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$91+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 11/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CMH
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Sat 11/22
Sat 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus flight deals. Data was last updated October 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$220
(Southwest)

One-way from

$91
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$495
From San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 23, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 12/172:40 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Tue 1/64:40 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 10/22$220
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 12/176:10 amSJC - CMH
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/67:30 amCMH - SJC
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/22$245
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/176:20 amSJC - CMH
1 stop9h 04mDelta
Tue 1/612:50 pmCMH - SJC
2 stops11h 59mDelta
Deal found 10/21$262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 12/1012:25 amSFO - CMH
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/135:30 amCMH - SFO
1 stop11h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/20$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 12/512:30 amSFO - CMH
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Sat 12/136:43 amCMH - SFO
2 stops12h 14mDelta
Deal found 10/21$301
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/186:25 amSJC - CMH
1 stop8h 09mDelta
Wed 11/194:49 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop9h 07mDelta
Deal found 10/21$307
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Sun 11/166:30 amOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 58mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/196:24 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop8h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/23$308
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 11/174:39 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop21h 49mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/196:24 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop19h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/22$308
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Mon 11/1712:28 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Thu 11/207:20 amCMH - OAK
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Deal found 10/23$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 11/1312:43 amSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 12mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/166:00 amCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/22$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Thu 11/1310:30 amSFO - CMH
2 stops9h 21mDelta
Sun 11/166:10 amCMH - SFO
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Deal found 10/22$311
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Mon 11/1712:28 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Wed 11/1910:58 amCMH - OAK
2 stops8h 13mDelta
Deal found 10/23$314

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 October 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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San Francisco Bay Area

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Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Sun 1/18

11:37 am-11:02 am

2 stops20h 25m

Columbus

Wed 1/21

9:28 pm-3:29 pm

1 stop21h 01m

$233

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Wed 12/17

8:45 am-9:35 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Columbus

Tue 1/6

6:05 am-10:40 am

1 stop7h 35m

$241

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Sun 1/18

10:55 am-10:10 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Columbus

Wed 1/21

6:05 am-10:40 am

1 stop7h 35m

$250

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Tue 3/3

1:35 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Columbus

Wed 3/4

6:05 am-12:09 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$257

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Wed 12/17

6:20 am-6:24 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Columbus

Tue 1/6

12:50 pm-9:49 pm

2 stops11h 59m

$262

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Thu 1/8

11:27 am-1:58 pm

2 stops23h 31m

Columbus

Sun 1/11

9:28 pm-10:32 am

1 stop16h 04m

$276

San FranciscoColumbus

SFO - CMH

SFOCMH

San Francisco

Fri 12/5

12:30 am-10:24 am

1 stop6h 54m

Columbus

Sat 12/13

6:43 am-3:57 pm

2 stops12h 14m

$301

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Sun 11/16

6:30 am-5:28 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Columbus

Wed 11/19

6:24 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$308

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Mon 11/17

6:30 am-5:28 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Columbus

Wed 11/19

6:24 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$308

OaklandColumbus

OAK - CMH

OAKCMH

Oakland

Thu 12/11

11:21 am-5:47 pm

1 stop27h 26m

Columbus

Wed 12/24

6:44 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$308

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus Airport (average of $164). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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 XIH to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 October 23, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 October 23, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus Airport. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
4,236 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
7.9
Good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
8,995 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
11,033 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,128 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus Airport in 6h 27m. Fly via Southwest, Delta, or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 2095 mi between San Francisco Bay Area and Columbus Airport. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus Airport are Southwest ($103), Delta ($129), and Alaska Airlines ($202).

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus Airport?

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Columbus, San Jose - Columbus or Oakland - Columbus when deciding on the best route from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus Airport.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus Airport? While on average our users pay $411, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $169. The most popular route (San Francisco - Columbus), is priced around $218.

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus Airport (average of $164). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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 Bay Area to Columbus

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$153Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$159Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$199Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$310Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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