$78+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SAN
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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 March 10, 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 March 10, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/52:29 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 26m
American Airlines
Mon 9/1411:00 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/7![American Airlines logo]()
$275
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/143:50 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 28m
Delta
Thu 1/710:30 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 14m
Delta
Deal found 3/7![Delta logo]()
$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/55:45 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 59m
Delta
Sun 9/62:00 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 59m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/247:53 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops21h 31m
Frontier
Mon 4/276:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Wed 3/257:00 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 44m
United Airlines
Wed 3/2510:30 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5![United Airlines logo]()
$280
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/103:30 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Sat 4/188:50 am
SAN
- CMH
2 stops10h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$282
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/72:00 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops10h 40m
Southwest
Tue 4/147:10 am
SAN
- CMH
2 stops10h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8![Southwest logo]()
$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/23:44 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/106:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop9h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$289
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/37:14 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 48m
Frontier
Mon 4/66:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7![Frontier logo]()
$290
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/244:34 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop9h 35m
Delta
Wed 4/89:55 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop9h 06m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$291
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Tue 7/145:01 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 23m
United Airlines
Tue 7/216:40 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop7h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9![United Airlines logo]()
$292
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/105:42 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop19h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 10/144:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop20h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$297
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 March 10, 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 March 10, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/17:05 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 14m
Delta
Wed 7/82:00 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 57m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/105:45 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Tue 4/1412:00 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/6![Southwest logo]()
$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/32:20 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop9h 59m
Delta
Fri 9/1810:30 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 10m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/105:35 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Mon 6/154:25 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 3/7![Southwest logo]()
$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/312:20 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 38m
Delta
Thu 9/1710:30 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 10m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/303:00 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop9h 20m
Delta
Thu 5/142:07 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 45m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/161:05 pm
CMH
- SAN
Nonstop4h 45m
Southwest
Sun 4/192:10 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/5![Southwest logo]()
$305
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/313:55 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops8h 00m
Southwest
Fri 8/710:15 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8![Southwest logo]()
$330
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/226:00 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 23m
Delta
Sun 5/2410:30 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop7h 35m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/187:35 am
CMH
- SAN
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Wed 4/2212:15 pm
SAN
- CMH
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$340
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/187:00 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 35m
Delta
Mon 7/2710:30 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 10m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$348
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/112:20 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop10h 14m
Delta
Sun 6/149:40 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 18m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$358
Last-minute flights from Columbus to San DiegoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to San Diego. Data last updated March 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to San Diego. Data last updated March 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 3/114:55 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 05m
United Airlines
Sat 3/141:05 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop7h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6![United Airlines logo]()
$300
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/244:34 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop9h 35m
Delta
Wed 4/89:55 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop9h 06m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$291
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Wed 3/257:00 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 44m
United Airlines
Wed 3/2510:30 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5![United Airlines logo]()
$280
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/37:14 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 48m
Frontier
Mon 4/66:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7![Frontier logo]()
$290
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/37:30 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Mon 4/62:00 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/6![Southwest logo]()
$301
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/72:00 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops10h 40m
Southwest
Tue 4/147:10 am
SAN
- CMH
2 stops10h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8![Southwest logo]()
$287
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/95:45 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Mon 4/1311:10 am
SAN
- CMH
Nonstop4h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$305
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/103:30 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Sat 4/188:50 am
SAN
- CMH
2 stops10h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$282
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/152:15 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops8h 57m
United Airlines
Thu 4/162:10 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop6h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9![United Airlines logo]()
$302
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/247:53 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops21h 31m
Frontier
Mon 4/276:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/287:28 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 10m
Delta
Sun 5/1010:15 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 41m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/306:25 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 19m
Delta
Wed 5/137:10 pm
SAN
- CMH
2 stops11h 46m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$297
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 March 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/67:14 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop23h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$78
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 5/78:18 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop15h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$93
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 5/158:18 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$95
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/107:14 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop28h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7![Frontier logo]()
$101
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/128:03 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops44h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10![Frontier logo]()
$102
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/37:14 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops39h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$110
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/78:03 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops51h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 3/8![Frontier logo]()
$113
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Sun 5/38:18 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$116
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/88:18 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops21h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$118
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/117:32 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops38h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10![Frontier logo]()
$120
Find flight deals from Columbus to San Diego
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 March 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $275 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $78 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $411 |
Good round-trip deal | $403 or less |
Good one-way deal | $202 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to San Diego 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 March 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Wed 7/1
7:05 pm-11:19 pm
1 stop7h 14m
San Diego
Wed 7/8
2:00 pm-11:57 pm
1 stop6h 57m
$277
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Fri 4/10
5:45 pm-11:05 pm
1 stop8h 20m
San Diego
Tue 4/14
12:00 pm-10:20 pm
1 stop7h 20m
$277
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Thu 9/3
2:20 pm-9:19 pm
1 stop9h 59m
San Diego
Fri 9/18
10:30 pm-9:40 am
1 stop8h 10m
$277
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Mon 8/31
2:20 pm-7:58 pm
1 stop8h 38m
San Diego
Thu 9/17
10:30 pm-9:40 am
1 stop8h 10m
$277
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Thu 4/30
3:00 pm-9:20 pm
1 stop9h 20m
San Diego
Thu 5/14
2:07 pm-11:52 pm
1 stop6h 45m
$277
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Wed 6/10
5:35 pm-10:50 pm
2 stops8h 15m
San Diego
Mon 6/15
4:25 pm-1:25 am
1 stop6h 00m
$282
Quickest round-trip
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Thu 4/16
1:05 pm-2:50 pm
Nonstop4h 45m
San Diego
Sun 4/19
2:10 pm-1:40 am
1 stop8h 30m
$305
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Fri 5/22
6:00 am-11:23 am
1 stop8h 23m
San Diego
Sun 5/24
10:30 pm-9:05 am
1 stop7h 35m
$308
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Fri 7/31
3:55 pm-8:55 pm
2 stops8h 00m
San Diego
Fri 8/7
10:15 am-7:10 pm
1 stop5h 55m
$330
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Sat 4/18
7:35 am-2:05 pm
2 stops9h 30m
San Diego
Wed 4/22
12:15 pm-11:10 pm
2 stops7h 55m
$340
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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 Columbus to San Diego in March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-San Diego 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 Columbus Airport-San Diego 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 Diego
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to San Diego. Price data was last updated on March 6, 2026.
The price you pay for your flight from Columbus Airport to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 18 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 Columbus Airport to San Diego?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Diego (average of $112). Flying from Columbus Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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 March 10, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego as you normally would.
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 March 10, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Columbus Airport to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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Top 6 airlines flying from Columbus to San Diego
Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to San Diego. 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 March 10, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$107 | Average$275 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$117 | Average$239 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$203 | Average$362 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$253 | Average$395 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$256 | Average$384 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$419 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |