$105+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Columbus
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CMH
Jul 11 — Jul 181
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to ColumbusExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 11, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 11, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1011:45 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Tue 9/153:15 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$230
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/106:20 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 30m
American Airlines
Tue 9/155:28 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop9h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/9![American Airlines logo]()
$231
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/316:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Mon 8/34:47 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop10h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 6/6![Frontier logo]()
$240
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/286:30 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Thu 10/12:25 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/810:25 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 32m
United Airlines
Sat 8/2211:05 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10![United Airlines logo]()
$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/126:15 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 58m
Delta
Tue 8/258:10 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 23m
Delta
Deal found 6/9![Delta logo]()
$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/286:15 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 27m
American Airlines
Tue 8/116:00 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/9![American Airlines logo]()
$264
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/196:20 am
SAN
- CMH
2 stops11h 10m
Southwest
Sun 8/235:30 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$269
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/157:50 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Fri 8/286:55 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$270
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/141:25 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 38m
Delta
Mon 8/3112:10 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop9h 04m
Delta
Deal found 6/9![Delta logo]()
$273
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/136:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Fri 7/174:47 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop19h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 6/7![Frontier logo]()
$275
Best flights from San Diego to ColumbusDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Columbus that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Columbus that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/511:30 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 42m
Delta
Mon 8/106:23 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 37m
Delta
Deal found 6/9![Delta logo]()
$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/239:15 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 35m
Southwest
Sun 8/27:40 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/6![Southwest logo]()
$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/511:58 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop9h 01m
United Airlines
Sat 8/85:30 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9![United Airlines logo]()
$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/99:30 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 27m
Delta
Sat 8/228:05 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop9h 05m
Delta
Deal found 6/10![Delta logo]()
$308
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/912:59 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 45m
Delta
Thu 7/167:20 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 10m
Delta
Deal found 6/9![Delta logo]()
$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/158:45 am
SAN
- CMH
2 stops9h 20m
Southwest
Tue 7/211:15 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$368
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/126:15 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 58m
Delta
Sun 8/167:35 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 00m
Delta
Deal found 6/6![Delta logo]()
$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/289:45 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop9h 04m
United Airlines
Tue 8/119:00 am
CMH
- SAN
2 stops11h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/91:30 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Sun 7/127:40 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/229:55 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop10h 53m
Delta
Sun 7/266:39 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 18m
Delta
Deal found 6/8![Delta logo]()
$338
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/2210:40 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 35m
Southwest
Fri 6/265:35 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/7![Southwest logo]()
$405
Last-minute flights from San Diego to ColumbusDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Columbus. Data last updated June 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Columbus. Data last updated June 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/16:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Wed 7/84:47 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop10h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 6/8![Frontier logo]()
$302
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/87:15 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 50m
Southwest
Tue 7/143:25 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$312
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/91:55 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Sat 7/115:55 pm
CMH
- SAN
Nonstop4h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/912:59 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 45m
Delta
Thu 7/167:20 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 10m
Delta
Deal found 6/9![Delta logo]()
$317
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/136:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Fri 7/174:47 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop19h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 6/7![Frontier logo]()
$275
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/1511:45 am
SAN
- CMH
Nonstop4h 30m
Southwest
Tue 7/213:25 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$303
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/234:30 pm
SAN
- CMH
Nonstop4h 25m
Southwest
Thu 7/308:10 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/286:15 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 27m
American Airlines
Tue 8/116:00 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/9![American Airlines logo]()
$264
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/298:40 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop18h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/34:47 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop10h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$310
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/316:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Mon 8/34:47 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop10h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 6/6![Frontier logo]()
$240
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/3110:40 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 40m
Southwest
Tue 8/41:45 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops10h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$295
One-way flights from San Diego to ColumbusSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/510:40 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$105
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/186:20 am
SAN
- CMH
2 stops11h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$111
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/86:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 6/10![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/59:10 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$125
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2410:45 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/10![American Airlines logo]()
$126
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/410:25 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop7h 32m
Delta
Deal found 6/10![Delta logo]()
$129
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/166:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop29h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 6/8![Frontier logo]()
$131
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/156:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 6/9![Frontier logo]()
$133
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1610:04 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop26h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 6/8![Frontier logo]()
$143
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/76:20 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$145
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2911:45 am
SAN
- CMH
Nonstop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$149
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/46:40 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop7h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/7![United Airlines logo]()
$154
Find flight deals from San Diego to Columbus
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Columbus (C01). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
Round-trip from | $230 (Southwest) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $105 (Southwest) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $456 |
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Wed 8/5
11:30 am-9:12 pm
1 stop6h 42m
Columbus
Mon 8/10
6:23 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop7h 37m
$257
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Sun 8/9
9:30 pm-8:57 am
1 stop8h 27m
Columbus
Sat 8/22
8:05 am-2:10 pm
1 stop9h 05m
$308
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Thu 7/23
9:15 am-8:50 pm
1 stop8h 35m
Columbus
Sun 8/2
7:40 pm-11:15 pm
1 stop6h 35m
$317
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Thu 7/9
12:59 pm-12:44 am
1 stop8h 45m
Columbus
Thu 7/16
7:20 pm-11:30 pm
1 stop7h 10m
$317
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Wed 8/12
6:15 am-6:13 pm
1 stop8h 58m
Columbus
Sun 8/16
7:35 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop7h 00m
$317
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Wed 7/22
9:55 pm-11:48 am
1 stop10h 53m
Columbus
Sun 7/26
6:39 pm-10:57 pm
1 stop7h 18m
$338
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Wed 8/5
11:58 am-11:59 pm
1 stop9h 01m
Columbus
Sat 8/8
5:30 am-9:29 am
1 stop6h 59m
$351
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Wed 7/15
8:45 am-9:05 pm
2 stops9h 20m
Columbus
Tue 7/21
1:15 pm-6:20 pm
2 stops8h 05m
$368
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Thu 7/9
1:30 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop6h 30m
Columbus
Sun 7/12
7:40 pm-11:15 pm
1 stop6h 35m
$369
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Tue 7/28
9:45 pm-9:49 am
1 stop9h 04m
Columbus
Tue 8/11
9:00 am-5:26 pm
2 stops11h 26m
$389
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Columbus?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Columbus (average of $105). Flying from San Diego to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $276). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to CMH?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Diego to Columbus as you normally would.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Columbus?
How often are flights from San Diego to Columbus delayed?
About 14% of weekly flights between San Diego and Columbus have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 131 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Diego to Columbus flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Diego to Columbus flights?
Over the last year, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Columbus?
Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Columbus. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Columbus. Reviews last updated June 11, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Columbus, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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Top 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Columbus
Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Columbus. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$105 | Average$250 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$230 | Average$444 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$246 | Average$387 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$263 | Average$437 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$266 | Average$468 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$419 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$378 | Average$568 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |