Which airlines fly to Columbus?

United Airlines, British Airways, KLM and Qatar Airways are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Columbus on a routine basis, according to our data. You should be able to find flights to Columbus with these airlines and other airlines flying from South Africa.

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23:25 - 11:59CPT-CMH

43h 34m2 stops

7:05 - 6:00CMH-CPT

39h 55m2 stops

R18 021Kenya Airways

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Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

23:25 - 11:59CPT-CMH

43h 34m2 stops

7:05 - 13:35CMH-CPT

47h 30m3 stops

R18 693Kenya Airways

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Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

23:25 - 17:24CPT-CMH

48h 59m2 stops

7:05 - 6:00CMH-CPT

39h 55m2 stops

R19 416Kenya Airways

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Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

23:25 - 17:24CPT-CMH

48h 59m2 stops

7:05 - 13:35CMH-CPT

47h 30m3 stops

R20 087Kenya Airways

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Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

20:35 - 19:59CPT-CMH

30h 24m2 stops

11:26 - 12:10CMH-CPT

41h 44m2 stops

R20 982British Airways

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Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

20:50 - 17:03CPT-CMH

27h 13m2 stops

12:41 - 19:15CMH-CPT

23h 34m1 stop

R29 364Delta

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20:50 - 21:06CPT-CMH

31h 16m2 stops

16:33 - 19:15CMH-CPT

19h 42m1 stop

R29 433Delta

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20:50 - 10:41CPT-CMH

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16:27 - 18:00CMH-CPT

18h 33m1 stop

R32 772United Airlines

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20:50 - 10:41CPT-CMH

20h 51m1 stop

16:27 - 18:00CMH-CPT

18h 33m1 stop

R32 859United Airlines

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14:35 - 23:44CPT-CMH

40h 09m3 stops

6:00 - 13:45CMH-CPT

24h 45m2 stops

R36 439Ethiopian Air

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CPTCMH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

23:25-11:59

2 stops43h 34m

Columbus

Sun 8/2

7:05-6:00

2 stops39h 55m

R18 021

Cape TownColumbus

CPT - CMH

CPTCMH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

23:25-11:59

2 stops43h 34m

Columbus

Sun 8/2

7:05-13:35

3 stops47h 30m

R18 693

Cape TownColumbus

CPT - CMH

CPTCMH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

23:25-17:24

2 stops48h 59m

Columbus

Sun 8/2

7:05-6:00

2 stops39h 55m

R19 416

Cape TownColumbus

CPT - CMH

CPTCMH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

23:25-17:24

2 stops48h 59m

Columbus

Sun 8/2

7:05-13:35

3 stops47h 30m

R20 087

Cape TownColumbus

CPT - CMH

CPTCMH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

20:35-19:59

2 stops30h 24m

Columbus

Sun 8/2

11:26-12:10

2 stops41h 44m

R20 982

Cape TownColumbus

CPT - CMH

CPTCMH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

20:50-17:03

2 stops27h 13m

Columbus

Sun 8/2

12:41-19:15

1 stop23h 34m

R29 364

Cape TownColumbus

CPT - CMH

CPTCMH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

20:50-21:06

2 stops31h 16m

Columbus

Sun 8/2

16:33-19:15

1 stop19h 42m

R29 433

Cape TownColumbus

CPT - CMH

CPTCMH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

20:50-10:41

1 stop20h 51m

Columbus

Sun 8/2

16:27-18:00

1 stop18h 33m

R32 772

Cape TownColumbus

CPT - CMH

CPTCMH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

20:50-10:41

1 stop20h 51m

Columbus

Sun 8/2

16:27-18:00

1 stop18h 33m

R32 859

Cape TownColumbus

CPT - CMH

CPTCMH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

14:35-23:44

3 stops40h 09m

Columbus

Sun 8/2

6:00-13:45

2 stops24h 45m

R36 439

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Columbus?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Columbus. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R17 849. If you’re not able to fly to Columbus in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Columbus during March average around R18 021.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Columbus?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Columbus. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R16 373. The most expensive day to fly to Columbus is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around R21 965.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Columbus?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Columbus is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as R19 265. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R23 526.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Columbus?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Columbus from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Columbus for around R20 368 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Columbus from South Africa for as low as R17 867 on momondo.

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Summary info about Columbus flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R12 152
Best Round-Trip Price	R18 021
Fastest flight time	18h 56m
Popular in	July

The best one-way flight price to Columbus from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R12 152 (Cape Town Intl to Columbus).

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The best round-trip flight price to Columbus from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R18 021 (Cape Town Intl to Columbus).

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The fastest flight to Columbus from South Africa takes 18h 56m (Cape Town Intl to Columbus).

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July has the highest demand for flights to Columbus, with a 6% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Columbus

How far in advance should I book a flight to Columbus?

Most flyers found that booking tickets 20 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Columbus. During this timeframe, flight prices are around R20 368.

Is there an alternative airport near Columbus?

Columbus Rickenbacker Airport, Dayton Airport, Lima Allen County Airport, Parkersburg Wood County Airport or Cincinnati Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Columbus.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Columbus?

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As of October 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights to Columbus.

How old do you have to be to fly to Columbus?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Columbus.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Columbus?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Columbus may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Columbus. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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