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Cheapest round-trip
$554
Typical prices: $777-$896
American Airlines
Tue 11/6Tue 11/13
DAY - CMH • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights from Dayton to Columbus (DAY-CMH)

 

Cheap flights from Dayton to Columbus with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
American Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 9:26 amDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
14h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:31 am - 11:46 amCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
24h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$554American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
6:43 pm - 2:12 pmDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
19h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 6:13 pmCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
9h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$593American Airlines
Tue, Mar 9 - Sun, Mar 14
American Airlines Logo
11:18 am - 9:30 amDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
22h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:42 am - 5:40 pmCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
11h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$644American Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
United Airlines Logo
2:59 pm - 11:44 pmDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
8h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 2:24 pmCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
18h 29m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$645United Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
United Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 1:10 pmDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
17h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:56 pm - 2:15 pmCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
18h 19m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$650United Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
United Airlines Logo
2:59 pm - 11:44 pmDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
8h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 2:24 pmCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
18h 29m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$665United Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
United Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 1:10 pmDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
17h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:56 pm - 2:15 pmCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
18h 19m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$670United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
10:39 am - 11:42 pmDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
13h 03m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 8:49 pmCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
14h 39m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$708United Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
United Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 1:10 pmDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
17h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:56 pm - 1:43 pmCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
17h 47m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$713United Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
United Airlines Logo
2:59 pm - 11:44 pmDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
8h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 8:16 pmCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
14h 11m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$718United Airlines

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

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

Round-trip flights from Dayton to Columbus Airport typically range from $777 to $896. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $554, on American Airlines.

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When to book flights from Dayton to Columbus

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Your Dayton to Columbus Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dayton to Columbus 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.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $554 to $994. That means the highest observed fare was about 79% higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Columbus Airport (CMH)?

    Columbus Airport (CMH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $34 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Dayton to Columbus Airport usually depart from Dayton (DAY) and arrive at Columbus (CMH).

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

    Evening 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 Dayton to Columbus 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 Dayton to Columbus Airport route, 55% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 17m.

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

    Most connecting flights from Dayton to Columbus Airport pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Dayton to Columbus Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $777 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $896, a difference of $119.

    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 popular places can I visit in Columbus Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Columbus Airport are Greater Columbus Convention Center, Ohio Stadium and Nationwide Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Columbus Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Dayton to Columbus 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $777, about $119 less than Tuesday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with American Airlines. Over the past three months, 67% of American Airlines flights from Dayton to Columbus Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 45%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 17m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Columbus Airport.

    • Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport
    • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport
    • Hampton Inn Columbus-International Airport

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