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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Columbus from $887

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CMH
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Columbus (C01). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,542

One-way from

$887

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,199
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 19/3-23/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 76h 59m total
  • Melbourne to Columbus
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27/4
  • 27/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 18m total
  • Melbourne to Columbus
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($253 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($123 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Mon 15/1212:00MEL - CMH
1 stop20h 57mQantas Airways
Tue 6/113:19CMH - MEL
1 stop23h 41mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/11$4,605
Mon 15/1216:05MEL - CMH
2 stops23h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/113:19CMH - MEL
1 stop23h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/11$4,871
Sun 14/1200:45MEL - CMH
2 stops51h 43mCathay Pacific
Tue 6/117:14CMH - MEL
2 stops37h 46mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/11$5,598
Mon 15/1210:35MEL - CMH
3 stops27h 34mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/110:55CMH - MEL
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$5,796

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Melbourne

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Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneColumbus

MEL - CMH

MELCMH

Melbourne

Fri 27/3

12:00-23:59

1 stop26h 59m

Columbus

Sun 5/4

09:10-08:15

2 stops33h 05m

$1,413

MelbourneColumbus

MEL - CMH

MELCMH

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

12:00-23:59

1 stop26h 59m

Columbus

Mon 23/3

15:30-08:30

2 stops50h 00m

$1,542

MelbourneColumbus

MEL - CMH

MELCMH

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

21:05-15:38

2 stops33h 33m

Columbus

Mon 23/3

16:09-19:45

2 stops36h 36m

$1,874

MelbourneColumbus

MEL - CMH

MELCMH

Melbourne

Fri 27/3

07:00-20:56

3 stops28h 56m

Columbus

Sun 5/4

09:30-11:25

3 stops35h 55m

$2,228

MelbourneColumbus

MEL - CMH

MELCMH

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

12:00-10:51

2 stops37h 51m

Columbus

Mon 23/3

15:45-05:00

1 stop22h 15m

$2,392

MelbourneColumbus

MEL - CMH

MELCMH

Melbourne

Thu 26/3

00:45-00:33

2 stops38h 48m

Columbus

Sun 5/4

08:00-11:15

2 stops37h 15m

$2,780

MelbourneColumbus

MEL - CMH

MELCMH

Melbourne

Mon 15/12

12:00-16:57

1 stop20h 57m

Columbus

Tue 6/1

13:19-05:00

1 stop23h 41m

$4,605

MelbourneColumbus

MEL - CMH

MELCMH

Melbourne

Mon 27/4

13:35-21:53

1 stop22h 18m

$887

MelbourneColumbus

MEL - CMH

MELCMH

Melbourne

Mon 27/4

09:45-16:59

1 stop21h 14m

$893

MelbourneColumbus

MEL - CMH

MELCMH

Melbourne

Mon 27/4

10:55-22:15

3 stops49h 20m

$946

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Deals found on 25/11

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Columbus

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Columbus?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Columbus (average of $1,116). Flying from Melbourne to Columbus in May is currently the most expensive (average of $2,071). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Columbus in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Columbus. Reviews last updated 27 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways and United Airlines from Melbourne to Columbus by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,046 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Columbus?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Qantas Airways fly from Melbourne to Columbus in about 26h 59m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 34m. The distance between Melbourne and Columbus is about 15912 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Columbus round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne to Columbus is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,135 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $1,737. United Airlines is 43% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Columbus by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Columbus?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Columbus (average of $1,116). Flying from Melbourne to Columbus in May is currently the most expensive (average of $2,071). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,135Average$1,804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,737Average$2,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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