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$81+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Columbus

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SFO — CMH
Aug 23 — Aug 301
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Columbus are usually found in January or August, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$278
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$81
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$389
From San Francisco to Columbus
One-way flight from San Francisco to Columbus
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Columbus

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Fri 10/36:29 amSFO - CMH
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Sun 10/58:34 pmCMH - SFO
2 stops15h 02mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 11/49:50 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop8h 19mDelta
Sat 11/87:05 amCMH - SFO
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Deal found 8/16$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Thu 11/136:33 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop17h 52mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/174:30 pmCMH - SFO
2 stops10h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$280
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/2410:17 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop21h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/288:19 pmCMH - SFO
2 stops28h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$281
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Fri 8/2210:29 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop14h 39mFrontier
Sun 8/248:30 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop14h 36mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$283
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/197:07 pmSFO - CMH
2 stops12h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/2012:53 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop11h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$285
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/510:37 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop21h 08mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/188:34 amCMH - SFO
1 stop12h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 11/1910:31 amSFO - CMH
2 stops10h 27mDelta
Thu 11/278:00 amCMH - SFO
1 stop9h 47mDelta
Deal found 8/17$288
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/197:07 pmSFO - CMH
2 stops12h 29mFrontier
Sun 9/218:34 pmCMH - SFO
2 stops15h 02mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/1512:00 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop28h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/1912:55 pmCMH - SFO
2 stops14h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$290

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Columbus that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Fly to

Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Fri 10/3

6:29 am-7:39 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Columbus

Sun 10/5

8:34 pm-8:36 am

2 stops15h 02m

$278

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

11:57 pm-12:44 pm

1 stop9h 47m

Columbus

Sat 9/20

12:10 pm-5:47 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$279

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Thu 11/6

1:25 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Columbus

Sat 11/8

2:12 pm-5:51 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$279

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

12:45 am-10:07 am

1 stop6h 22m

Columbus

Sat 9/20

12:10 pm-5:47 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$279

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Fri 11/7

12:35 am-10:26 am

1 stop6h 51m

Columbus

Tue 11/11

7:00 am-1:19 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$279

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

1:35 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Columbus

Wed 11/19

8:10 am-2:31 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$279

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Tue 11/4

5:55 am-5:15 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Columbus

Mon 11/10

7:05 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$279

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Wed 11/5

1:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Columbus

Fri 11/14

5:50 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$279

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Fri 11/7

12:35 am-10:26 am

1 stop6h 51m

Columbus

Fri 11/14

5:50 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$279

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

2:55 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Columbus

Fri 9/19

3:48 pm-8:28 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$279

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Columbus

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Columbus. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Columbus, you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Columbus?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 August 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Columbus at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco 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.

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 August 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Columbus have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Columbus from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 0 flights from San Francisco to Columbus per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    Departing from San Francisco to Columbus will take you 9h 47m. San Francisco and Columbus are separated by a distance of 2114 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Frontier, at $149, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Columbus.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Delta. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Columbus for 66% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Columbus?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Columbus? While on average our users pay $449, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $289. The most popular route (San Francisco - Columbus), is priced around $216.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$149Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$194Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$240Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$338Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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