$76+ 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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap 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 May 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $208 (Mytrip) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $76 (Cheapflightsfares) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $452 |
Find flight deals from San Diego to Columbus
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 May 12, 2025.
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 May 12, 2025.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Columbus that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 12, 2025.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Thu 5/29
5:43 pm-4:01 pm
1 stop19h 18m
Columbus
Tue 6/3
7:05 am-11:56 pm
2 stops19h 51m
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Thu 5/29
6:41 am-4:24 pm
1 stop6h 43m
Columbus
Tue 6/3
7:00 am-2:30 pm
1 stop10h 30m
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Tue 7/1
1:28 pm-10:49 pm
1 stop6h 21m
Columbus
Sat 7/5
5:01 pm-9:19 pm
1 stop7h 18m
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Fri 7/18
5:31 pm-8:47 pm
1 stop24h 16m
Columbus
Sun 8/3
8:15 pm-5:19 pm
1 stop24h 04m
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Sat 6/7
6:40 am-6:50 pm
1 stop9h 10m
Columbus
Sat 6/14
6:30 pm-8:05 pm
Nonstop4h 35m
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Thu 8/7
12:12 pm-5:11 am
1 stop13h 59m
Columbus
Wed 8/13
7:00 am-4:09 pm
2 stops12h 09m
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Thu 8/7
3:35 pm-5:11 am
1 stop10h 36m
Columbus
Wed 8/13
7:00 am-2:38 pm
1 stop10h 38m
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Tue 7/1
11:58 am-11:59 pm
1 stop9h 01m
Columbus
Sat 7/5
2:09 pm-11:44 pm
2 stops12h 35m
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Wed 7/9
12:48 pm-9:37 am
2 stops17h 49m
Columbus
Sun 7/13
9:16 pm-11:42 am
2 stops17h 26m
San DiegoColumbus
SAN - CMH
SANCMH
San Diego
Thu 7/10
6:15 am-5:25 pm
1 stop8h 10m
Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Columbus
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Columbus
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Columbus?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Columbus. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2025.
Booking 69 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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Columbus?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from San Diego to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 May 12, 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Columbus is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 45% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Columbus?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Columbus flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Rainfall in Columbus by month
Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus when rainfall is around 2.3 in.
Temperature in Columbus by month
Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).
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 May 12, 2025.
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LAS - BDL
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Top 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Columbus
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$101 | Average$248 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$174 | Average$447 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$231 | Average$462 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$278 | Average$458 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$413 | Average$492 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |