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$86+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Columbus (CMH)

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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CMH
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Columbus are usually found in April or August, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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 (CMH). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$207
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$86
(Gotogate)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$393

Good round-trip deal

$458 or less
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/49:09 amSAN - CMH
1 stop10h 02mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/811:06 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop12h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$207
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 8/78:15 amSAN - CMH
1 stop17h 56mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/136:28 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop17h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/167:13 amSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/215:37 amCMH - SAN
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$351
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 8/213:15 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Sun 8/245:25 amCMH - SAN
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$356
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/305:51 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 8/67:00 amCMH - SAN
1 stop8h 49mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$357
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/185:13 pmSAN - CMH
3 stops20h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/207:47 pmCMH - SAN
2 stops30h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$365
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/126:25 amSAN - CMH
1 stop7h 01mFrontier
Sun 6/155:21 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop9h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$373
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 7/111:27 amSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 17mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/156:00 amCMH - SAN
1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/1610:15 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Sat 7/194:57 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Deal found 6/11$430

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 9/4

9:09 am-10:11 pm

1 stop10h 02m

Columbus

Mon 9/8

11:06 pm-8:14 am

1 stop12h 08m

$207

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 8/7

8:15 am-5:11 am

1 stop17h 56m

Columbus

Wed 8/13

6:28 pm-8:53 am

1 stop17h 25m

$296

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 9/16

7:13 am-6:32 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Columbus

Sun 9/21

5:37 am-9:18 am

1 stop6h 41m

$351

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 8/21

3:15 pm-12:40 am

1 stop6h 25m

Columbus

Sun 8/24

5:25 am-11:05 am

2 stops8h 40m

$356

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 7/30

5:51 pm-5:11 am

1 stop8h 20m

Columbus

Wed 8/6

7:00 am-12:49 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$357

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Fri 7/18

5:13 pm-5:09 pm

3 stops20h 56m

Columbus

Sun 7/20

7:47 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops30h 19m

$365

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 6/26

6:25 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Columbus

Mon 6/30

12:31 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 28m

$417

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 7/1

11:27 am-10:44 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Columbus

Tue 7/15

6:00 am-9:34 am

1 stop6h 34m

$419

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Wed 7/16

10:15 pm-9:46 am

1 stop8h 31m

Columbus

Sat 7/19

4:57 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$430

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 9/4

11:40 am-10:11 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$86

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Columbus

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport

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

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 June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from San Diego to Columbus Airport 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 June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Columbus Airport 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 Airport?

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 Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport, 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 June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from San Diego to Columbus to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

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
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

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
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

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
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

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
7,946 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

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!
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

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?

    If you book a flight to Columbus from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego. There are 0 flights from San Diego to Columbus per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport round-trip from $207. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $296, and American Airlines, from $351. Spirit Airlines is 51% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $86 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $139 and Hawaiian Airlines from $140 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Columbus Airport is $384. On average you can expect to pay $468. The most popular route, (San Diego - Columbus), can usually be booked for $207.

  • 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 Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from San Diego to Columbus Airport 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$138Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$231Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$402Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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