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Cheapest round-trip
$221
Typical prices: $237-$439
Breeze Airways
Wed 9/26Sat 9/29
SWF - CMH • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$279
Typical prices: $237-$442
United Airlines
Tue 11/20Fri 11/23
EWR - CMH • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 58m
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Cheapest • 5% average savings
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Most punctual • 86% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $244 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Columbus (NYC-CMH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Columbus

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29
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12:39 pm - 6:27 pmSWF  New Windsor Stewart-CMH Columbus
5h 48m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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7:50 pm - 9:38 amCMH  Columbus-SWF New Windsor Stewart
37h 48m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
$221Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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12:39 pm - 6:27 pmSWF  New Windsor Stewart-CMH Columbus
5h 48m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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7:44 pm - 9:28 amCMH  Columbus-SWF New Windsor Stewart
37h 44m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
$237Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Thu, Oct 1
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11:35 am - 6:55 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
7h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:50 pm - 1:01 amCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
29h 11m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
$260Frontier
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Oct 5
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11:35 am - 6:55 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
7h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:16 pm - 1:01 amCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
27h 45m1 stop Orlando
$261Frontier
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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8:04 pm - 10:05 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
2h 01mnonstop
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12:07 pm - 2:00 pmCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
1h 53mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6
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5:00 pm - 6:46 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
1h 46mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:57 amCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
1h 57mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28
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6:48 am - 12:35 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
5h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:38 am - 1:30 pmCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
6h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$297American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28
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6:00 am - 1:16 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
7h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:07 pm - 10:22 pmCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
5h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$297Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
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7:15 am - 12:01 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
4h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:40 pm - 11:15 pmCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
3h 35m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$298Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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6:00 am - 11:58 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-CMH Columbus
5h 58m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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12:30 pm - 4:30 pmCMH  Columbus-LGA New York LaGuardia
4h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$310American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York to Columbus Airport flights

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What is the cheapest New York to Columbus Airport flight route?

There's little price difference between New York to Columbus Airport routes. They average around $308 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Columbus Airport, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 53% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Columbus Airport?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Columbus Airport at $255 round-trip.
  • June ($373) and July ($363) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from New York to Columbus Airport the cheapest?

Flights from New York to Columbus Airport are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from New York to Columbus

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta and United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for New York to Columbus Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$95
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
Flight from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport

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Your New York to Columbus Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Is there a private place for passengers to finish their work?

    Passengers with unfinished work can use the private workspaces at LaGuardia airport. The jabbrrbox pods give passengers a personal space to work. Services that you can enjoy include free Wi-Fi access, flight-tracking abilities, a camera for video conference calls and terminal maps. The pods are located on the airside of terminal B.

  • Which services are offered at LaGuardia airport?

    LaGuardia airport offers various services to passengers ensuring that they enjoy their travel. Passengers can pamper and loosen their tight muscles at the spa. XpresSpa offers massages and is located near gate C6, airside of terminal B. Spa Here provides manicures, pedicures and massages and is located near gates B40 - B59 of terminal B.

  • Where can you drink and eat at the departure airport?

    Dining at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) involves much more than just grabbing a quick meal. Choosing where to eat might be difficult when there is such a delicious array of traditional foods and exquisite cuisine from the best chefs in the region. Some of the common food and drink concessions in the airport include Dunkin’, Abica Coffee and Auntie Anne's.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York to Columbus Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating New York to Columbus Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from New York to Columbus Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between New York and Columbus Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

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

    Flights from New York to Columbus Airport may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Columbus (CMH).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York to Columbus Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from New York to Columbus Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New York to Columbus Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $244 round-trip via Orlando (MCO), compared to $308 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New York to Columbus Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    One-stop flights from New York to Columbus Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the New York to Columbus Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 41%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $284 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $474: a $190 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from New York 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 New York to Columbus Airport route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 57 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from New York to Columbus Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on New York to Columbus Airport flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 29%, and night flights for 4%.

  • 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.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from New York to Columbus Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:30 am and lands at 8:28 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:02 pm and lands at 11:00 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 58m.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York to Columbus Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 21% above the route average of $308. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from New York to Columbus Airport?

    A nonstop flight from New York to Columbus Airport takes 1h 58m, covering 471 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York 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 New York 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 $221 to $1,323. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New York to Columbus Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $164, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Spirit Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on New York to Columbus Airport flights?

    Spirit Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on New York to Columbus Airport flights are:

    • Spirit Airlines: 86% on time
    • American Airlines: 85% on time
    • Delta: 83% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 84% of the time on average.

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

    Morning 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.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 47m, compared with 3h 47m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 33m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • 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 New York to Columbus Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York to Columbus Airport range from $237 to $439, with an average of $308 over the past 12 months. Anything below $237 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York to Columbus Airport flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York to Columbus Airport flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • Delta
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking New York 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 Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $284 - about $190 less than Monday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Columbus Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $255 round-trip in that month - typically $118 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Spirit Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 86% of Spirit Airlines flights from New York to Columbus Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 84%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 57 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Orlando Airport (MCO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $244 round-trip on this route - about $64 less than direct flights (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.
    - Hampton Inn Columbus-International Airport
    - Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport
    - Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport
  • If you are traveling with your four-legged companion, LaGuardia airport (LGA) is dedicated to making your friend enjoy their trip. Take your companion for a potty break at the pet relief areas located near the marine air terminal entrance of terminal A, near concourse D and Hangar 1 of terminal B and departure levels of terminals C and D.
  • If you want to leave your vehicle at LaGuardia airport, parking services are available. The parking options include terminal A lot & terminal B garage located across terminals A and B and terminal C/D garage across terminals C and D. Long-term parking services are also available at LaGuardia airport.
  • Passengers arriving at John Glenn international airport (CMH) can have a foot or chair massage at the massage bar located at gate B23.
  • The flight from New York City to Columbus is not very long and has direct flights. Delta and American Airlines offer direct flights from LaGuardia airport to John Glenn international airport. We recommend passengers compare the prices and services and choose the suitable one that meets their needs and budgets.
  • Passengers with their four-legged friends at John Glenn international airport can take them for a potty break at the pet relief areas. The pet relief areas are located outside the baggage claim area.

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Direct departures

New York to Columbus

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

Columbus to New York

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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