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Cheapest round-trip
$325
Typical prices: $368-$482
American Airlines
Sun 12/16Wed 1/10
LNK - CMH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$138
Typical prices: $378-$508
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/11
LNK - CMH • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Lincoln and Columbus Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 14% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $333 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 5h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lincoln to Columbus (LNK-CMH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lincoln to Columbus

Wed, Dec 16 - Sun, Jan 10
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:12 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
7h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:56 pm - 12:34 amCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
4h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325American Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 10
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5:11 am - 1:08 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
6h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:06 pm - 12:34 amCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
5h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
United Airlines Logo
7:38 am - 1:14 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
4h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:45 am - 4:17 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
8h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
$369United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 2:23 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
6h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:24 am - 2:10 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
9h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$374American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 6:05 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
10h 25m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:02 pm - 10:55 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
9h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$379American Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 10
American Airlines Logo
6:28 am - 6:24 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
10h 56m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:06 pm - 12:34 amCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
5h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$389American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
3:02 pm - 8:34 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
4h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:15 am - 11:15 amCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
7h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$411United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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1:19 pm - 10:42 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
8h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:59 am - 8:11 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
10h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$416United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:10 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
6h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 12:27 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
8h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$416United Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 10
American Airlines Logo
6:28 am - 7:42 pmLNK  Lincoln-CMH Columbus
12h 14m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:06 pmCMH  Columbus-LNK Lincoln
10h 06m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$560American Airlines
Booking Insights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Lincoln to Columbus Airport typically range from $368 to $482. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $325, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lincoln to Columbus Airport. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 107% higher.

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Key details for Lincoln to Columbus Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$138
The most popular month to fly with an average 133% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Lincoln to Columbus Airport

When to book flights from Lincoln to Columbus

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Your Lincoln to Columbus 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 Lincoln to Columbus Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 pm and lands at 2:20 pm
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 pm and lands at 2:20 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 20m.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Lincoln to Columbus Airport.

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

    A nonstop flight from Lincoln to Columbus Airport takes 2h 20m, covering 731 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lincoln 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Lincoln to Columbus Airport range from $368 to $482, with an average of $402 over the past 12 months. Anything below $368 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Lincoln 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 $325 to $966. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Lincoln to Columbus Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $173, which is 59% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 Lincoln to Columbus Airport?

    Flights from Lincoln to Columbus Airport usually depart from Lincoln (LNK) and arrive at Columbus (CMH).

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

    Connecting flights from Lincoln to Columbus Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 96% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 59% on flights from Lincoln to Columbus Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $345 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $836, a difference of $491.

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

  • What airlines fly from Lincoln to Columbus Airport?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Lincoln and Columbus Airport.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 09m, compared with 7h 10m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Lincoln and Columbus Airport?

    Columbus Airport is 1 hour ahead of Lincoln (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Lincoln 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $345, about $491 less than Monday fares (59% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lincoln to Columbus Airport trip for August. Fares historically average $345 round-trip in that month - typically $233 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • 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

Prefer to fly direct from Lincoln to Columbus?

 
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Lincoln to Columbus

Sunday

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Direct returns

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Friday

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