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$131+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) 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 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — CMH
Jan 28 — Feb 41
Wed 1/28
Wed 2/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Columbus

Cheapest flights from San Jose to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 29, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:30 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop8h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/38:17 amCMH - SJC
1 stop8h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27$972
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:30 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop8h 33mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/45:45 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop7h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$977
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/3012:05 pmSJC - CMH
2 stops7h 55mSouthwest
Sat 1/35:20 amCMH - SJC
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/27$982
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:55 amSJC - CMH
2 stops8h 16mDelta
Sun 1/47:00 amCMH - SJC
2 stops14h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/27$987
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2910:55 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop7h 29mDelta
Sun 1/46:00 amCMH - SJC
1 stop8h 14mDelta
Deal found 12/28$1,207
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:55 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop8h 34mDelta
Sat 1/37:00 amCMH - SJC
2 stops11h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/28$1,302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/297:15 amSJC - CMH
2 stops10h 08mDelta
Sat 1/36:00 amCMH - SJC
1 stop8h 14mDelta
Deal found 12/28$1,320
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 12/296:30 pmSJC - CMH
2 stops12h 33mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/310:02 amCMH - SJC
2 stops12h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/28$1,464

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 December 29, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$284
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$131
(American Airlines)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

$556
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San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Tue 2/10

6:10 am-7:07 pm

2 stops9h 57m

Columbus

Wed 2/18

4:58 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$289

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Wed 1/28

10:45 pm-11:44 am

1 stop9h 59m

Columbus

Tue 2/3

10:17 am-5:40 pm

2 stops10h 23m

$300

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Wed 4/1

1:18 pm-12:31 am

1 stop8h 13m

Columbus

Sun 4/5

7:05 am-12:31 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$383

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Tue 1/20

8:40 am-11:44 pm

2 stops12h 04m

Columbus

Wed 1/21

6:00 am-1:39 pm

2 stops10h 39m

$394

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Wed 5/13

11:40 am-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Columbus

Mon 5/18

6:05 am-12:15 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$406

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Wed 6/24

10:56 pm-11:20 am

1 stop9h 24m

Columbus

Mon 6/29

3:50 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$407

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Thu 4/9

6:15 am-6:34 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Columbus

Mon 4/13

7:30 pm-6:11 pm

1 stop25h 41m

$409

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Wed 4/1

6:10 am-6:18 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Columbus

Sat 4/4

7:05 am-12:31 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$414

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-4:19 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$131

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Sun 1/18

6:50 am-10:00 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$136

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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 Jose to Columbus in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 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 Jose, California-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 Jose, California-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose, California-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-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 Jose, California-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 Jose to Columbus

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose, California to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Columbus. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Jose, California to Columbus Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 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 Jose, California to Columbus Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Columbus Airport (average of $135). Flying from San Jose, California to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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.

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 December 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Jose to Columbus Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,121 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,074 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Jose (SJC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Jose to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from San Jose; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the San Jose airport to Columbus. It is only a 2.9 mi journey to San Jose (SJC) from San Jose’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Columbus Airport?

    Departing from San Jose, California to Columbus Airport will take you 9h 57m. The distance from San Jose, California to Columbus Airport is about 2095 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Jose, California to Columbus Airport round-trip from $250. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $267, and Southwest, from $314. American Airlines is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $140 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $149 and Southwest from $178 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose, California to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Columbus Airport (average of $135). Flying from San Jose, California to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 4 airlines flying from San Jose to Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 December 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$267Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$314Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$338Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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