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$181+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CMH
Aug 10 — Aug 171
Mon 8/10
Mon 8/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San José to Columbus

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 July 11, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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.
Fri 10/27:55 am
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop13h 49m
United Airlines
Sun 10/46:30 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop15h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7$280
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 10/293:01 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop7h 36m
American Airlines
Mon 11/28:17 pm
CMH
-
SJO
2 stops18h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8$291
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Sun 11/812:35 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop9h 59m
United Airlines
Thu 11/125:51 am
CMH
-
SJO
2 stops30h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/9$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Wed 7/227:55 am
SJO
-
CMH
2 stops24h 02m
United Airlines
Thu 7/305:30 am
CMH
-
SJO
2 stops19h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/9$305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Wed 7/2211:13 am
SJO
-
CMH
2 stops24h 04m
United Airlines
Wed 8/55:55 pm
CMH
-
SJO
2 stops18h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/8$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Wed 7/157:15 am
SJO
-
CMH
2 stops13h 09m
United Airlines
Wed 8/127:49 pm
CMH
-
SJO
2 stops18h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/8$335
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 9/51:25 pm
SJO
-
CMH
2 stops25h 40m
United Airlines
Tue 9/296:30 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop15h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/5$337

Find 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 July 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$280
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$181
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$547
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One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Columbus
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($63 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/22

11:13 am-1:17 pm

2 stops24h 04m

Columbus

Wed 8/5

5:55 pm-10:11 am

2 stops18h 16m

$319

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/5

1:25 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Columbus

Sat 9/26

5:00 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop28h 37m

$337

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/3

7:55 am-10:00 am

2 stops24h 05m

Columbus

Sun 9/6

7:49 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops25h 48m

$337

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/5

1:25 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops25h 40m

Columbus

Tue 9/29

6:30 am-7:37 pm

1 stop15h 07m

$337

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/30

12:44 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Columbus

Thu 8/6

6:30 am-10:11 am

1 stop29h 41m

$360

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/4

7:55 am-10:00 am

2 stops24h 05m

Columbus

Wed 9/30

2:16 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops31h 21m

$371
Quickest round-trip

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/22

7:00 am-6:36 pm

2 stops9h 36m

Columbus

Fri 7/31

10:40 am-7:35 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$424

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/22

11:13 am-9:57 am

2 stops20h 44m

Columbus

Fri 7/31

6:30 am-10:39 pm

1 stop18h 09m

$455
Cheapest one-way

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/16

7:55 am-1:17 pm

2 stops27h 22m

$183

San JoséColumbus

SJO - CMH

SJOCMH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/20

7:15 am-4:10 pm

1 stop30h 55m

$183

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Deals found on 7/6

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Compare providers for flights from San José 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 José to Columbus in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 José-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 José-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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

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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?

Booking 62 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 $299). Flying from San José to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $646). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Columbus Airport?

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 11, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American 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
9,976 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

ROHIT,Jun 2026

IND - EWR

It should not be delayed by 2 hours. I missed the important event due to this
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,976 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,976 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

ROHIT,Jun 2026

IND - EWR

It should not be delayed by 2 hours. I missed the important event due to this
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,806 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,976 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

ROHIT,Jun 2026

IND - EWR

It should not be delayed by 2 hours. I missed the important event due to this

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 2 different airlines.

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

    United Airlines can get you from San José to Columbus Airport in just under 24h 04m. 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?

    United Airlines, at $307, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José to Columbus Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. Users have found that United Airlines is 31% 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 American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $177. Users have also found prices from $231 and $307 on United Airlines and Delta, 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 $299). Flying from San José to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $646). 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 2 airlines flying from San José to Columbus

Discover the top 2 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 July 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$307Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$383Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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