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$164+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) to Columbus

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SJC — CMH
May 3 — May 101
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 5/51:45 pm
SJC
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CMH
1 stop7h 58m
Delta
Tue 5/126:05 am
CMH
-
SJC
1 stop7h 48m
Delta
Deal found 3/29$327
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/712:12 pm
SJC
-
CMH
1 stop9h 18m
Delta
Tue 5/126:05 am
CMH
-
SJC
1 stop7h 48m
Delta
Deal found 4/1$341
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/712:12 pm
SJC
-
CMH
1 stop9h 18m
Delta
Wed 5/136:05 am
CMH
-
SJC
2 stops11h 04m
Delta
Deal found 4/1$346
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/66:00 pm
SJC
-
CMH
2 stops12h 56m
Delta
Mon 5/1110:47 am
CMH
-
SJC
2 stops9h 15m
Delta
Deal found 4/1$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 6/21:40 pm
SJC
-
CMH
1 stop6h 16m
Delta
Wed 6/105:01 pm
CMH
-
SJC
1 stop8h 56m
Delta
Deal found 3/29$355
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/712:12 pm
SJC
-
CMH
1 stop9h 18m
Delta
Mon 5/1110:47 am
CMH
-
SJC
2 stops11h 32m
Delta
Deal found 4/1$360
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/51:30 pm
SJC
-
CMH
1 stop6h 32m
Delta
Mon 5/117:30 am
CMH
-
SJC
1 stop8h 18m
Delta
Deal found 4/1$363
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/88:50 pm
SJC
-
CMH
2 stops10h 04m
Delta
Mon 5/1110:47 am
CMH
-
SJC
2 stops11h 32m
Delta
Deal found 4/1$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/51:30 pm
SJC
-
CMH
1 stop6h 32m
Delta
Thu 5/142:03 pm
CMH
-
SJC
1 stop9h 35m
Delta
Deal found 4/1$402

Find flight deals from San Jose to Columbus

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Round-trip from

$327
(Delta)

One-way from

$164
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$342
From San Jose to Columbus
One-way flight from San Jose to Columbus
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($85 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Wed 5/6

10:10 am-11:03 pm

2 stops9h 53m

Columbus

Wed 5/13

6:05 am-2:09 pm

2 stops11h 04m

$337

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Wed 5/6

1:30 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Columbus

Mon 5/11

10:47 am-5:02 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$346
Quickest round-trip

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Fri 5/29

9:00 am-7:50 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Columbus

Tue 6/2

5:55 am-10:10 am

1 stop7h 15m

$421

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Tue 6/2

7:00 am-6:52 pm

2 stops8h 52m

Columbus

Wed 6/10

5:01 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$421

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Thu 5/7

9:53 am-11:55 pm

2 stops11h 02m

Columbus

Sun 5/10

7:09 am-12:18 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$421

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Fri 5/29

6:20 am-6:52 pm

2 stops9h 32m

Columbus

Tue 6/2

6:25 am-12:48 pm

2 stops9h 23m

$427

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Tue 5/5

6:15 am-6:21 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Columbus

Wed 5/6

5:30 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$442

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Tue 5/5

6:30 am-10:11 pm

2 stops12h 41m

Columbus

Wed 5/6

8:35 am-1:28 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$442

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Tue 4/28

6:15 am-6:21 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Columbus

Wed 4/29

5:30 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$487
Cheapest one-way

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Tue 4/28

1:30 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$164

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Columbus

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose, California to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Columbus. Price data was last updated on April 2, 2026.

The best time to book flights from San Jose, California to Columbus is 34 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Columbus?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Columbus (average of $126). Flying from San Jose, California to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Jose, California to Columbus?

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 April 3, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from San Jose to Columbus. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Jose to Columbus?

    San Jose (SJC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Jose to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from San Jose; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the San Jose airport to Columbus. It is only a 2.9 mi journey to San Jose (SJC) from San Jose’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Columbus?

    Delta and Southwest can get you from San Jose, California to Columbus in just under 7h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 03m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2095 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose, California to Columbus round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Jose, California to Columbus is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $250 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $272 and $286 round-trip. These flights start at 41% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose, California to Columbus one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Jose, California to Columbus are Delta ($149), American Airlines ($171), and Southwest ($171).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Jose to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Jose to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to Columbus by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Columbus?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Columbus (average of $126). Flying from San Jose, California to Columbus in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from San Jose to Columbus

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$243Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$272Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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