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$86+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to San Antonio (SAT)

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CMH — SAT
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to San Antonio

Cheapest flights from Columbus to San Antonio
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to San Antonio. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/315:00 amCMH - SAT
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/15:48 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/244:45 pmCMH - SAT
1 stop5h 41mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/256:40 amSAT - CMH
1 stop8h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$363
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/314:45 pmCMH - SAT
1 stop7h 03mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/26:40 amSAT - CMH
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/2511:14 amCMH - SAT
1 stop5h 26mDelta
Sun 12/284:45 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop5h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/10$372
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/314:45 pmCMH - SAT
1 stop5h 41mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/12:13 pmSAT - CMH
2 stops8h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$394
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/256:05 amCMH - SAT
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/276:40 amSAT - CMH
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$402
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/279:40 pmCMH - SAT
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Wed 12/313:40 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$431
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/3112:45 pmCMH - SAT
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Fri 1/25:45 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$434
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/217:58 pmCMH - SAT
1 stop16h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/2612:45 pmSAT - CMH
1 stop10h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$444
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/256:35 amCMH - SAT
2 stops8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/286:41 amSAT - CMH
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$479
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/244:45 pmCMH - SAT
1 stop5h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/276:40 amSAT - CMH
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$485

Find flight deals from Columbus to San Antonio

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to San Antonio (SAT). 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 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$176
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$86
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$447
Provider with most accurate pricing for Columbus-San Antonio flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Columbus-San Antonio flights.
From Columbus to San Antonio
One-way flight from Columbus to San Antonio
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to San Antonio 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to San Antonio that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Depart

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Price

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Wed 1/14

6:06 am-8:14 am

1 stop27h 08m

San Antonio

Sat 1/17

6:30 am-11:19 pm

1 stop15h 49m

$194

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Mon 1/12

11:48 am-11:52 pm

2 stops13h 04m

San Antonio

Wed 1/14

6:30 am-11:19 pm

1 stop15h 49m

$250

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Tue 1/6

11:14 am-11:26 pm

1 stop13h 12m

San Antonio

Tue 1/13

6:30 am-11:27 pm

3 stops15h 57m

$277

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Sun 1/11

5:45 am-11:52 pm

2 stops19h 07m

San Antonio

Thu 1/15

9:09 am-11:19 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$279

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Wed 2/25

11:13 am-3:23 pm

1 stop5h 10m

San Antonio

Wed 3/4

6:24 pm-12:04 am

1 stop4h 40m

$287

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Wed 1/7

6:28 pm-9:40 am

2 stops16h 12m

San Antonio

Sun 1/11

6:30 am-9:40 am

2 stops26h 10m

$306

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Wed 3/4

11:13 am-3:23 pm

1 stop5h 10m

San Antonio

Wed 3/11

6:20 am-12:04 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$317

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Antonio

Tue 1/27

1:03 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$323

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Sat 2/28

12:39 pm-4:58 pm

1 stop5h 19m

San Antonio

Thu 3/5

5:25 am-1:31 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$347

ColumbusSan Antonio

CMH - SAT

CMHSAT

Columbus

Tue 3/3

11:13 am-3:23 pm

1 stop5h 10m

San Antonio

Mon 3/9

4:29 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$347

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/10

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus to San Antonio

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 Columbus to San Antonio in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Columbus Airport-San Antonio flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-San Antonio flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-San Antonio flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-San Antonio flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Columbus Airport-San Antonio 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 Columbus to San Antonio

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Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to San Antonio. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbus Airport to San Antonio, you should look to book at least 46 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Antonio (average of $114). Flying from Columbus Airport to San Antonio in March is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 CMH to SAT?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to San Antonio. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus Airport to San Antonio at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to San Antonio?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to San Antonio flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon 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 San Antonio

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Antonio. 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 San Antonio. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus Airport to San Antonio 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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to San Antonio. 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 into for flights to San Antonio from Columbus?

    San Antonio (SAT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to San Antonio. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Antonio from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the San Antonio airport from Columbus. It is only a 7.6 mi journey from San Antonio (SAT) to San Antonio’s city center.

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

    A quick flight from Columbus Airport to San Antonio can take about 5h 10m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $287. The distance between Columbus Airport and San Antonio is about 1139 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus Airport to San Antonio is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $115 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $228 and $269 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 70% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $49. Users have also found prices from $79 and $133 on Frontier and Southwest, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Antonio (average of $114). Flying from Columbus Airport to San Antonio in March is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to San Antonio

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to San Antonio. 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$117Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$238Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$289Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$302Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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