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Columbus.C$270 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 5, returning Mon, Jun 9.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, Jun 5, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Port Columbus on Mon, Jun 9, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$270, select.
Columbus.C$329 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 22, returning Thu, Oct 30.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, Oct 22, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from Port Columbus on Thu, Oct 30, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$329, select.
Columbus.C$342 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 11, returning Fri, Jul 18.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Seattle / Tacoma International on Fri, Jul 11, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Port Columbus on Fri, Jul 18, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$342, select.
Columbus.C$342 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 4, returning Mon, Sep 8.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, Sep 4, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Port Columbus on Mon, Sep 8, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$342, select.
Columbus.C$342 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 30, returning Sun, Jun 1.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Seattle / Tacoma International on Fri, May 30, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from Port Columbus on Sun, Jun 1, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$342, select.
Columbus.C$342 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 30, returning Mon, Jul 14.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Seattle / Tacoma International on Mon, Jun 30, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Port Columbus on Mon, Jul 14, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$342, select.
Columbus.C$360 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 15, returning Mon, May 19.Round-trip flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, May 15, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Port Columbus on Mon, May 19, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$360, select.
Columbus.C$368 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 31, returning Sat, Aug 2.Round-trip flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departing from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, Jul 31, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departing from Port Columbus on Sat, Aug 2, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$368, select.

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Seattle to Columbus: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundC$270
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time4 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineAir Tahiti Nui
Average flights per week45

Finding cheap flights from Seattle to Columbus: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Columbus: Port Columbus and Columbus Rickenbacker.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Seattle to Columbus is C$270. 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 30 minutes is the average flight time from Seattle to Columbus.
Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines fly direct from Seattle to Columbus.
There are 45 flights per week flying from Seattle to Columbus, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Columbus is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Seattle, the cheapest airport near Columbus is Port Columbus – which is 10.8 km away from the center of Columbus. We've found flights to this airport from C$270.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Seattle to Columbus on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 30 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 April, the average temperature is usually around 10°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Columbus is Spirit Airlines, and the cheapest airline that flies to Columbus Rickenbacker Airport is Alaska Airlines.

Travelling from Seattle to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Get your travels underway at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Search for flights from Seattle to Columbus that fly out of this base.

  • The major arrival points in Columbus are John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).

  • Around 4 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Seattle to Columbus flight.

  • Columbus's timezone is UTC-4, making Columbus three hours ahead of Seattle.

  • With nine flights a week between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Seattle to Columbus with Alaska Airlines at 09:45. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from SEA to CMH is with Alaska Airlines at 22:20.

  • For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Seattle to Columbus flight.

  • If you're getting away during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Columbus

  • Book two months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Seattle to Columbus flights.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Seattle to Columbus. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

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Flying from Seattle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • You can catch a direct flight from Seattle to Columbus jetting off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Start your trip at SEA and touch down at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).

  • Keep an eye out for promotions with Alaska Airlines. This carrier offers direct Seattle to Columbus plane tickets out of SEA.

  • SEA is about 18 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Seattle to Columbus? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that depart SEA arrive at their destination on time.

Arriving in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus takes around 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.

  • It usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Seattle to Columbus. Book one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Columbus and beyond.

  • Boost your chances of securing the best rate by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a good move.

  • The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is about 16 kilometres from the centre of Columbus. Once you've hopped off your flight from Seattle to Columbus, it takes approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Columbus. To skip the crowds, head to Columbus in April.

  • When booking your Seattle to Columbus tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from Seattle 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

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Columbus, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 451 kilometres north-west to Chicago to check off its leading attractions. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Indianapolis is another favourite destination in United States and is around 274 kilometres west of Columbus. No trip is complete without experiencing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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