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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Columbus to Los Angeles? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.RM456 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM456, select.
Los Angeles.RM481 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM481, select.
Los Angeles.RM481 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM481, select.
Los Angeles.RM506 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Jan, returning Wed, 21 Jan.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM506, select.
Los Angeles.RM507 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Fri, 17 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM507, select.
Los Angeles.RM507 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM507, select.
Los Angeles.RM507 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Dec, returning Sun, 14 Dec.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM507, select.
Los Angeles.RM507 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM507, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Los Angeles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Columbus to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from RM1,663
Aug
from RM507
Sep
from RM481
Oct
from RM507
Nov
from RM507
Dec
from RM507
Jan
from RM506
Feb
from RM675
Mar
from RM1,956
Apr
from RM1,595
May
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Jun
from RM1,249

Direct flights from Columbus to Los Angeles

Alternative Columbus to Los Angeles routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Columbus to Los Angeles? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Columbus to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM456
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time4 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week140

Finding cheap flights from Columbus to Los Angeles: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Columbus to Los Angeles is RM456. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Columbus to Los Angeles.
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Qantas fly direct from Columbus to Los Angeles.
As of July 2025, there are 315 flights per week flying from Columbus to Los Angeles.
The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Los Angeles is usually September.
If you're flying from Columbus, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from RM456.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Columbus to Los Angeles on Thursday, 18 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to Los Angeles is Spirit Airlines .

Flying from Columbus to Los Angeles: what you need to know

  • Begin planning your trip by checking out the departure points for your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles. Explore the options for leaving from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) or Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), two of the city's main airports.

  • The major arrival points in Los Angeles are Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY).

  • Take a direct Columbus to Los Angeles flight and you'll be flying for an average of 4 hours 50 minutes.

  • Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Los Angeles three hours behind Columbus.

  • There are seven services each week between John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and {"defaultCase":"Los Angeles International Airport","accusativeCase":"Los Angeles International Airport","nominativeCase":"Los Angeles International Airport","dativeCase":"Los Angeles International Airport"} (LAX). This is the most popular route when booking flights from Columbus to Los Angeles.

  • To ensure you board your Columbus to Los Angeles flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.

  • If you're going away during a popular month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas and New Year.

How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Los Angeles

  • Right now, RM228 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Los Angeles. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM456. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book two months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Columbus to Los Angeles flights.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on plane tickets from Columbus to Los Angeles. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Columbus to Los Angeles by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your Columbus to Los Angeles flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Flying from Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • Take off from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) on a nonstop flight from Columbus to Los Angeles. From CMH, you can travel directly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

  • American Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct Columbus to Los Angeles plane tickets from CMH.

  • CMH is about 10 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Columbus to Los Angeles or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • When it comes to John Glenn Columbus International Airport's on-time performance, 79.5% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.

Arriving in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Columbus to Los Angeles. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through Los Angeles and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week before your departure date.

  • LAX is situated at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • As soon as your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).

  • The journey will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles:

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Van Nuys Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and make a speedy getaway.

  • Generally, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Secure your ride from VNY the moment you know your dates.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Columbus to Los Angeles. To avoid the crowds, go to Los Angeles in May.

  • Book a Columbus to Los Angeles ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Columbus to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

More about Los Angeles

  • Once you've booked your flight from Columbus to Los Angeles, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:

  • Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Los Angeles travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

Plan the rest of your trip from Columbus to Los Angeles

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