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$203+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CMH
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San José to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 January 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$203
(Orbitz)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$398
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Columbus flight deals.
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From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Columbus
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San José to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2412:35 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop10h 18m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/46:15 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop7h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/14$203
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Wed 2/1812:35 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop10h 18m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 2/236:15 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop7h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/14$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 2/2412:35 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/285:45 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop6h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$282
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/1012:33 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop9h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/176:15 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop7h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/15$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Wed 2/251:31 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop9h 01m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 2/285:45 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop6h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/14$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 2/2412:35 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop10h 18m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/255:45 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop6h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/14$298
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2412:35 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop10h 18m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/255:15 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop8h 04m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/14$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Fri 2/271:31 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop9h 01m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 2/285:45 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop6h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/14$306
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 3/61:31 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop9h 01m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/106:15 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop7h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/15$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 2/2412:35 pm
SJO
-
CMH
2 stops9h 57m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 2/285:45 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop6h 55m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/14$310
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 2/2412:35 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/17:01 pm
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop17h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$313

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/24

12:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 18m

Columbus

Wed 3/4

6:15 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$203

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/18

1:31 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Columbus

Mon 2/23

6:15 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$254

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/6

1:31 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Columbus

Tue 3/10

6:15 am-11:22 am

1 stop7h 07m

$308

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/24

12:35 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops9h 57m

Columbus

Wed 2/25

5:45 am-11:40 am

1 stop6h 55m

$310

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/24

12:35 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops9h 57m

Columbus

Sat 2/28

5:45 am-11:40 am

1 stop6h 55m

$310

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

1:31 pm-10:44 am

1 stop20h 13m

Columbus

Sun 3/1

7:01 pm-11:40 am

1 stop17h 39m

$319

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

1:31 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Columbus

Sun 3/8

5:45 am-10:40 am

1 stop6h 55m

$319

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

1:31 pm-10:44 am

1 stop20h 13m

Columbus

Sun 3/8

2:51 pm-11:22 am

2 stops22h 31m

$323

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/25

1:31 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Columbus

Fri 2/27

11:39 am-11:40 am

2 stops25h 01m

$329

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/28

12:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 18m

Columbus

Sat 3/7

5:45 am-11:40 am

1 stop6h 55m

$335

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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 José to Columbus in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Columbus Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 José-Columbus Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San José to Columbus

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from San José with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Columbus. Price data was last updated on January 9, 2026.

Booking 19 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José to Columbus Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Columbus Airport (average of $159). Flying from San José to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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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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 January 15, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from San José 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,132 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,320 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 8.8 mi from the city center, San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbus from San José. Booking flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Columbus should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Columbus from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San José to Columbus Airport?

    Spirit Airlines can get you from San José to Columbus Airport in just under 10h 18m. Your travel time can differ by up to . San José and Columbus Airport are separated by a distance of 2073 mi.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $109, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José to Columbus Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 72% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $136. Users have also found prices from $184 and $216 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 José to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Columbus Airport (average of $159). Flying from San José to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 3 airlines flying from San José to Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$109Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$383Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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