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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Orlando International to Columbus? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Columbus.£59 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Feb, returning Tue, 17 Feb.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Orlando International on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £59, select.
Columbus.£81 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar, returning Wed, 18 Mar.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Orlando International on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £81, select.
Columbus.£85 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan, returning Sat, 31 Jan.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Orlando International on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £85, select.
Columbus.£85 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan, returning Wed, 4 Feb.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Orlando International on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £85, select.
Columbus.£90 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Feb, returning Sun, 1 Mar.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Orlando International on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £90, select.
Columbus.£94 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr, returning Tue, 28 Apr.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Orlando International on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £94, select.
Columbus.£95 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Sat, 2 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Orlando International on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £95, select.
Columbus.£95 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Orlando International on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £95, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Orlando International to Columbus

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Orlando International to Columbus flights are currently cheapest in February.
Dec
from £215
Jan
from £85
Feb
from £59
Mar
from £81
Apr
from £94
May
from £95
Jun
from £189
Jul
from £119
Aug
from £211
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Oct
from £306
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Orlando to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£59
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time2 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week39

Finding cheap flights from Orlando International to Columbus: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Columbus: Port Columbus and Columbus Rickenbacker.
The best price we found for a return flight from Orlando International to Columbus is £59. 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.
2 hours and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Orlando International to Columbus.
Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines and KLM fly direct from Orlando International to Columbus.
As of December 2025, there are 39 flights per week flying from Orlando International to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from Orlando International to Columbus is usually February.
If you're flying from Orlando International Airport, the cheapest airport near Columbus is Port Columbus – which is 6.7 miles away from the centre of Columbus. We've found flights into this airport from £59.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Orlando International Airport to Columbus on Tuesday, 10 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 24 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 Columbus 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 Columbus is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around -1°C. July is typically the warmest month in Columbus, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -7°C. The rainiest month is May.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Columbus.

Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Columbus and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • Columbus and Orlando (where Orlando International Airport is located) are both in the UTC-4 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.

  • The most popular route is from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). There are 22 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from MCO to CMH is the 05:05 Frontier Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 22:48 with Spirit Airlines.

  • To avoid rushing for your MCO to Columbus flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Direct Orlando International Airport to Columbus tickets are available for booking. John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is where you'll be landing.

  • There's a good selection of carriers offering direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Columbus, including:

  • To get to MCO from central Orlando, it takes around 20 minutes by car. It's roughly 9 miles from the airport to the city centre.

  • Looking for a hotel close to MCO? If you're catching an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Columbus, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • Of all flights leaving Orlando International Airport, 78.28% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • MCO's address is One Airport Boulevard.

How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Columbus

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Columbus flight is £30. The cheapest price for a return flight is £59. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from MCO to Columbus, reserve your trip one month before your departure date.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Orlando International Airport to Columbus tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from MCO to Columbus is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.

  • Find an affordable flight from Orlando International Airport to Columbus with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is around 8 miles from the centre of Columbus. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 10 minutes.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Orlando International Airport to Columbus. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and explore beyond Columbus's usual tourist stops.

  • To get the best deal, book your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from MCO to Columbus. Rates typically rise closer to your day of departure.

  • The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is about 16 miles from the centre of Columbus. Once you've hopped off your flight from Orlando International Airport to Columbus, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so.

  • There are some terrific accommodation options just a quick drive from LCK. Ease into relaxation mode at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East after your MCO to Columbus flight.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Orlando International Airport to Columbus. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and major attractions can be crowded. Go to Columbus in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.

  • Book a Orlando International Airport to Columbus plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from MCO to Columbus in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.

More about Columbus

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Columbus right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Orlando International Airport to Columbus:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Ohio Statehouse, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and German Village are leading attractions which should be on any good Columbus itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Columbus, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey around 280 miles north-west to Chicago to tick off its popular sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Indianapolis is another standout destination in United States and is around 170 miles west of Columbus. No trip is complete without dropping by The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

Plan the rest of your trip from Orlando to Columbus

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