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$72+ Cheap flights from San Antonio (SAT) 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 12/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAT — CMH
Dec 5 — Dec 121
Fri 12/5
Fri 12/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Antonio to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Antonio (SAT) 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 November 5, 2025.

Round-trip from

$143
(Frontier)

One-way from

$72
(Trip.com)

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July

Average price

$482
From San Antonio to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from San Antonio to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Antonio to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 5, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 11/207:00 amSAT - CMH
1 stop11h 36mFrontier
Thu 11/278:21 pmCMH - SAT
1 stop28h 59mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$143
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 11/227:04 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop19h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/256:00 amCMH - SAT
1 stop13h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/215:09 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop17h 10mFrontier
Sun 11/234:32 pmCMH - SAT
2 stops18h 38mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/197:37 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop27h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/248:06 pmCMH - SAT
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$258
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 11/227:37 pmSAT - CMH
2 stops17h 36mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/256:00 amCMH - SAT
1 stop13h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$266
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/218:33 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/248:06 pmCMH - SAT
1 stop20h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$273
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/197:37 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop27h 14mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/246:00 amCMH - SAT
1 stop13h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/5$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/215:09 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/238:30 amCMH - SAT
1 stop11h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Mon 11/245:15 amSAT - CMH
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Mon 11/246:39 pmCMH - SAT
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Deal found 11/4$287
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 11/202:12 pmSAT - CMH
3 stops32h 39mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/276:00 amCMH - SAT
1 stop13h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$294

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Antonio 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 November 5, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Antonio to Columbus that are best for you.

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San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Thu 11/20

7:00 am-7:36 pm

1 stop11h 36m

Columbus

Thu 11/27

8:21 pm-12:20 am

1 stop28h 59m

$143

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Thu 1/8

10:13 am-11:03 am

2 stops23h 50m

Columbus

Sat 1/10

9:59 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop15h 57m

$188

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Fri 11/21

5:09 pm-11:19 am

1 stop17h 10m

Columbus

Sun 11/23

4:32 pm-10:10 am

2 stops18h 38m

$245

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Fri 11/21

8:33 pm-2:13 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Columbus

Mon 11/24

8:06 pm-3:59 pm

1 stop20h 53m

$273

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Wed 11/19

7:37 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop27h 14m

Columbus

Mon 11/24

8:30 am-12:20 am

2 stops16h 50m

$285

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Fri 11/21

5:09 pm-11:19 am

1 stop17h 10m

Columbus

Sun 11/23

8:30 am-6:44 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$286

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Mon 11/24

5:00 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 37m

Columbus

Mon 11/24

7:27 pm-12:28 am

1 stop6h 01m

$287

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Mon 11/24

5:15 am-12:52 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Columbus

Mon 11/24

6:39 pm-12:38 am

1 stop6h 59m

$287

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Thu 11/20

2:12 pm-11:51 pm

3 stops32h 39m

Columbus

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-6:32 pm

1 stop13h 32m

$294

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Fri 11/21

4:54 pm-11:51 pm

3 stops29h 57m

Columbus

Tue 11/25

6:00 am-6:32 pm

1 stop13h 32m

$320

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Best time to book a flight from San Antonio to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Antonio to Columbus

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Antonio to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Antonio to Columbus. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Antonio 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 Antonio to Columbus?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Columbus (average of $107). Flying from San Antonio to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 SAT to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Antonio 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 November 5, 2025.

When flying from San Antonio to Columbus, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the morning.

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 November 5, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Antonio to Columbus by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,002 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,042 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,115 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 7.6 mi from the city center, San Antonio is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbus from San Antonio. Booking flights from San Antonio (SAT) to Columbus should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Columbus from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San Antonio to Columbus?

    Frontier can get you from San Antonio to Columbus in just under 11h 36m. Your travel time can differ by up to . San Antonio and Columbus are separated by a distance of 1139 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Antonio to Columbus round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($127), Southwest ($266), and American Airlines ($266) offers the cheapest pricing from San Antonio to Columbus. You may be able to fly from San Antonio to Columbus for 68% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Antonio 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 Antonio to Columbus?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Columbus (average of $107). Flying from San Antonio to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 5 airlines flying from San Antonio to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Antonio 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 November 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$127Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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