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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Columbus to Houston? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P10,349. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Houston.P5,035 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,035, select.
Houston.P5,930 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,930, select.
Houston.P6,475 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From P6,475, select.
Houston.P7,793 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From P7,793, select.
Houston.P9,689 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,689, select.
Houston.P9,689 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,689, select.
Houston.P9,712 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,712, select.
Houston.P9,712 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,712, select.
Houston.P10,790 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,790, select.
Houston.P10,826 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,826, select.
Houston.P11,966 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,966, select.
Houston.P13,653 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,653, select.
Houston.P13,744 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 May.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 17 May, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,744, select.
Houston.P15,770 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Apr.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From P15,770, select.
Houston.P15,939 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 17 May, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From P15,939, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Houston

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Columbus to Houston flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jul
from P5,035
Aug
from P5,930
Sep
from P7,793
Oct
from P6,475
Nov
from P10,790
Dec
from P9,689
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Feb
from P11,966
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Apr
from P13,653
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from P13,744
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Direct flights from Columbus to Houston

Alternative Columbus to Houston routes

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

Houston Hobby

15km from central Houston
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Houston George Bush Intercntl.

25km from central Houston
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from P5,035
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Houston Ellington Field

28km from central Houston
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Columbus to Houston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP5,035
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time2 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week70

Finding cheap flights from Columbus to Houston: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Houston: Houston Hobby, Houston George Bush Intercntl. and Houston Ellington Field.
The best price we found for a return flight from Columbus to Houston is P10,349. 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 50 minutes is the average flight time from Columbus to Houston.
United, Southwest Airlines and Air New Zealand fly direct from Columbus to Houston.
As of July 2026, there are 70 flights per week flying from Columbus to Houston.
The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Houston is usually August.
If you're flying from Columbus, the cheapest airport near Houston is Houston George Bush Intercntl. – which is 24.9 km away from the centre of Houston. We've found flights into this airport from P10,349.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Columbus to Houston on Tuesday, 11 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 50 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 Houston 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 Houston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 29°C. August is typically the warmest month in Houston, when it usually averages around 34°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 6°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Houston is Frontier Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport is United.

Travelling from Columbus to Houston: what you need to know

  • Start your trip planning by checking out the departure points for your flight from Columbus to Houston. Explore the options for taking off from Port Columbus Airport (CMH) or Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), two of the city's main airports.

  • Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) and Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) are the major arrival points in Houston.

  • Around 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Columbus to Houston flight.

  • The timezone in Houston is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Columbus.

  • Port Columbus Airport (CMH) to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 20 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Columbus to Houston is with United Airlines at 16:59. Choose the first CMH to IAH departure with United Airlines at 06:00 to maximise your time in Houston.

  • For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Columbus to Houston flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Houston

  • P5,035 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Houston. A return flight starts from P10,349. These fares may change depending on demand.

  • Score cheap Columbus to Houston flights by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for picking up a bargain.

  • The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Columbus to Houston is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from Columbus to Houston.

  • Find a cheap Columbus to Houston flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Columbus

Port Columbus Airport (CMH)

  • Start your trip at Port Columbus Airport (CMH), which offers a range of direct flights from Columbus to Houston. From CMH, you can fly nonstop to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).

  • United Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct Columbus to Houston plane tickets from CMH.

  • Located around 10 kilometers from the centre of Columbus, CMH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Port Columbus Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Columbus to Houston or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

  • Of the departures from Port Columbus Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.

  • CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.

Arriving in Houston

Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) is around 16 kilometers from the centre of Houston. Following your flight from Columbus to Houston, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 50 minutes or so.

  • There are some great places to lay your head close to HOU. Kick back after your Columbus to Houston flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty make picking up a Houston Hobby Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HOU will save you money.

  • The address for Houston Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Best time to go to Houston

  • September is the quietest month for flights from Columbus to Houston, while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Houston based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your Columbus to Houston ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Search for cheap flights from Columbus to Houston in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

More about Houston

Explore more of the United States

  • You've seen Houston, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 306 kilometers west to San Antonio to check off its top sights. From San Antonio River Walk to Selena Quintanilla Mural and Historic Market Square, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 370 kilometers north of Houston, Dallas is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.

Plan the rest of your trip from Columbus to Houston

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