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$79+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Columbus

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SAN — CMH
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Columbus are usually found in August or February, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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 April 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$215
(Priceline)

One-way from

$79
(Cheapflightsfares)

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August

Average price

$422
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Columbus
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 April 29, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/56:15 amSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 46mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/94:56 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop10h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$215
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/226:41 amSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 43mFrontier
Sun 6/15:21 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop9h 34mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$238
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/34:59 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop9h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/94:56 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$283
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/286:01 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop21h 28mSun Country Air
Mon 6/307:35 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop24h 26mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/28$335
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/206:20 amSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 49mDelta
Wed 5/287:15 amCMH - SAN
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/29$353
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/16:35 amSAN - CMH
2 stops8h 15mSouthwest
Wed 7/97:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$406
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/207:15 amSAN - CMH
1 stop18h 58mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/287:00 amCMH - SAN
2 stops13h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 6/168:40 pmSAN - CMH
2 stops10h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/174:59 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop7h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$493
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 7/912:48 pmSAN - CMH
2 stops17h 49mBreeze Airways
Sun 7/139:16 pmCMH - SAN
2 stops17h 26mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/28$772

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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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Columbus that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Depart

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Price

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 6/5

6:15 am-4:01 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Columbus

Mon 6/9

4:56 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$215

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 5/22

6:41 am-4:24 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Columbus

Sun 6/1

5:21 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$238

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 6/3

4:59 pm-5:13 am

1 stop9h 14m

Columbus

Mon 6/9

4:56 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$283

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sat 6/28

6:01 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop21h 28m

Columbus

Mon 6/30

7:35 pm-5:01 pm

1 stop24h 26m

$335

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 5/20

6:20 am-6:09 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Columbus

Wed 5/28

7:15 am-11:16 am

1 stop7h 01m

$353

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 7/1

6:35 am-5:50 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Columbus

Wed 7/9

7:40 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$406

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 5/20

7:15 am-5:13 am

1 stop18h 58m

Columbus

Wed 5/28

7:00 am-5:00 pm

2 stops13h 00m

$413

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Mon 6/16

8:40 pm-10:02 am

2 stops10h 22m

Columbus

Tue 6/17

4:59 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$493

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

$772

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 5/29

6:15 am-4:01 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$79

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Columbus

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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 April 25, 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 April 29, 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 at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon 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 April 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from San Diego to Columbus. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 Diego to Columbus?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbus from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Columbus should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Columbus from 5 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Columbus is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $215 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Sun Country Air, starting at $238 and $335 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 50% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $79. Users have also found prices from $107 and $153 on Frontier and Sun Country Air, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Columbus

Discover the top 5 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$231Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$413Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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