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This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Hobby to Columbus departing on 8/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$257
Typical prices: $255-$363
Delta
Tue 8/4Sat 8/29
HOU - CMH • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$297
Typical prices: $301-$363
Southwest
Thu 8/13Mon 8/17
HOU - CMH • Non-stop
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Every day
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 30m
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Orlando (MCO)
Cheapest • Avg $293 (round-trip)
Nashville (BNA)
Shortest trip • 4h 05m (one-way)
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When to book
3 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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August
Cheapest • 31% price drop
July
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Cheap Flights from Hobby to Columbus (HOU-CMH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Hobby to Columbus that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Hobby to Columbus

Tue, Aug 4 - Sat, Aug 29
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6:00 am - 5:27 pm
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CMH
10h 27m
1 stop
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9:20 am - 4:25 pm
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8h 05m
1 stop
$257Delta
Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17
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2:40 pm - 6:10 pm
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CMH
2h 30mnonstop
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6:25 pm - 8:05 pm
CMH
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2h 40mnonstop
$297Southwest
Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10
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2:40 pm - 6:10 pm
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CMH
2h 30mnonstop
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5:40 pm - 12:05 am
CMH
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HOU
7h 25m
1 stop
$307Southwest
Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17
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2:40 pm - 6:10 pm
HOU
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CMH
2h 30mnonstop
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12:55 pm - 7:55 pm
CMH
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HOU
8h 00m
2 stops
$312Southwest
Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10
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5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
HOU
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CMH
5h 00m
1 stop
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6:50 pm - 12:15 am
CMH
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HOU
6h 25m
1 stop
$317Southwest
Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17
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10:00 am - 5:45 pm
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CMH
6h 45m
2 stops
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7:30 am - 11:10 am
CMH
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HOU
4h 40m
1 stop
$322Southwest
Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17
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10:00 am - 5:45 pm
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CMH
6h 45m
2 stops
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12:55 pm - 7:55 pm
CMH
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HOU
8h 00m
2 stops
$327Southwest
Thu, Aug 6 - Fri, Aug 28
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6:00 am - 4:06 pm
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CMH
9h 06m
1 stop
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6:00 am - 9:50 am
CMH
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HOU
4h 50m
1 stop
$352Delta
Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7
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2:40 pm - 6:10 pm
HOU
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CMH
2h 30mnonstop
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6:25 pm - 8:05 pm
CMH
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HOU
2h 40mnonstop
$362Southwest
Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7
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1:15 pm - 9:10 pm
HOU
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CMH
6h 55m
1 stop
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6:25 pm - 8:05 pm
CMH
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HOU
2h 40mnonstop
$372Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Hobby to Columbus flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Hobby to Columbus to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Columbus, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Monday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport is August, where tickets cost $301 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $691 and $495 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $427, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 53% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$149
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Hobby to Columbus

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

  • What is the cheapest flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport was $149 for a one-way ticket and $257 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Houston Hobby Airport and Columbus?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Houston Hobby Airport and Columbus.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

    There are nonstop flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Houston to Columbus, Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Houston to Columbus are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $413 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $446 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Columbus from Houston Hobby Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Columbus with an airline and back to Houston Hobby Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Houston Hobby Airport and CMH can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Columbus from Houston Hobby Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $203 or less one-way and $335 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Houston Hobby to Columbus.
Find which airlines fly direct from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

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Direct returns

Columbus to Houston Hobby

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Columbus (CMH)