$94+ Cheap flights from Columbus to San Diego (SAN)
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 10/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SAN
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to San DiegoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 3, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 3, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/173:22 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop11h 29m
Frontier
Wed 8/196:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop10h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$285
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Fri 9/115:48 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/154:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop9h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$287
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/218:27 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 24m
Frontier
Tue 8/253:45 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop24h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 8/1![Frontier logo]()
$289
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 10/318:34 am
CMH
- SAN
2 stops11h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 11/31:46 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop28h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$290
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/123:22 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop20h 48m
Frontier
Thu 8/273:45 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop24h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 8/316:50 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop20h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/54:36 pm
SAN
- CMH
2 stops21h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 9/177:50 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops23h 08m
Frontier
Tue 9/224:54 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop19h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/256:10 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/3012:09 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop20h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$298
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Thu 9/247:50 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops31h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/31:13 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop26h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$301
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/910:50 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Mon 9/144:15 pm
SAN
- CMH
Nonstop4h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$302
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 9/95:48 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops17h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/146:15 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop19h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Thu 10/17:50 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops23h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/61:22 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$304
Best flights from Columbus to San DiegoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 3, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 3, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Fri 9/115:48 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/154:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop9h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$287
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 10/307:00 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Tue 11/39:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/37:40 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 9/66:20 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31![United Airlines logo]()
$322
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 9/42:06 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 08m
Delta
Mon 9/710:17 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 35m
Delta
Deal found 8/1![Delta logo]()
$327
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sat 9/265:48 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/299:05 am
SAN
- CMH
2 stops17h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/3![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$311
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/136:40 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Fri 10/1612:30 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$317
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Fri 10/308:34 am
CMH
- SAN
2 stops15h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 11/34:23 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop25h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$322
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 10/102:40 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Tue 10/137:15 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 8/219:30 am
CMH
- SAN
Nonstop4h 30m
Southwest
Thu 8/274:15 pm
SAN
- CMH
Nonstop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Fri 8/289:30 am
CMH
- SAN
Nonstop4h 30m
Southwest
Mon 8/314:15 pm
SAN
- CMH
Nonstop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$367
Last-minute flights from Columbus to San DiegoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to San Diego. Data last updated August 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to San Diego. Data last updated August 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/123:22 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop20h 48m
Frontier
Thu 8/273:45 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop24h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$295
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/143:22 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop11h 29m
Frontier
Sun 8/233:45 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop24h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 8/2![Frontier logo]()
$315
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/173:22 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop11h 29m
Frontier
Wed 8/196:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop10h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/206:00 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 07m
Delta
Wed 8/262:00 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop7h 58m
Delta
Deal found 7/29![Delta logo]()
$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 8/206:40 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 15m
Southwest
Wed 8/2612:20 pm
SAN
- CMH
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29![Southwest logo]()
$312
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/218:27 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 24m
Frontier
Tue 8/253:45 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop24h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 8/1![Frontier logo]()
$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/256:10 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/3012:09 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop20h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/258:00 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 48m
American Airlines
Sun 8/3010:45 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/29![American Airlines logo]()
$317
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Fri 8/285:35 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops18h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/12:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop11h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$311
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Sat 8/295:35 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops18h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 9/54:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop9h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$319
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/315:35 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop9h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/64:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop9h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 8/316:50 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop20h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/54:36 pm
SAN
- CMH
2 stops21h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$296
One-way flights from Columbus to San DiegoSearch for one-way flight options from Columbus to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 3, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 3, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 9/295:48 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$94
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Fri 10/25:48 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$104
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/144:30 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop10h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$110
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Thu 10/17:50 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops39h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 8/1![Frontier logo]()
$113
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/28:27 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31![Frontier logo]()
$114
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Sun 9/277:50 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops25h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 8/1![Frontier logo]()
$116
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/274:34 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops34h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31![Frontier logo]()
$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Thu 10/294:34 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops26h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 8/2![Frontier logo]()
$118
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 9/107:50 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops23h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$119
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/94:27 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop10h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sun 8/306:10 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops41h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$121
Find flight deals from Columbus to San Diego
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to San Diego (SAN). 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 August 3, 2026.
Round-trip from | $285 (Frontier) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $94 (Alaska Airlines) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $331 |
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Fri 9/11
5:48 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop8h 56m
San Diego
Tue 9/15
4:50 pm-5:08 am
1 stop9h 18m
$287
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Sat 9/26
5:48 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop8h 56m
San Diego
Tue 9/29
9:05 am-5:08 am
2 stops17h 03m
$311
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Fri 10/30
7:00 am-10:30 am
1 stop6h 30m
San Diego
Tue 11/3
9:25 am-10:00 pm
1 stop9h 35m
$317
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Tue 10/13
6:40 am-11:45 am
1 stop8h 05m
San Diego
Fri 10/16
12:30 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop8h 25m
$317
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Thu 9/3
7:40 am-11:35 am
1 stop6h 55m
San Diego
Sun 9/6
6:20 am-5:59 pm
1 stop8h 39m
$322
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Fri 10/30
8:34 am-8:40 pm
2 stops15h 06m
San Diego
Tue 11/3
4:23 pm-8:55 pm
1 stop25h 32m
$322
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Fri 9/4
2:06 pm-6:14 pm
1 stop7h 08m
San Diego
Mon 9/7
10:17 pm-9:52 am
1 stop8h 35m
$327
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Sat 10/10
2:40 pm-6:05 pm
1 stop6h 25m
San Diego
Tue 10/13
7:15 am-4:00 pm
1 stop5h 45m
$327
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ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Fri 8/21
9:30 am-11:00 am
Nonstop4h 30m
San Diego
Thu 8/27
4:15 pm-11:35 pm
Nonstop4h 20m
$347
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Fri 8/28
9:30 am-11:00 am
Nonstop4h 30m
San Diego
Mon 8/31
4:15 pm-11:35 pm
Nonstop4h 20m
$367
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to San Diego?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San Diego (average of $306). Flying from Columbus to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 SAN?
Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 3, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Columbus to San Diego as you normally would.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus to San Diego?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Columbus to San Diego flights typically cost between $306 and $426 in August.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $285 on Frontier (Aug 17-Aug 19).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus to San Diego?
Booking 35 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 Diego. Reviews last updated August 3, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Columbus to San Diego have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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Top 5 airlines flying from Columbus to San Diego
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$101 | Average$250 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$222 | Average$360 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$397 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$256 | Average$374 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$400 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |