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$135+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 8/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CMH
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Columbus are usually found in January or February, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday 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 (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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$276
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$135
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$447

Good round-trip deal

$401 or less

Good one-way deal

$323 or less
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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 July 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/195:50 amSFO - CMH
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Thu 8/216:40 amCMH - SFO
1 stop7h 17mDelta
Deal found 7/29$277
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/146:37 amSFO - CMH
1 stop6h 53mFrontier
Sat 8/1610:04 amCMH - SFO
1 stop27h 21mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$278
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/265:45 amSFO - CMH
1 stop9h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/26:00 amCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 9/48:25 amSFO - CMH
Nonstop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/77:40 amCMH - SFO
Nonstop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 8/275:15 amSFO - CMH
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Wed 9/37:10 amCMH - SFO
2 stops10h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$314
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/178:00 amSFO - CMH
1 stop11h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/2012:53 pmCMH - SFO
2 stops11h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$326
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 10/137:00 pmSFO - CMH
2 stops19h 46mAlaska Airlines
Fri 10/176:43 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop18h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$332

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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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Columbus Airport 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

Wed 1/7

6:00 am-5:23 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Columbus

Sat 1/10

6:25 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$276

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

5:50 am-5:15 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Columbus

Thu 8/21

6:40 am-10:57 am

1 stop7h 17m

$277

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

6:37 am-4:30 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Columbus

Sat 8/16

10:04 am-10:25 am

1 stop27h 21m

$278

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

5:45 am-6:37 pm

1 stop9h 52m

Columbus

Tue 9/2

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop8h 50m

$284

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

8:25 am-4:08 pm

Nonstop4h 43m

Columbus

Sun 9/7

7:40 am-9:44 am

Nonstop5h 04m

$289

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

5:15 am-4:15 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Columbus

Wed 9/3

7:10 am-2:40 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$314

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Mon 10/13

7:00 pm-5:46 pm

2 stops19h 46m

Columbus

Wed 10/15

6:43 pm-9:16 am

1 stop17h 33m

$332

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

8:53 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop14h 17m

$135

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

12:45 am-10:07 am

1 stop6h 22m

$139

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

6:00 am-7:45 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$160

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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 Airport

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

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 July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Columbus Airport is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 July 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Columbus Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 32% 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 Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Columbus. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco 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.

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 July 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Francisco to Columbus Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to Columbus. On average, San Francisco has 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day from 6 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Flying on Hawaiian Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Columbus Airport, with prices starting at $276. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Frontier, with the lowest prices starting at $277 and $278, respectively. These flights start at 38% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $135. Delta flights start at $139 while deals on Southwest start at $160 one-way.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Columbus Airport? While on average our users pay $459, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $273. The most popular route (San Francisco - Columbus), is priced around $262.

  • 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 Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from San Francisco 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 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Columbus

Discover the top 6 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$143Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$151Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$195Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$243Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$339Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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