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Cheapest round-trip
$466
Typical prices: $777-$896
American Airlines
Fri 10/5Fri 10/12
DAY - CMH • 1 stop
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Most punctual • 71% on-time
Evening
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheap Flights from Dayton to Columbus (DAY-CMH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dayton to Columbus

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
American Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 1:32 pmDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
43h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:02 pm - 12:05 pmCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
22h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$466American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 8
United Airlines Logo
11:39 am - 11:58 pmDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
12h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 11:03 amCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
17h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$533United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 8
United Airlines Logo
11:39 am - 11:58 pmDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
12h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 11:03 amCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
17h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$553United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 8
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 11:36 pmDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
16h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 11:03 amCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
17h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$612United Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 12
American Airlines Logo
12:22 pm - 2:23 pmDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
26h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 11:38 pmCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
10h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$629American Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
American Airlines Logo
7:09 pm - 8:01 pmDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
24h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 6:39 pmCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
21h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$682American Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 11
American Airlines Logo
5:49 pm - 3:47 pmDAY  Dayton-CMH Columbus
21h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 11:49 amCMH  Columbus-DAY Dayton
38h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$702American Airlines
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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 start at $466. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $777 to $896. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $466 on American Airlines.

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When to book flights from Dayton to Columbus

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

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  • 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).

  • 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. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 14% on the Dayton to Columbus Airport route. 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.

  • 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, 50% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 17 minutes.

  • 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.

  • 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 showed a wide range, from about $466 to $1,107. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Evening 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.

  • 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 $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Payless
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Thrifty

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

    Round-trip flights from Dayton to Columbus Airport range from $777 to $896, with an average of $896 over the past 12 months. Anything below $777 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $777 - about $119 less than Tuesday (13% savings) 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. 71% of American Airlines flights from Dayton to Columbus Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 50%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 17 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Columbus Airport.
    - Hampton Inn Columbus-International Airport
    - Hilton Garden Inn Columbus Airport
    - Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Dayton (DAY)
Columbus (CMH)