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Cheap Tickets to Columbus

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Sat, 10 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
SJC
San Jose
MSN
Madison
AU$448 Return, found 7 hours ago
AU$448
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, 10 Jan from San Jose to Madison, returning Sun, 18 Jan, priced at AU$448 found 7 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, 10 Jan - Sun, 11 Jan
SJC
San Jose
MSN
Madison
AU$625 Return, found 7 hours ago
AU$625
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, 10 Jan from San Jose to Madison, returning Sun, 11 Jan, priced at AU$625 found 7 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sun, 11 Jan - Mon, 12 Jan
SJC
San Jose
MSN
Madison
AU$1,065 Return, found 7 hours ago
AU$1,065
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, 11 Jan from San Jose to Madison, returning Mon, 12 Jan, priced at AU$1,065 found 7 hours ago
United
Sun, 11 Jan - Mon, 12 Jan
SJC
San Jose
MSN
Madison
AU$1,290 Return, found 7 hours ago
AU$1,290
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, 11 Jan from San Jose to Madison, returning Mon, 12 Jan, priced at AU$1,290 found 7 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Tue, 9 June - Tue, 30 June
SYD
Sydney
MSN
Madison
AU$1,386 Return, found 2 hours ago
AU$1,386
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Tue, 9 June from Sydney to Madison, returning Tue, 30 June, priced at AU$1,386 found 2 hours ago

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From AU$306 - AU$727 per traveller.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Columbus' airport?
Book a flight to Columbus and you'll be touching down at Dane County Regional Airport (MSN).
How far is Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) from central Columbus?
Lengthy commutes aren't a big deal if you plan ahead of time. Downtown Columbus is 32 kilometres from MSN, so it's smart to know how to get to the city before you land.
What airport is best to fly into Columbus?
Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) is the only major airport in Columbus. Before your flight, it's a smart idea to research a thing or two about it. The terminal sits 32 kilometres from the downtown area.
How many airlines fly to Columbus?
There are 5 airlines that service Columbus from 16 airports across the globe.
Which airlines fly to Columbus?
United Airlines and American Airlines operate the most flights to Columbus. One of the most popular ways to get there is with a United Airlines flight leaving from Chicago.
How many nonstop flights are there to Columbus?
Flying to someplace new is much more straightforward when there aren't any stopovers to worry about. If you're travelling to Columbus, the fantastic news is that there are around 264 nonstop flights each week.
Where are the most popular flights to Columbus departing from?
The most popular flights to Columbus take off from Chicago, Minneapolis - St. Paul and Detroit airports.
How long is the flight to Columbus Airport?
Where you depart from determines how long you'll be strapped into your seat. From Chicago to Columbus, the average flight time is 1 hour and 6 minutes. From Minneapolis - St. Paul it's more like 1 hour and 12 minutes, and from Detroit it's 1 hour and 27 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to Columbus?
Don't leave booking your flight to Columbus until the last moment. That's one trick well-versed travellers use to get the best prices. Booking in advance means more options and cheaper flights. Another great way to grab the best price is to shop around. If where you're headed has several airports, don't forget to research the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. Last but not least, be ready to book quickly if you find a great price. It might not be available for long. With a bit of know-how and a little good fortune, the ideal airfare can be yours.
Do you have any tips for my flight to Columbus?
We've pulled together all the info you need to make your journey an enjoyable experience. Follow our tips and you'll be zooming through the airport and having a ball in Columbus in next to no time. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • The secret to having a pain-free travel experience is to plan ahead. First up, the essentials: passport, travel docs, bank cards and vital medications. Next, bring items that'll help keep you busy, like some electronic devices or a good book. You'll also want to bring your chargers, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of earphones. Last but not least, don't forget to pop in toiletries like a toothbrush, deodorant and a fresh change of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Double-check that you don't have a pocket knife hiding in your carry-on luggage. Other prohibited items include explosive or flammable products, such as fuel and fireworks, and gels and liquids in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

  • Your aim is to be as comfortable as possible. Choose a pair of slip-on shoes, dress in loose, natural-fibre clothing and don't forget to take a sweater in case you get cold in the cabin.
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a risk on long-haul flights. It results from blood clotting due to inactivity and poor circulation, so do some gentle leg and foot exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression socks or tights.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Columbus?
As savvy travellers know, the secret is to be well prepared before you arrive at the airport security gate. That way, you'll be stepping onto that plane to Columbus in next to no time. Follow these helpful tips and get your holiday off to a great start:

  • Have your boarding pass and ID within close reach. They're the first items you'll be asked to present to airport security.
  • Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your belt, coat, keys and other contents of your pockets, like your headphones, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them as your turn draws near.
  • Your electronic devices like laptops and phones will also need to go on a tray to be scanned. No need to worry though, you'll be back online soon enough.
  • Any gels or liquids, such as toothpaste or perfume, that you want to take on board must be no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
  • It's also likely that you'll be asked to take your shoes off to be X-rayed, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a clever idea.
  • Airlines will not allow any sharp or pointed objects in your hand luggage. If you must bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked luggage.

Flights to Columbus information
Destination airport
Dane County Regional
Destination airport IATA code
MSN
Destination city name
Madison
Return price
AU$448

Trending flights to Columbus

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Fri, 10 Apr - Fri, 17 Apr
MEL
Melbourne
MSN
Madison
AU$1,307 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,307
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, 10 Apr from Melbourne to Madison, returning Fri, 17 Apr, priced at AU$1,307 found 2 days ago

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