$109+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Columbus (CMH)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CMH
Oct 30 — Nov 61
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to ColumbusExplore 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 September 30, 2026.
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 September 30, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/46:15 am -
1 stop11h 25m
Tue 12/88:10 am -
1 stop10h 00m
Deal found 9/28![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$222
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/204:53 pm -
1 stop19h 39m
Tue 11/38:27 am -
1 stop10h 23m
Deal found 9/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$238
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Mon 11/96:25 am -
1 stop6h 01m
Fri 11/134:21 pm -
1 stop10h 36m
Deal found 9/26![Frontier logo]()
$246
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Wed 10/216:25 am -
1 stop6h 07m
Mon 11/24:21 pm -
1 stop10h 36m
Deal found 9/26![Frontier logo]()
$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 10/216:25 am -
1 stop6h 07m
Tue 11/37:44 pm -
2 stops31h 13m
Deal found 9/26![Frontier logo]()
$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/96:25 am -
1 stop6h 01m
Tue 11/107:44 pm -
2 stops31h 13m
Deal found 9/28![Frontier logo]()
$270
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/46:15 am -
1 stop11h 25m
Tue 12/812:43 pm -
2 stops14h 15m
Deal found 9/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Sat 11/215:29 pm -
1 stop21h 29m
Tue 12/112:55 pm -
2 stops21h 25m
Deal found 9/27![Frontier logo]()
$278
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Mon 10/196:25 am -
1 stop6h 07m
Mon 11/24:21 pm -
1 stop10h 36m
Deal found 9/26![Frontier logo]()
$288
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Tue 11/36:25 am -
2 stops9h 27m
Tue 11/107:44 pm -
2 stops23h 14m
Deal found 9/26![Frontier logo]()
$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 10/236:25 am -
1 stop6h 07m
Sun 10/257:44 pm -
2 stops27h 05m
Deal found 9/24![Frontier logo]()
$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 10/216:25 am -
1 stop6h 07m
Sun 10/257:44 pm -
2 stops27h 05m
Deal found 9/27![Frontier logo]()
$302
Best flights from San Diego to ColumbusDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Columbus that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 30, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Columbus that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 30, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/510:40 pm -
1 stop9h 11m
Sun 11/85:40 am -
1 stop8h 16m
Deal found 9/29![American Airlines logo]()
$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Mon 11/2310:35 pm -
1 stop7h 45m
Wed 12/212:50 pm -
2 stops11h 20m
Deal found 9/27![Southwest logo]()
$352
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Sat 12/196:23 pm -
1 stop7h 45m
Sun 12/277:03 pm -
1 stop7h 48m
Deal found 9/26![United Airlines logo]()
$373
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1012:41 pm -
1 stop7h 40m
Fri 11/135:40 am -
1 stop7h 23m
Deal found 9/25![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2210:40 pm -
1 stop8h 25m
Thu 10/2910:00 am -
Nonstop4h 45m
Deal found 9/29![Southwest logo]()
$382
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 10/279:20 am -
2 stops10h 10m
Sat 10/3112:00 pm -
2 stops8h 25m
Deal found 9/27![Southwest logo]()
$397
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 10/277:00 am -
1 stop7h 01m
Fri 10/305:24 am -
1 stop7h 32m
Deal found 9/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$447
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/267:41 pm -
2 stops11h 19m
Sun 11/15:15 am -
1 stop7h 12m
Deal found 9/29![United Airlines logo]()
$472
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2311:00 pm -
1 stop6h 50m
Mon 12/2810:49 am -
1 stop7h 46m
Deal found 9/29![American Airlines logo]()
$494
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/268:05 pm -
2 stops19h 29m
Sun 11/17:12 pm -
2 stops21h 01m
Deal found 9/28![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$458
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/211:30 pm -
Nonstop4h 10m
Wed 11/253:00 pm -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 9/29![Southwest logo]()
$494
Last-minute flights from San Diego to ColumbusDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Columbus. Data last updated September 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Columbus. Data last updated September 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/26:25 am -
1 stop6h 10m
Mon 10/54:30 pm -
1 stop10h 21m
Deal found 9/29![Frontier logo]()
$324
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/64:54 pm -
1 stop19h 41m
Mon 10/124:27 pm -
1 stop10h 29m
Deal found 9/28![Frontier logo]()
$319
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Mon 10/196:25 am -
1 stop6h 07m
Mon 11/24:21 pm -
1 stop10h 36m
Deal found 9/26![Frontier logo]()
$288
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Mon 10/196:25 am -
1 stop6h 07m
Tue 11/37:44 pm -
2 stops31h 13m
Deal found 9/26![Frontier logo]()
$306
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/204:53 pm -
1 stop19h 39m
Tue 11/38:27 am -
1 stop10h 23m
Deal found 9/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$238
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 10/2012:10 pm -
1 stop29h 40m
Tue 10/278:34 am -
1 stop9h 04m
Deal found 9/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 10/204:53 pm -
1 stop19h 39m
Mon 11/24:21 pm -
1 stop10h 36m
Deal found 9/26![Frontier logo]()
$325
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Wed 10/216:25 am -
1 stop6h 07m
Mon 11/24:21 pm -
1 stop10h 36m
Deal found 9/26![Frontier logo]()
$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 10/216:25 am -
1 stop6h 07m
Tue 11/37:44 pm -
2 stops31h 13m
Deal found 9/26![Frontier logo]()
$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 10/216:25 am -
1 stop6h 07m
Sun 10/257:44 pm -
2 stops27h 05m
Deal found 9/27![Frontier logo]()
$302
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 10/276:25 am -
2 stops9h 27m
Sat 10/318:34 am -
1 stop9h 04m
Deal found 9/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$314
One-way flights from San Diego to ColumbusSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 30, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 30, 2026.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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.
Wed 12/96:15 am -
1 stop11h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$109
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Sun 11/16:25 am -
1 stop30h 01m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/30![Frontier logo]()
$112
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Fri 11/139:15 am -
1 stop8h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$114
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Mon 11/166:25 am -
1 stop6h 01m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/30![Frontier logo]()
$115
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/216:25 am -
1 stop6h 07m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/29![Frontier logo]()
$122
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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.
Mon 10/266:25 am -
1 stop6h 07m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/29![Frontier logo]()
$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/98:24 am -
2 stops24h 34m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/29![Frontier logo]()
$125
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/204:53 pm -
1 stop19h 39m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/29![Frontier logo]()
$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Sun 11/156:25 am -
1 stop30h 01m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/30![Frontier logo]()
$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/316:25 am -
2 stops34h 16m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/29![Frontier logo]()
$134
Find 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 September 30, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $196 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $109 (Priceline) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $407 |
Good round-trip deal | $688 or less |
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 30, 2026.
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 DiegoColumbus
SAN San Diego - CMH Columbus
SANCMH
San Diego
Mon 3/29
4:26 pm-5:24 am
1 stop9h 58m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$174
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoColumbus
SAN San Diego - CMH Columbus
SANCMH
San Diego
Sun 3/7
6:20 am-3:56 pm
1 stop6h 36m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$174
San DiegoColumbus
SAN San Diego - CMH Columbus
SANCMH
San Diego
Thu 1/7
8:35 am-6:40 pm
1 stop7h 05m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$174
San DiegoColumbus
SAN San Diego - CMH Columbus
SANCMH
San Diego
Fri 3/26
10:30 pm-9:44 am
1 stop8h 14m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$174
San DiegoColumbus
SAN San Diego - CMH Columbus
SANCMH
San Diego
Mon 11/30
10:30 pm-10:21 am
1 stop8h 51m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$194
San DiegoColumbus
SAN San Diego - CMH Columbus
SANCMH
San Diego
Fri 10/23
6:27 pm-9:34 am
2 stops12h 07m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$199
San DiegoColumbus
SAN San Diego - CMH Columbus
SANCMH
San Diego
Mon 11/30
6:30 am-12:00 pm
2 stops26h 30m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$217
San DiegoColumbus
SAN San Diego - CMH Columbus
SANCMH
San Diego
Fri 11/27
1:45 pm-1:15 am
1 stop8h 30m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$230
San DiegoColumbus
SAN San Diego - CMH Columbus
SANCMH
San Diego
Mon 11/23
11:21 am-11:44 pm
2 stops9h 23m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$239
San DiegoColumbus
SAN San Diego - CMH Columbus
SANCMH
San Diego
Mon 3/22
6:30 pm-9:35 am
2 stops12h 05m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$239
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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Columbus
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Columbus in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Columbus Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Columbus Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport?
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 49 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Columbus Airport (average of $324). Flying from San Diego to Columbus Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $489). 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 September 30, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport as you normally would.
How often are flights from San Diego to Columbus delayed?
About 33% of weekly flights between San Diego and Columbus have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 148 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Diego to Columbus flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Diego to Columbus flights?
Over the last year, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 33% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from San Diego to Columbus Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Phoenix (PHX) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $276.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Diego to Columbus Airport?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Phoenix (PHX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 34m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Columbus Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 05m.
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 September 30, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from San Diego to Columbus Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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Discover the top 6 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 30, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$105 | Average$240 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$230 | Average$349 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$246 | Average$348 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$248 | Average$468 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$275 | Average$391 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$447 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |