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Cheapest round-trip
$357
Typical prices: $368-$548
Southwest
Sat 10/6Sat 10/13
OAK - CMH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$135
Typical prices: $208-$320
Frontier
Fri 10/12
OAK - CMH • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Oakland and Columbus Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 24% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $333 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Oakland to Columbus (OAK-CMH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Oakland to Columbus

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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5:35 am - 5:50 pmOAK  Oakland-CMH Columbus
9h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:20 pm - 10:10 pmCMH  Columbus-OAK Oakland
7h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$357Southwest
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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6:05 am - 5:50 pmOAK  Oakland-CMH Columbus
8h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:20 pm - 10:10 pmCMH  Columbus-OAK Oakland
7h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$362Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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5:50 am - 3:00 pmOAK  Oakland-CMH Columbus
6h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
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8:05 pm - 12:05 amCMH  Columbus-OAK Oakland
7h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$368Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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2:10 pm - 1:00 amOAK  Oakland-CMH Columbus
7h 50m2 stops Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:25 pm - 7:15 pmCMH  Columbus-OAK Oakland
9h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$369Southwest
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:02 am - 8:50 pmOAK  Oakland-CMH Columbus
10h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:34 am - 6:54 pmCMH  Columbus-OAK Oakland
13h 20m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$378Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:02 am - 8:50 pmOAK  Oakland-CMH Columbus
10h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:34 am - 6:54 pmCMH  Columbus-OAK Oakland
13h 20m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$389Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 26
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12:41 pm - 11:08 pmOAK  Oakland-CMH Columbus
7h 27m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:55 am - 12:01 pmCMH  Columbus-OAK Oakland
7h 06m1 stop Salt Lake City
$399Delta
Wed, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 8
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7:00 am - 8:56 pmOAK  Oakland-CMH Columbus
10h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:30 am - 3:44 pmCMH  Columbus-OAK Oakland
10h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$399Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 26
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12:41 pm - 11:08 pmOAK  Oakland-CMH Columbus
7h 27m1 stop Salt Lake City
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8:15 am - 6:15 pmCMH  Columbus-OAK Oakland
13h 00m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
$404Delta
Wed, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 8
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5:55 am - 5:18 pmOAK  Oakland-CMH Columbus
8h 23m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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8:00 am - 12:25 pmCMH  Columbus-OAK Oakland
7h 25m1 stop Salt Lake City
$437Delta
Booking Insights

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

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

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

Round-trip flights from Oakland to Columbus Airport start at $357. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $368 to $548. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $357 on Southwest.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Oakland to Columbus Airport, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 48% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland to Columbus Airport at $332 round-trip.
  • November ($562) and December ($548) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Oakland to Columbus Airport flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$135
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 29% increase in price.
Flight from Oakland to Columbus Airport

When to book flights from Oakland to Columbus

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Oakland to Columbus based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Oakland to Columbus Airport flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Oakland to Columbus Airport usually depart from Oakland (OAK) and arrive at Columbus (CMH).

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

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

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

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

    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 18% of one-stop connections

    Salt Lake City (SLC) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 40% on the Oakland to Columbus Airport route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $392 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $648, a difference of $256. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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.

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

    A nonstop flight from Oakland to Columbus Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 2,104 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Oakland 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 Oakland 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 $357 to $2,212. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Oakland to Columbus Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $172, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 29m, compared with 7h 05m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 7h 11m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

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

    Columbus Airport is 3 hours ahead of Oakland (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Oakland to Columbus Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Oakland to Columbus Airport range from $368 to $548, with an average of $436 over the past 12 months. Anything below $368 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Oakland 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 Monday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $392 - about $256 less than Sunday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Oakland to Columbus Airport trip for April. Fares historically average $332 round-trip in that month - typically $230 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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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