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$106+ 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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAT — CMH
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Antonio to Columbus are usually found in July or April, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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 October 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$196
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$106
(CheapOair)

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July

Average price

$436
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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 October 16, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Fri 10/247:10 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop15h 59mFrontier
Sun 10/264:10 pmCMH - SAT
1 stop27h 05mFrontier
Deal found 10/15$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Tue 11/47:37 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop26h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/138:33 pmCMH - SAT
1 stop27h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/16$250
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Fri 10/317:35 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop15h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/47:30 amCMH - SAT
1 stop12h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/16$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 10/16$261
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Fri 11/217:37 pmSAT - CMH
2 stops17h 36mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/236:00 amCMH - SAT
1 stop13h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/15$363
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 11/612:40 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop9h 10mDelta
Sun 11/97:20 amCMH - SAT
1 stop10h 45mDelta
Deal found 10/15$377

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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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Antonio to Columbus that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Tue 11/4

7:37 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop26h 33m

Columbus

Sat 12/13

8:33 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop27h 53m

$250

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Fri 10/31

7:35 pm-6:38 pm

2 stops22h 03m

Columbus

Tue 11/4

7:30 am-6:32 pm

1 stop12h 02m

$266

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Columbus

Thu 1/15

7:00 am-2:16 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$294

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Tue 3/10

8:00 am-2:31 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Columbus

Wed 3/11

6:05 am-11:30 am

1 stop6h 25m

$347

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Thu 11/6

12:40 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Columbus

Sun 11/9

7:20 am-5:05 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$377

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Wed 4/8

6:20 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Columbus

Sun 4/12

6:05 am-1:26 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$377

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Sat 11/15

3:12 pm-5:38 pm

2 stops25h 26m

$142

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Sat 11/15

5:15 am-12:43 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$144

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Sat 10/25

5:32 pm-6:13 pm

1 stop23h 41m

$160

San AntonioColumbus

SAT - CMH

SATCMH

San Antonio

Wed 10/29

7:00 am-10:29 am

3 stops26h 29m

$161

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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 10, 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 October 16, 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 13% versus a flight in the evening.

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 October 16, 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
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
8,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
11,043 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
8,097 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Antonio to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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?

    Spirit Airlines and American Airlines can get you from San Antonio to Columbus in just under 7h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 58m. San Antonio and Columbus are separated by a distance of 1139 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 69% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Antonio to Columbus one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Antonio to Columbus are Delta ($144), Frontier ($160), and Spirit Airlines ($162).

  • 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$127Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$241Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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