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$99+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Columbus

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SJC — CMH
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Jose to Columbus are usually found in June or April, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$227
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$99
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$398
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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 August 14, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Thu 9/2511:40 amSJC - CMH
1 stop8h 05mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/2812:53 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop29h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$227
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/266:35 amSJC - CMH
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/2812:53 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop24h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$236
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 10/175:55 amSJC - CMH
1 stop13h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/1912:55 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop21h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$237
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Sat 9/136:35 amSJC - CMH
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/2312:53 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop10h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$252
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 10/311:40 amSJC - CMH
1 stop8h 05mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/512:55 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop21h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/26:00 amSJC - CMH
2 stops32h 09mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/412:53 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop10h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sat 9/271:35 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Sat 10/411:00 amCMH - SJC
2 stops8h 19mDelta
Deal found 8/12$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/266:45 pmSJC - CMH
2 stops13h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/2812:53 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop24h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$299

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Columbus that are best for you.

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Return

Price

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Thu 9/25

11:40 am-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Columbus

Sun 9/28

12:53 pm-3:21 pm

1 stop29h 28m

$227

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Fri 10/3

6:35 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Columbus

Sun 10/5

12:55 pm-7:18 am

1 stop21h 23m

$227

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Fri 9/26

6:35 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Columbus

Sun 9/28

12:53 pm-10:45 am

1 stop24h 52m

$236

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Sat 10/18

8:15 am-10:28 pm

1 stop11h 13m

Columbus

Sun 10/19

12:55 pm-7:18 am

1 stop21h 23m

$237

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Fri 10/17

5:55 am-10:28 pm

1 stop13h 33m

Columbus

Sun 10/19

12:55 pm-7:18 am

1 stop21h 23m

$237

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Sat 9/13

6:35 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Columbus

Tue 9/23

12:53 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$252

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Tue 9/2

6:00 am-5:09 pm

2 stops32h 09m

Columbus

Thu 9/4

12:53 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$286

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Sat 9/27

1:35 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Columbus

Sat 10/4

7:00 am-11:17 am

1 stop7h 17m

$287

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Fri 9/26

12:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Columbus

Sun 9/28

7:00 am-12:24 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$287

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Sat 9/13

6:35 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$99

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Columbus

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose 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 August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Jose to Columbus, you should look to book at least 55 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 Jose to Columbus?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Jose to Columbus in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,046 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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 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 5 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.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Jose to Columbus round-trip from $179. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $250, and Delta, from $267. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 58% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 to Columbus?

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$179Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$206Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$321Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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