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$148 Find Cheap Flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Houston to Columbus, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$345
Overall average: $427
Southwest
Thu 2/19Mon 2/23
HOU - CMH • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$173
Typical prices: $203-$265
Southwest
Wed 2/4
HOU - CMH • Non-stop
When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Hobby to Columbus

Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23
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1:30 pm - 4:55 pm
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12:50 pm - 2:50 pm
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3h 00mnonstop
$345Southwest
Thu, Feb 26 - Sat, Feb 28
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3:35 pm - 7:00 pm
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2h 25mnonstop
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4:10 pm - 8:50 pm
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5h 40m
1 stop
$351Southwest
Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23
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1:30 pm - 4:55 pm
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2h 25mnonstop
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6:50 pm - 11:05 pm
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5h 15m
1 stop
$355Southwest
Thu, Feb 26 - Sat, Feb 28
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8:10 am - 2:15 pm
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5h 05m
1 stop
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4:10 pm - 8:50 pm
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5h 40m
1 stop
$356Southwest
Wed, Feb 25 - Sat, Feb 28
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2:35 pm - 8:25 pm
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4h 50m
1 stop
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4:10 pm - 8:50 pm
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5h 40m
1 stop
$361Southwest
Wed, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 28
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5:45 am - 11:38 am
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4h 53m
1 stop
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6:00 am - 10:01 am
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5h 01m
1 stop
$365Delta
Wed, Feb 25 - Sat, Feb 28
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12:55 pm - 8:25 pm
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6h 30m
2 stops
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4:10 pm - 8:50 pm
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5h 40m
1 stop
$366Southwest
Sat, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 14
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6:10 am - 11:10 am
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4h 00m
1 stop
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1:10 pm - 8:40 pm
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8h 30m
2 stops
$370Southwest
Wed, Feb 25 - Sat, Feb 28
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12:55 pm - 8:25 pm
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6h 30m
2 stops
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6:20 am - 12:05 pm
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HOU
6h 45m
2 stops
$376Southwest
Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17
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3:35 pm - 7:00 pm
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CMH
2h 25mnonstop
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12:50 pm - 2:50 pm
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HOU
3h 00mnonstop
$385Southwest
Booking Insights

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.

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 Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Columbus, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday 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 October, where tickets cost $331 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $517 and $430 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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $417 on average.

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 25% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$173
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 29% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus

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.
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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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus Airport was $148 for a one-way ticket and $345 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 airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus?

    American Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Houston Hobby Airport to Columbus flight route.

  • 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 $407 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 $454 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 $417 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.

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Hobby to Columbus

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Houston to Columbus. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4258 reviews
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
8.6Crew
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3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Jan 2026
SFO - SAN
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3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The staff was very friendly, professional, and courteous. The overall flight was a great experience.

The crew canceled the complementary snack and drink in anticipation of turbulence that never materialized. I was counting on the drink (water) to take the the doses of medication - prescribed for my heart condition - that were due during the flight. Since no snack or meal was served on this flight, I cannot rate the food quality. Otherwise, this flight was excellent.

Departure was delayed more than 1/2 hour while we waited for luggage (only) transfer from another flight/plane. Once approved for takeoff, the flight was excellent.

We got exit row seats both flights. Everything was running on time

The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

Check-in, Boarding and flight were smooth. All the employees and crew was very nice and funny. They gave the kids crayons and workbooks to keep them occupied which was a big win. I’ve flown Southwest many times and that’s the first time I’ve seen that and it is a great addition.

Still a fan of open seating. Flight was on schedule and arrived on time. The 737 MAX is very comfortable.

Had to get off plane from prior flight even though I had to reboard same plane to continue to my final destination.

Boarded on time but once we were ready for take off, the crew determined that, although every seat was taken, somehow someone was on the wrong flight. Delay, delay delay, announcements and ended up with one person checking EVERY ID against their passenger Manifest only to figure out it was a "clerical error." We departed 54 minutes late causing me to run in the St. Louis Airport to make my connection and lose the priority boarding spot I had paid for. Unnecessary delay.

I like flying first class, and United has a nice one

Unbelievably poor service from flight attendants. They didn’t even do water service on a four hour flight. Just disrespectful.

Seats had less pitch than a regional jet. Food was OK. Have to buy alcohol on US based carriers flying international. Boarding was a mess. Did not have bags but overhead space was gone quick. Would like to see the airlines enforce the one bag over and one bag under policy

Lately I like the planes have been exceptionally filthy. There’s lines of dust and dirt all across the ceiling in the vents, and the cracks in between the seats are literally full of food. It’s definitely not the quality of service that I was used to with United. I’m also very disappointed with the Wi-Fi! All I wanna do is knock out a few work jobs while I’m trapped in my seat And it spools so bad. They did provide me with a refund, but the process of getting that refund is so complicated. It’s unfortunate.

Crew was excellent. This was a relatively long flight though and had very little leg room, and no entertainment.

The newer screen was super cool and had the option to watch many different shows or movies. Crew was polite and helpful. However again, many children screaming bloody murder and kicking my seat, and parents doing nothing about it as usual.

Plane was crowded and even when we hit altitude, the plane was hot, not enough air flow.

Flight was delayed and missed my connection Lufthansa didn’t respond.

the delay for 3 hours was understandable due to weather conditions but the flight should’ve provided some on flight compensations or at least provide more food.

United could have one single once of customer service. No human United employee would help me with the invalid mileage plus number, they said I had to speak with the computer.

Sadly there was a crew member very rude with my kid and with me.

They canceled the flight and didn't assist in getting a new flight on any airline. I had to spend 10 hrs in the airport after getting a ticket On Delta for twice as much. I've flown Spirit many times and this was my worst experience I've had.

Late taking off. ATC sent us circling around Chicago for almost an hour, after landing taxied for 40 minutes.

We had too many delays for the crew not the plane

Awful!!! Spirit cancelled my flight just 4 hours before departure- with no alternative flights available. I ended up missing a huge family gathering because I wasn’t able to get out. Such An awful experience. And on top of that, all the buckle and dime-ing for bags. I will never book with Spirit EVER

I'd have like to check my bag and not toss my hair products.sears are very uncomfortable. And that even water isn't free really sucks. The ticket was almost $400

Terrible. They cancelled the flight at the last minute after I had checked in at the airport and then told me they could only put me on a flight after 7 days. Pathetic.

Spirit cancelled the flight very late last night, I was on the way to the airport when I found out

Flight was canceled and instead of rescheduling at the gate we had to go out to the ticket counter. Unruly kids kicking the back of my rows chair with staff to inattentive to say something.

Honestly horrible. The plane on the way back was delayed 6 times with no explanation on why. When I asked for a refund or some money back because I had to miss a day of work because of the desk, they told me no. Because of how poorly it was handled I will most likely never take spirit again

It was costly and difficult to check in. $85 to take a small suitcase with me, carry on or checked and $75 on the return trip, Plus $25 if I didn't check my self in check in $25, because I couldn't do it on the kiosk. Small very uncomfortable seats, waited on the runway for near an hour each way. It was my worst flight to date.

It was ok. It was expensive to check 2 bags ($75.00 per bag), and then it took a long time to wait for shuttle to take us from one terminal to the terminal where the plane was taking off at LAX. And all of this for a flight where we had to pay for any food or drink that was not water.

It didn’t happen. I booked it and then was told it wasn’t available and then forced to pay far higher prices for a worse option

A 630departure flight Delayed 6hours! They changed my gate, I moved to the new gate. Had our flight on the screen for 12noon departure. I go get above to eat, check screen again and the flight was gone, no notice no announcement, nothing!! They sent my bag on the flight I wasn’t on, got it back to me 3days later. Thank goodness they did refund my money but I will NEVER fly them again.

Due to weather, my flight was delayed, further delayed, then canceled. I eventually got through to a support person who helped me find a different route out of MSP, but to get to DIA, they didn't want to, but eventually did help with the connection ticket purchase. But even this replacement flight was delayed time and time again, and I would have missed my connecting flights and I didn't want to get stuck in a layover city, so after 12 hours at the airport with two young boys who were very tired, we just cancelled our plans and spent the week at home, instead of Nana's.

Plane and crew on board were fine. Everything else was terrible.

The third party booking with cheapflightsfares was awful. Kayak should NOT partner with them. They sold me a bundle including seat selection and carry-on, but did not book the carry-ons with Frontier, so I’m out of pocket for $414 more while I await resolution.

This company socks. It's fraud. They canceled our flight yesterday, and today we were late because of a really long line at the check in bag. At the rebook station, there was ton of people. The workers were all rude. I am gonna make a report to FTC.

One of the worst travel experiences I've had. Had a flight scheduled with CVG to RSW on VLSWQX this morning departing at 5:30. Two individuals at the gate and one was in training. Not her fault but she didn't have the ability to check people in resulting in at least 15 families that didn't make it on the plane because they weren't checked into the system in time. When arriving at the airport to drop off our prepaid checked bags, the bag drop off agent asked if we could check our bags at the gate because of the long line. We said no problem so arrived at the gate by 5:00. They told those people that had previously paid for checked bags to stand off to the side while they let others that either didn't have a checked bag or their bag was already on the plan through. Realizing the gate workers had an issue, they either called for help or this lady showed up late for work as she didn't arrive until 5:15. The worker who had been there training the other individual and working diligently to make sure all passengers got on board. He even said that at one point all people that are currently in line are fine but asked the person in training to stand outside the ticketing area around 5:15 to notify any late travels that the flight was in boarding process and they arrrived too late. At that point, we're sill standing off to the side with our pre-paid checked bags patiently waiting. When the new lady arrived she couldn't have been more rude. It was an awful seen. Essentially they had asked for those without an assigned seat to board last, those with pre-paid checked bag stand off to the site and any traveling with a larger items that needed to be checked at the gate (such as a stroller), wait on the side. They realized that the flight needed to leave on time so the gate attendant shut the gate. So anyone without a seat assignment, those that had pre-checked bags, and the worst one I saw was a mother with two infant children was in line with use because she was asked to stand to the side because her stroller. When they shut the door to the plan they told her she could no longer get on. Her checked bags were already on the plane with her car keys in them, and the lady told her we couldn't accept anyone else on because the door was shut. She didn't even have a way to get home from the airport. Truely evil behavior. I've flown Frontier enough to know customer service is not a top priority in the company's mission, but this was an all-time low. I'm sending this after an 18 hour drive that our family just completed to Bonita Springs . I felt really bad for the lady being trained and the other individual trying to help, but when the new lady came to the gate she was truly one of the rudest individuals I've ever met. One lady had been there since 4am but because she didn't have an assigned seat they wouldn't let her on the plan.

I loved the staff on the plane. So friendly and helpful! However, there was an argument and misunderstanding by the staff and a customer at the gate, and the staff member was being unprofessional. When we arrived in Atlanta, we waited 1.5 hrs for our luggage to arrive. When I asked the airport attendant, they said Frontier had the longest wait for luggage out of any airlines, and that they could not be held responsible for the delay.

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