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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from St Louis Airport to Columbus? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $239. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Columbus.$239 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 May, returning Sun, 17 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from St Louis on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 17 May, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $239, select.

Columbus.$304 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from St Louis on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $304, select.

Columbus.$376 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Sun, 26 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from St Louis on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $376, select.

Columbus.$379 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from St Louis on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 3 May, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $379, select.

Columbus.$384 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from St Louis on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $384, select.

Columbus.$472 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $472, select.

Columbus.$472 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 May, returning Mon, 18 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 18 May, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $472, select.

Columbus.$502 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from St Louis on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $502, select.

Columbus.$506 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Fri, 25 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from St Louis on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $506, select.

Columbus.$519 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug, returning Wed, 12 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from St Louis on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $519, select.

Columbus.$529 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul, returning Sun, 5 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from St Louis on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $529, select.

Columbus.$1,192 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr, returning Mon, 20 Apr.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in St Louis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,192, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from St Louis to Columbus

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Alternative St Louis to Columbus routes

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

Port Columbus

11km from central Columbus

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Columbus Rickenbacker

17km from central Columbus

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St Louis to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$239
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	1 hr, 21 mins
Most popular airline	Southwest Airlines
Average flights per week	13

Finding cheap flights from St Louis to Columbus: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Columbus?

There are 2 airports in Columbus: Port Columbus and Columbus Rickenbacker.

How much are return flights from St Louis to Columbus?

The best price we found for a return flight from St Louis to Columbus is $239. 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.

How long does it take to fly from St Louis to Columbus?

1 hour and 21 minutes is the average flight time from St Louis to Columbus.

Which airlines fly direct from St Louis to Columbus?

Southwest Airlines flies direct from St Louis to Columbus.

How many flights are there a week from St Louis to Columbus?

As of April 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from St Louis to Columbus.

When is the cheapest time to fly from St Louis to Columbus?

The cheapest month to fly from St Louis to Columbus is usually May.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Columbus?

If you're flying from St Louis Airport, the cheapest airport near Columbus is Port Columbus – which is 10.8 km away from the centre of Columbus. We've found flights into this airport from $239.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from St Louis Airport to Columbus on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from St Louis Airport to Columbus on Thursday, 14 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from St Louis Airport to Columbus?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 21 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from St Louis Airport to Columbus?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Columbus?

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.

What’s the weather like in Columbus?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from St Louis Airport to Columbus with?

Currently, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Columbus.

Flying from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Columbus: what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Columbus is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Columbus is one hour ahead of St Louis, where Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is located. Columbus follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the most popular route, with eight weekly flights to pick from. You can fly from STL to CMH at 07:30 with Southwest Airlines.
To avoid rushing for your STL to Columbus flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Begin your trip at STL and fly nonstop to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). That will be your arrival point when searching for Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Columbus tickets.
Southwest Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Columbus.
STL is around 16 kilometres from central St Louis. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing 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 35 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to STL? If you're catching an early flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Columbus, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
78.04% of flights that depart Lambert-St. Louis International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
STL is located at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..

How to find the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Columbus

$130 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Columbus flight. A return flight ticket right now is $239. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap flights from STL to Columbus by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the best month for picking up an awesome deal on Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Columbus tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from STL to Columbus by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Columbus.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

The distance from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Columbus. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:
Grab a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car and explore Columbus and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest possible price, reserve your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport a few weeks before your flight from STL to Columbus. Rates generally rise closer to your date of travel.
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is about 26 kilometres from central Columbus. Once you've disembarked your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Columbus, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach 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.
You'll find some terrific places to stay within a quick drive of LCK. Get into relaxation mode at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East after your STL to Columbus flight.

Best time to go to Columbus

Before scheduling your flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Columbus, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Columbus offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before booking a Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Columbus flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 6ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from STL to Columbus around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Columbus

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Columbus right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Lambert-St. Louis 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 highlights which should be on any good Columbus itinerary.

Explore more of United States

Chicago is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Columbus. Around 451 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
If you're interested in discovering another side of United States, consider Indianapolis, about 274 kilometres west of Columbus. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among its highlights.