating Columbus Airport to Newark Airport flights. 90% of its flights are on time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 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 Newark Airport?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Columbus Airport to Newark Airport flights, with 58% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 28%, evening flights for 14%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport 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 $315 to $1,371. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $144, which is 53% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Newark Airport (EWR)?

    Newark Airport (EWR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $84 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Newark (EWR).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

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

    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 Newark Airport route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 19m.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $327 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $497, a difference of $170.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Columbus Airport and Newark Airport.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 45m, compared with 4h 05m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 51m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What popular places can I visit in Newark Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Newark Airport are Prudential Center, New Jersey Performing Arts Center and Newark Museum. These are among the most viewed places in Newark Airport on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Columbus Airport to Newark Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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

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

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to Newark Airport 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $327, about $170 less than Tuesday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Newark Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $264 round-trip in that month - typically $172 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $288 round-trip on this route - about $77 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 Newark Airport.

    • Holiday Inn Newark International Airport By IHG
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Airport
    • Hampton Inn by Hilton Newark Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Columbus to Newark Liberty Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Columbus Airport to Newark Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Columbus to Newark

Monday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

See more direct flights

Direct returns

Newark to Columbus

Monday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

See more direct flights

More options for your flight from Columbus to Newark

Complete your trip to Newark with a hotel stay or car rental