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Cheapest round-trip
$260
Typical prices: $263-$487
Frontier
Mon 9/24Fri 9/28
EWR - CMH • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$279
Typical prices: $265-$494
United Airlines
Sun 11/25Thu 12/13
EWR - CMH • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 1h 57m
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 68% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $244 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Newark to Columbus (EWR-CMH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Newark to Columbus

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
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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
$260Frontier
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 27
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11:30 am - 6:48 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
7h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:44 pm - 10:36 amCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
14h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$261Frontier
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13
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11:30 am - 6:48 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
7h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:12 pm - 1:02 amCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
6h 50m1 stop Orlando
$261Frontier
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Dec 13
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7:53 pm - 9:59 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
2h 06mnonstop
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7:37 am - 9:34 amCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
1h 57mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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10:30 am - 12:25 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
1h 55mnonstop
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7:45 am - 9:38 amCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
1h 53mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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8:15 pm - 10:11 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
1h 56mnonstop
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9:07 am - 11:07 amCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
2h 00mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
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10:29 pm - 6:27 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
19h 58m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Raleigh-Durham
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7:50 pm - 10:32 amCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
14h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$297Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 8
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5:55 am - 5:52 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
11h 57m2 stops Orlando Greenville
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6:12 pm - 1:02 amCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
6h 50m1 stop Orlando
$297Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7
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6:59 pm - 12:10 amEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
5h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 12:20 pmCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
5h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$319Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Fri, Nov 13
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12:00 pm - 6:04 pmEWR  Newark-CMH Columbus
6h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:40 pm - 11:15 pmCMH  Columbus-EWR Newark
3h 35m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$319Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Newark Airport to Columbus Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport start at $260. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $263 to $487. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $260 on Frontier.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 89% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport at $268 round-trip.
  • June ($472) and February ($462) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 76% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 68% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Newark Airport to Columbus Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$89
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 38% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Newark to Columbus

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Your Newark Airport to Columbus Airport flight questions, answered

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

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

    Among airlines operating Newark Airport to Columbus Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: 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 Newark Airport to Columbus Airport?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Newark Airport and Columbus Airport.

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

    Flights from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport usually depart from Newark (EWR) and arrive at Columbus (CMH).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Newark Airport 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
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class 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 Newark Airport to Columbus Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Newark Airport 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 $336 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) variants.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 7% 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 Newark Airport to Columbus Airport?

    On the Newark Airport to Columbus Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 56%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $284 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $632: a $348 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Newark Airport 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 Newark Airport to Columbus Airport route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 53 minutes.

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

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Newark Airport to Columbus Airport flights, with 42% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 29%, afternoon flights for 29%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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 Newark Airport to Columbus Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:45 am and lands at 10:42 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:15 pm and lands at 10:12 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 57m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 33% above the route average of $334. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport takes 1h 57m, covering 461 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Newark Airport 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 Newark Airport 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 $260 to $1,205. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $174, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

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

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

    • Spirit Airlines: 94% on time
    • United Airlines: 88% on time
    • Delta: 17% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 88% of the time on average.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 47m, compared with 3h 49m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 4h 34m 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 Newark Airport to Columbus Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport range from $263 to $487, with an average of $334 over the past 12 months. Anything below $263 counts as a good deal.

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

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Newark Airport to Columbus Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Newark Airport 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 $348 less than Monday (55% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 68% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Newark Airport to Columbus Airport trip for September. Fares historically average $268 round-trip in that month - typically $204 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. 94% of Spirit Airlines flights from Newark Airport to Columbus Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 88%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 53 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 $92 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
    - Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Airport

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Direct departures

Newark to Columbus

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Columbus to Newark

Monday

United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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