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Flight deals from Portland Airport to Columbus

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Portland Airport to Columbus? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £182. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Columbus.£156 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May, returning Mon, 18 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Portland on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From £156, select.
Columbus.£182 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr, returning Mon, 20 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Portland on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From £182, select.
Columbus.£256 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Portland on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From £256, select.
Columbus.£264 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Mar, returning Sat, 18 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Portland on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From £264, select.
Columbus.£330 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Portland on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From £330, select.
Columbus.£340 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Fri, 19 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Portland on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From £340, select.
Columbus.£341 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Portland on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From £341, select.
Columbus.£344 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Portland on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From £344, select.
Columbus.£366 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Portland on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From £366, select.
Columbus.£385 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Portland on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From £385, select.

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Direct flights from Portland to Columbus

Alternative Portland to Columbus routes

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

Port Columbus

7 miles from central Columbus
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Columbus Rickenbacker

11 miles from central Columbus
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Portland to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£156
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week1

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Finding cheap flights from Portland 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 Portland to Columbus is £156. 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 48 minutes is the average flight time from Portland to Columbus.
American Airlines flies direct from Portland to Columbus.
As of March 2026, there is one flight per week flying from Portland to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from Portland to Columbus is usually May.
If you're flying from Portland 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 £156.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Portland Airport to Columbus on Wednesday, 13 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 48 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 March, the average temperature is usually around 4°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.

Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Portland International Airport is located in Portland. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Columbus is three hours ahead of Portland.

  • Leave enough time to get on your PDX to Columbus flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • PDX is about 6 miles from central Portland. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near PDX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Portland International Airport to Columbus or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 83.65% of flights leaving Portland International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from PDX.

  • PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.

How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Columbus

  • £64 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Portland International Airport to Columbus flight. A return ticket right now is £156. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To find cheap flights from PDX to Columbus, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Portland International Airport to Columbus across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from PDX to Columbus is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Portland International Airport to Columbus by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • The distance from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is roughly 8 miles. It takes about 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Portland International Airport to Columbus. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:

  • Pick up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car and discover Columbus and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Budget and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.

  • To get the best possible deal, reserve your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport a few weeks before your flight from PDX to Columbus. Prices typically increase closer to the day of travel.

  • CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • Once your flight from Portland International Airport to Columbus has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 16 miles from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • You'll find a few comfortable accommodation options within an easy drive of LCK. Get into relaxation mode at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East after your PDX to Columbus flight.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • Travel to Columbus during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Portland International Airport to Columbus in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • When booking your Portland International Airport to Columbus plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from PDX to Columbus around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Columbus

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Columbus right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Portland International Airport to Columbus:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Ohio Statehouse, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and German Village are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Columbus itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Columbus, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel about 280 miles north-west to Chicago to tick off its top 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.

  • Around 170 miles west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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