CMH → PHXUnited States → United States

Cheap flights from Columbus to Phoenix

1,667 mi · 45m average nonstop

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Quick answer: Columbus to Phoenix at a glance

1,667 mi
Distance
45m
Nonstop time
1 hour behind
Time-zone shift
~150 kg
CO₂ per passenger

Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Phoenix (PHX) cover 1,667 miles (2,682 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 3 airlines flying direct — a long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 5/10.

Summary computed from real OpenFlights coordinates — not an estimate. Prices update live on Kayak.

Flying from Columbus to Phoenix covers 1,667 miles (2,682 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 3 airlines offer direct flights on this long-haul international route. This is a long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.

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CMH (0 mi)PHX (1,667 mi)45m avg

Nonstop distance 1,667 miles. Direct carriers include AA, US and WN.

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Airlines on this route

3 airlines fly Columbus → Phoenix. All are direct routes.

AirlineRoute type
AADirect
USDirect
WNDirect
Baggage on Columbus → Phoenix: on this route, AA typically includes a carry-on, while US and WN may charge extra for carry-on and seat selection. Check each carrier's baggage policy before booking — fees vary.
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Columbus to Phoenix — quick answers

How far is Columbus from Phoenix by plane?

The nonstop flight distance from Columbus (CMH) to Phoenix (PHX) is 1,667 miles (2,682 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.

How long is the flight from Columbus to Phoenix?

The average nonstop flight time from CMH to PHX is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.

Which airlines fly from Columbus to Phoenix?

3 airlines serve this route nonstop: AA, US, WN. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.

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Route insights: Columbus → Phoenix

Route type
long-haul international
Time zone difference
1 hour behind
Carbon footprint
~150 kg CO₂ per passenger (economy)
Route difficulty
5/10 — standard route
When to go
It's shoulder season in Phoenix — often the best balance of weather and price.
Airport transfer
Most travelers reach the city center by taxi, airport shuttle, or public transit. Allow 30-60 minutes depending on traffic.
Route competitiveness
3 airlines fly direct — rank 6 of 32 routes from Columbus
Airline network
WN: 12 destinations from CMH; AA: 10 destinations from CMH; US: 10 destinations from CMH
Alternative origin airports
DAY (Dayton, 71 mi); CAK (Akron, 100 mi); CLE (Cleveland, 112 mi)
Alternative destination airports
LAS (Las Vegas, 255 mi); PSP (Palm Springs, 260 mi); TIJ (Tijuana, 294 mi)
Nearby destinations
Las Vegas, United States (255 mi); Palm Springs, United States (260 mi); Tijuana, Mexico (294 mi)
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Data: OpenFlights public aviation database·Updated: 2026-08-19
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