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Columbus.$339 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 3, returning Sat, Sep 6.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from Salt Lake City on Wed, Sep 3, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Sat, Sep 6, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $339, select.
Columbus.$352 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 5, returning Mon, Aug 11.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Salt Lake City on Tue, Aug 5, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Port Columbus on Mon, Aug 11, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $352, select.
Columbus.$388 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jul 26, returning Sat, Aug 2.Round-trip flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departing from Salt Lake City on Sat, Jul 26, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departing from Port Columbus on Sat, Aug 2, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $388, select.
Columbus.$402 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 11, returning Mon, Jul 14.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines and Sun Country Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Salt Lake City on Fri, Jul 11, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Sun Country Airlines, departing from Port Columbus on Mon, Jul 14, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $402, select.
Columbus.$466 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 15, returning Tue, Jul 22.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from Salt Lake City on Tue, Jul 15, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Tue, Jul 22, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $466, select.
Columbus.$876 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 30, returning Mon, Jul 7.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from Salt Lake City on Mon, Jun 30, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Mon, Jul 7, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $876, select.
Columbus.$947 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 27, returning Sun, Jun 29.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from Salt Lake City on Fri, Jun 27, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Port Columbus on Sun, Jun 29, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $947, select.

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Salt Lake City to Columbus: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$339
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineAeromexico
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Columbus is $339. 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.
3 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Salt Lake City to Columbus.
Aeromexico, Delta and KLM fly direct from Salt Lake City to Columbus.
There are 16 flights per week flying from Salt Lake City to Columbus, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Columbus is usually September.
If you're flying from Salt Lake City Airport, 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 $339.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Salt Lake City Airport to Columbus on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 28 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 June, the average temperature is usually around 21°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, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Columbus.

Traveling from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Columbus and you'll be traveling for around 4 hours 10 minutes.

  • Columbus is two hours ahead of Salt Lake City, where Salt Lake City International Airport is located. Columbus runs on the UTC-4 timezone.

  • With seven flights a week between the two airports, Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the most popular route. Catch Delta Air Lines's 17:30 flight to get your journey from SLC to CMH underway.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your SLC to Columbus flight.

  • Traveling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Salt Lake City International Airport to Columbus ticket. Begin your trip at SLC and land at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).

  • Delta Air Lines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Columbus.

  • Located around 8 kilometers from central Salt Lake City, SLC can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Traveling on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 55 minutes.

  • Searching for a hotel near SLC? If you're boarding an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Columbus, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • Salt Lake City International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SLC touch down on schedule 82.4% of the time.

  • The address for SLC is 776 North Terminal Drive.

How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Columbus

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Columbus flight is $129. The cheapest price for a return flight is $339. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SLC to Columbus.

  • Organize your trip for May. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Salt Lake City International Airport to Columbus tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SLC to Columbus by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Save on your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Columbus with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is around 13 kilometers from the center of Columbus. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.

  • When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.

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

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and explore beyond Columbus's usual tourist stops.

  • Increase your likelihood of snagging the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from SLC to Columbus is a good idea.

  • The street address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • The center of Columbus is about 26 kilometers from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). After your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Columbus has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is one accommodation option within an easy drive of LCK. Unpack your bags here after your SLC to Columbus flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Columbus. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are typically higher and attractions can get busy. Visit Columbus in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Salt Lake City International Airport to Columbus flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from SLC to Columbus in January if you'd rather travel during 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

  • Columbus has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometers north-west of Columbus, a visit to Chicago will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

  • Indianapolis is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 274 kilometers west of Columbus. No journey is complete without dropping by The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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