What percentage of Atlanta to Columbus flights are direct?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 49.9% of flights from Atlanta to Columbus were direct. For travelers with connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers observed was 1. This indicates that roughly half of the available options for this route involve a direct journey. When a connection is necessary, it commonly includes a single stop.

How long is the flight from Atlanta to Columbus?

A direct flight from Atlanta to Columbus typically takes 1 hour and 38 minutes. This corresponds to a median flight time of 98 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 4 hours and 55 minutes, or 295 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 720 kilometers.

How often do Atlanta to Columbus flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Atlanta to Columbus route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers often have opportunities to find deals. Over the trailing 30 days, price fluctuations have been observed regularly. This frequent price activity can be beneficial for those monitoring fares for potential savings.

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Atlanta to Columbus: Overview

Insights for flights from Atlanta to Columbus

A typical journey from Atlanta to Columbus takes about 3h 23m, including connections. This route is classified as short-haul, covering a distance of 720 kilometers. Given that a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the remaining flights typically involve one stopover.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Atlanta to Columbus, fares typically range from $57 to $273, with a median price of $99. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Approximately 39% of recent fares were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

The cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Columbus is often in May, with a median fare of just $56. June also offers competitive prices, with a median of $57. Another favorable month for lower fares is October, where the median price is around $89.

How much is a round trip from Atlanta to Columbus

Regular price: $84 - $225

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Atlanta to Columbus is $84 to $225. The current lowest deal is $45 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 10-Sep 17.

now $45

Low $84

High $225

The cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Columbus

The cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Columbus is May, with a median price of $56. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $351. Prices are generally lower from May to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $56

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $351

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Jul

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Sep

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Dec

Direct flights from Atlanta to Columbus

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Last-minute flights going from Atlanta to Columbus

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Columbus

Atlanta (ATL) - Columbus (CMH)

Frontier Airlines

$247

$119

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Columbus

Atlanta (ATL) - Columbus (CMH)

Frontier Airlines

$111

$50

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Columbus

Atlanta (ATL) - Columbus (CMH)

Frontier Airlines

$104

$55

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Columbus

Atlanta (ATL) - Columbus (CMH)

Frontier Airlines

$95

$55

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Columbus

Atlanta (ATL) - Columbus (CMH)

Frontier Airlines

$93

$55

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Columbus

Atlanta (ATL) - Columbus (CMH)

Frontier Airlines

$118

$55

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Atlanta to Columbus

4 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 9

$256 → $95

63%

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$233 → $83

64%

1 night

Aug 26 - Aug 27

$315 → $170

46%

1 night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

$232 → $88

62%

Popular Airports to fly from Atlanta to Columbus

Atlanta - Columbus route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Atlanta to Columbus are below the typical level, with deals from $45.

📅 Best time to fly

May and June are historically cheapest

Historically, May ($56) and June ($57) offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 3h 23m

The median flight time from Atlanta to Columbus is 3 hours and 23 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has direct flights; 49.9% of recent flights on this route were direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines: 1 direct deal

Frontier Airlines has offered 1 direct deal on the Atlanta to Columbus route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Atlanta to Columbus are frequent, with many options available.

Atlanta main airports to depart from

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)

Cheapest

Fly from Atlanta to Columbus via Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International, offering the cheapest flights.

📍 ~15 km from Atlanta city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$74

Columbus main airports to arrive at

John Glenn Columbus International (CMH)

Cheapest

John Glenn Columbus International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Atlanta to Columbus.

📍 ~10 km from Columbus city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$74

Airports nearby Columbus used as alternative

Dayton International (DAY)

Dayton International is the closest alternative and offers easy access via Interstate 70, despite fewer direct flights.

📍 ~110 km from Columbus (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$208

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Columbus

Historically, the best prices for flights from Atlanta to Columbus are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $79. Booking within 7-13 days of departure typically sees prices rise to approximately $189. Travelers who book very close to departure, within 0-6 days, can expect significantly higher average prices of $835. Planning ahead by at least two weeks can lead to considerable savings.

A flight from Atlanta to Columbus is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $57. Across the trailing quarter, the median price for this route was $99. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals observed being $273 or less. Keeping an eye out for fares at or below the $57 threshold will help secure a favorable price.

Historically, May and June have been the cheapest months to fly from Atlanta to Columbus, with median prices of $56 and $57 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $99. While October also shows a median price of $89, it was also identified as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days. Travelers looking for the lowest fares should consider planning their trips during late spring.

Atlanta to Columbus: Overview

Insights for flights from Atlanta to Columbus

How much is a round trip from Atlanta to Columbus

Regular price: $84 - $225

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Atlanta to Columbus is $84 to $225. The current lowest deal is $45 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 10-Sep 17.

now $45

Low $84

High $225

The cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Columbus

May

Cheapest

Flights from $56

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $351

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Atlanta to Columbus

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Atlanta to Columbus

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Columbus

Atlanta (ATL) - Columbus (CMH)

Frontier Airlines

$247

$119

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Columbus

Atlanta (ATL) - Columbus (CMH)

Frontier Airlines

$111

$50

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Columbus

Atlanta (ATL) - Columbus (CMH)

Frontier Airlines

$104

$55

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Columbus

Atlanta (ATL) - Columbus (CMH)

Frontier Airlines

$95

$55

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Columbus

Atlanta (ATL) - Columbus (CMH)

Frontier Airlines

$93

$55

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Columbus

Atlanta (ATL) - Columbus (CMH)

Frontier Airlines

$118

$55

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Atlanta to Columbus

4 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 9

$256 → $95

63%

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$233 → $83

64%

1 night

Aug 26 - Aug 27

$315 → $170

46%

1 night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

$232 → $88

62%

Popular Airports to fly from Atlanta to Columbus

Atlanta - Columbus route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Atlanta to Columbus are below the typical level, with deals from $45.

📅 Best time to fly

May and June are historically cheapest

Historically, May ($56) and June ($57) offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 3h 23m

The median flight time from Atlanta to Columbus is 3 hours and 23 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has direct flights; 49.9% of recent flights on this route were direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines: 1 direct deal

Frontier Airlines has offered 1 direct deal on the Atlanta to Columbus route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Atlanta to Columbus are frequent, with many options available.

Atlanta main airports to depart from

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)

Cheapest

Fly from Atlanta to Columbus via Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International, offering the cheapest flights.

📍 ~15 km from Atlanta city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$74

Columbus main airports to arrive at

John Glenn Columbus International (CMH)

Cheapest

John Glenn Columbus International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Atlanta to Columbus.

📍 ~10 km from Columbus city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$74

Airports nearby Columbus used as alternative

Dayton International (DAY)

Dayton International is the closest alternative and offers easy access via Interstate 70, despite fewer direct flights.

Columbus, United States

79% AI deal score

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Columbus

Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Columbus

Today’s best flight deals from Atlanta to Columbus

Atlanta to Columbus: Overview

Insights for flights from Atlanta to Columbus

How much is a round trip from Atlanta to Columbus

The cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Columbus

Direct flights from Atlanta to Columbus

Last-minute flights going from Atlanta to Columbus

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Atlanta to Columbus

Popular Airports to fly from Atlanta to Columbus

Atlanta - Columbus route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

May and June are historically cheapest

Median flight time is 3h 23m

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines: 1 direct deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Atlanta main airports to depart from

Columbus main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Columbus used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Columbus

Best Elite deals to Columbus

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Columbus

How early should I book Atlanta to Columbus flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a Atlanta to Columbus flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Atlanta to Columbus?

What percentage of Atlanta to Columbus flights are direct?

How long is the flight from Atlanta to Columbus?

How often do Atlanta to Columbus flight prices drop?

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Atlanta to Columbus: Overview

Insights for flights from Atlanta to Columbus

How much is a round trip from Atlanta to Columbus

The cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Columbus

Direct flights from Atlanta to Columbus

Last-minute flights going from Atlanta to Columbus

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Atlanta to Columbus

Popular Airports to fly from Atlanta to Columbus

Atlanta - Columbus route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

May and June are historically cheapest

Median flight time is 3h 23m

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines: 1 direct deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Atlanta main airports to depart from

Columbus main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Columbus used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Columbus

Best Elite deals to Columbus

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Sep 25

Oct 20

Oct 08

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Columbus

How early should I book Atlanta to Columbus flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a Atlanta to Columbus flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Atlanta to Columbus?