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Cheapest round-trip
$136
Typical prices: $179-$303
Frontier
Mon 10/15Sat 10/20
RDU - CMH • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$137
Typical prices: $168-$275
Breeze Airways
Fri 11/9Mon 11/12
RDU - CMH • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Breeze Airways. Average duration is 1h 28m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 72% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 30% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $246 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Columbus (RDU-CMH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Columbus

Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
Frontier Logo
1:16 pm - 6:48 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
5h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
7:44 pm - 3:21 pmCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
19h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$136Frontier
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:30 pm - 6:33 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
21h 03m2 stops Orlando Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:22 pm - 8:47 pmCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 25mnonstop
$136Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
Breeze Airways Logo
9:53 am - 11:21 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
1h 28mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
9:09 am - 10:34 amCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 25mnonstop
$137Breeze Airways
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
Breeze Airways Logo
4:59 pm - 6:27 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
1h 28mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
7:22 pm - 8:47 pmCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 25mnonstop
$138Breeze Airways
Sun, Dec 13 - Tue, Jan 5
Delta Logo
5:07 am - 10:21 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
5h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 11:16 amCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$217Delta
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
Delta Logo
1:45 pm - 6:09 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
4h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:37 pmCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$217Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 2
Southwest Logo
11:30 am - 7:15 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
7h 45m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 10:55 amCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 35m1 stop Orlando
$222Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Fri, Oct 30
Southwest Logo
11:30 am - 7:15 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
7h 45m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 9:30 amCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$222Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 13
American Airlines Logo
10:26 am - 3:19 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
4h 53m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
4:42 pm - 8:10 pmCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 28m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$231American Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
American Airlines Logo
5:02 am - 9:23 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CMH Columbus
4h 21m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 10:25 amCMH  Columbus-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$237American Airlines
Booking Insights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Columbus Airport typically range from $179 to $303. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $136, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Columbus Airport. It’s 26% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Columbus Airport?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Columbus Airport at $174 round-trip.
•December ($293) and September ($293) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Raleigh to Columbus Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Raleigh to Columbus Airport are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 72% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Raleigh to Columbus Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 17% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Raleigh to Columbus Airport

When to book flights from Raleigh to Columbus

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Your Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Columbus Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 9:53 am and lands at 11:21 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:10 pm and lands at 6:38 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 28m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Columbus Airport takes 1h 28m, covering 362 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Columbus Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Columbus Airport range from $179 to $303, with an average of $249 over the past 12 months. Anything below $179 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 38% above the $249 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $213 round-trip, compared to $246 via a layover through Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 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 Raleigh to Columbus Airport?

    The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Breeze Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Raleigh to Columbus Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Raleigh 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 $136 to $1,133. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Columbus Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $88, which is 44% 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 $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Columbus Airport usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Columbus (CMH).

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Raleigh to Columbus Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $185 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $305, a difference of $120.

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

  • What airlines fly from Raleigh to Columbus Airport?

    Only Breeze Airways operates flights between Raleigh and Columbus Airport.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 37m, compared with 3h 49m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 3h 49m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • 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.

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

    Among airlines operating Raleigh to Columbus Airport flights:

    • Breeze Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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

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

    • Breeze Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

Your guide to booking Raleigh 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 Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $185, about $120 less than Wednesday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 72% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Columbus Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $174 round-trip in that month - typically $119 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 Raleigh to Columbus?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Columbus Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Raleigh-Durham to Columbus

Monday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Tuesday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Wednesday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Thursday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Friday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Saturday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Sunday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

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Direct returns

Columbus to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Tuesday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Wednesday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Thursday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Friday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Saturday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Sunday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

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