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Cheapest round-trip
$151
Typical prices: $144-$336
Frontier, Breeze Airways
Sat 10/6Wed 11/7
MCO - CMH • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$158
Typical prices: $139-$331
Frontier
Sat 11/17Mon 12/3
MCO - CMH • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Southwest and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 22m
Direct flights
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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October
Cheapest • 25% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $200 (round-trip)
Greenville (GSP)
Shortest trip • 3h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Orlando to Columbus (ORL-CMH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Orlando to Columbus

Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
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7:05 am - 6:27 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
11h 22m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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7:44 pm - 8:08 amCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
12h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$150Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Nov 7
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9:30 am - 6:55 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
9h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:22 pm - 11:42 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
4h 20m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$151Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
Frontier Logo
12:50 pm - 6:55 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
6h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:50 pm - 8:57 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
25h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$152Frontier
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:05 am - 6:27 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
11h 22m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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7:22 pm - 11:42 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
4h 20m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$157Breeze Airways
Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Dec 3
Frontier Logo
2:48 pm - 5:18 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
2h 30mnonstop
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8:38 am - 11:02 amCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
2h 24mnonstop
$158Frontier
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
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7:00 am - 12:42 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
5h 42m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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7:44 pm - 8:08 amCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
12h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$159Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
Frontier Logo
3:10 pm - 5:37 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
2h 27mnonstop
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6:48 pm - 9:15 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
2h 27mnonstop
$159Frontier
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 19
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1:11 pm - 6:27 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
5h 16m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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6:32 pm - 10:09 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
3h 37m1 stop Greenville
$162Breeze Airways
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:00 pm - 8:30 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
2h 30mnonstop
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5:00 pm - 7:20 pmCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
2h 20mnonstop
$325Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
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10:40 am - 2:35 pmMCO  Orlando-CMH Columbus
3h 55m1 stop Sarasota Bradenton Intl
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6:00 am - 10:55 amCMH  Columbus-MCO Orlando
4h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$327Southwest
Booking Insights

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

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What is the cheapest Orlando to Columbus Airport flight route?

There's little price difference between Orlando to Columbus Airport routes. They average around $217 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Orlando to Columbus Airport, it is 19% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 91% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Orlando to Columbus Airport at $164 round-trip.
  • June ($369) and May ($329) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 125% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Orlando to Columbus Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Orlando to Columbus Airport are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% 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 Orlando to Columbus

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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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.

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Key details for Orlando to Columbus Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$69
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 25% lower on average.
Flight from Orlando Airport to Columbus Airport

When to book flights from Orlando to Columbus

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Your Orlando 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 Orlando to Columbus Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Orlando to Columbus Airport flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Orlando to Columbus Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Orlando and Columbus Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Southwest
    • Frontier

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

    Flights from Orlando to Columbus Airport may depart from several airports in Orlando area, including Orlando (MCO) and Orlando Sanford Intl (SFB). Flights usually arrive at Columbus (CMH).

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

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

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: 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 Orlando to Columbus Airport?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $200 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $212 for nonstop.

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

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

    • Greenville (GSP) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Raleigh-Durham (RDU) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Greenville (GSP) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Orlando to Columbus Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 58%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $177 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $416: a $239 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Orlando to Columbus Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, 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 Orlando to Columbus Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:20 am and lands at 7:42 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:05 pm and lands at 12:27 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 22m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 21% above the route average of $217. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Orlando to Columbus Airport takes 2h 22m, covering 796 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Orlando 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 Orlando 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 $150 to $1,174. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Orlando to Columbus Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $110, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Greenville (GSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 43m, compared with 4h 27m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 58m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • 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 Orlando to Columbus Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Orlando to Columbus Airport range from $144 to $336, with an average of $217 over the past 12 months. Anything below $144 counts as a good deal.

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

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Orlando to Columbus Airport flights:

    • • JetBlue
    • • Delta

    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 Orlando 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 $177 - about $239 less than Monday (57% 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 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Orlando to Columbus Airport trip for October. Fares historically average $164 round-trip in that month - typically $205 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $200 round-trip on this route - about $12 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.
    - Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport
    - Hampton Inn Columbus-International Airport
    - Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Airport

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Direct departures

Orlando to Columbus

Monday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Friday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

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Direct returns

Columbus to Orlando

Monday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Friday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

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