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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Asheville Airport to Columbus? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $397. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Columbus.$397 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Asheville on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Asheville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $397, select.
Columbus.$397 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Asheville on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Asheville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $397, select.
Columbus.$456 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Asheville on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Asheville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $456, select.
Columbus.$463 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Thu, 3 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Asheville on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Asheville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $463, select.
Columbus.$543 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Asheville on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Asheville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $543, select.
Columbus.$562 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Mon, 27 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Asheville on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Asheville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $562, select.
Columbus.$567 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Asheville on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Asheville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $567, select.
Columbus.$937 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec, returning Sat, 26 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Asheville on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 26 Dec, arriving in Asheville.Price includes taxes and charges.From $937, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Asheville to Columbus flights are currently cheapest in August.
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Alternative Asheville to Columbus routes

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

Port Columbus

11km from central Columbus
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Columbus Rickenbacker

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Asheville to Columbus: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$397
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Asheville to Columbus: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Columbus: Port Columbus and Columbus Rickenbacker.
The best price we found for a return flight from Asheville to Columbus is $397. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Asheville to Columbus. But we found flights with one or more stops from $397.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Asheville to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from Asheville to Columbus is usually September.
If you're flying from Asheville 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 $397.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Asheville Airport to Columbus on Tuesday, 8 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Asheville Airport and Columbus. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 July, the average temperature is usually around 23°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, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Columbus.

Flying from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Columbus and Asheville (where Asheville Regional Airport is located) are both in the UTC-5 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your AVL to Columbus flight.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Located around 18 kilometres from central Asheville, AVL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel near AVL? If you're catching an early flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Columbus, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Asheville Regional Airport, 74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • You'll find AVL at 61 Terminal Drive.

How to find the cheapest flights from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Columbus

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Asheville Regional Airport to Columbus flight is $370. The cheapest price for a return flight is $397. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from AVL to Columbus, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Asheville Regional Airport to Columbus ticket.

  • Finding a cheap flight from AVL to Columbus is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a cheaper option becomes available.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Columbus by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • The distance from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling on public transport takes about 40 minutes.

  • Book a hotel near CMH if you have a late flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Columbus. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Reserve your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from AVL to Columbus. If you're travelling during peak season, book even earlier to secure the best deal.

  • You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • After your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Columbus has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 23 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes.

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

Best time to go to Columbus

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Asheville Regional Airport to Columbus. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Columbus in December.

  • The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Asheville Regional Airport to Columbus plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AVL to Columbus in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).

More about Columbus

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Columbus right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Columbus:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Whetstone Park / Park of Roses, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Ohio Theatre are highlights which should feature on every Columbus itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

  • Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Columbus. Around 451 kilometres away to the northwest, its top attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.

  • Indianapolis is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres west of Columbus. No journey is complete without seeing Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.

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