Cheap Flights from Detroit (DET) to Columbus (OSU)

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Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET) to The Ohio State University Airport last minute?
When it comes to booking your flights, it's better to be prepared. While it's possible to pick up a last-minute deal on a Coleman A. Young International Airport to OSU flight, prices usually don't get cheaper as the date of departure nears. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the sweet spot to lock in a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days in advance. For international journeys it's between three and four months.
What airports do you fly into for Columbus from Detroit?
With Ohio State University Airport (OSU), John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) and Rickenbacker Intl. Airport (LCK) to select from, making your way from Detroit to Columbus is no sweat. The city's major gateway, Ohio State University Airport (OSU), is around 14 kilometers northwest of the center. Along with the price of tickets, consider things like bus or train options from the airport and the distance to your hotel when choosing where to fly into. Get your Columbus adventure off to an awesome start by exploring Ohio State University and COSI.
Can I change the date of my flight from DET to The Ohio State University Airport?
It's a piece of cake to make amendments to your Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET) to OSU journey yourself. Log in to the Expedia Trips portal and tap "change flight." Search for new flights and book the one that fits your plans. You'll see an estimate of applicable flight change fees. You can also use our Customer Service portal to connect with our Virtual Agent and quickly get answers to all your questions.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
Coleman A. Young Municipal
Destination airport
Ohio State University
Distance
258 km

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Detroit to Columbus Flights

Whether you’re looking for a grand adventure or just want to get away for a last-minute break, flights from Detroit to Columbus offer the perfect respite. Not only does exploring Columbus provide the chance to make some magical memories, dip into delectable dishes, and tour the local landmarks, but the cheap airfare means you won’t bust your budget. So no matter whether your ideal itinerary involves flying one way, non-stop, or round trip, you’re bound to find flights that match your schedule on Expedia, and at prices that won’t shock your wallet.

Bagging a cheap flight from Detroit to Columbus may mean more dollars to spend on for one-of-a-kind souvenirs when you arrive, but it doesn’t mean you have to skimp on your travel experience, as Expedia offers a sizzling selection of cheap airlines that’ll put you in your happy place on their planes, whether that’s getting lost in a hair-raising airport thriller, dreaming on the passing landscape over a glass of bubbly, or jotting down your vacation bucket list at 38,000 feet. There’s also bound to be plenty of opportunities to snap a few photos of the high life that will make your friends green with envy. After all, enjoying the journey is part of the fun.

With so many affordable flights and so many wonderful adventures awaiting you, there’s no reason to put off booking a fantastic flight from to today. So don’t leave it to the last minute to make your dream trip a reality: pack your bags with your go-to travel accessories, put together your list of must-see attractions and can’t-miss activities, and get ready to broaden your horizons – with Expedia, the wonders of Columbus are only a plane trip away. Book your travel arrangements with us today!

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Detroit to Columbus Flights

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