$94+ 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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SAN
Aug 23 — Aug 301
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 July 24, 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 July 24, 2026.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Tue 9/155:48 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/222:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop11h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$187
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 9/115:48 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/147:15 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop18h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$197
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/257:02 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop10h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 10/22:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop11h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$207
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/48:27 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop15h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/83:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop10h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$219
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 9/48:27 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop15h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/94:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop9h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$234
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/218:27 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 24m
Frontier
Mon 8/246:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop10h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$240
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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
Tue 8/183:45 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop24h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/118:00 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 35m
United Airlines
Sat 8/156:20 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 9/1512:05 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops9h 15m
Southwest
Tue 9/226:55 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/116:35 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 45m
Delta
Sat 8/1510:17 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 40m
Delta
Deal found 7/21![Delta logo]()
$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 9/197:26 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop19h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/268:32 pm
SAN
- CMH
2 stops18h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$270
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/17:02 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop9h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/66:15 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop19h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$272
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 July 24, 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 July 24, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/17:02 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop10h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/62:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop11h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$272
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 9/221:45 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops10h 00m
Southwest
Tue 9/2912:20 pm
SAN
- CMH
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/272:12 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 18m
United Airlines
Sun 8/3010:40 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23![United Airlines logo]()
$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/98:20 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Sun 10/1812:35 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$327
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/55:35 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop9h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/63:43 pm
SAN
- CMH
2 stops10h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$351
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 10/102:16 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 24m
United Airlines
Wed 10/146:15 am
SAN
- CMH
2 stops13h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/19![United Airlines logo]()
$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sun 8/236:00 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Fri 8/2810:10 am
SAN
- CMH
2 stops8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$332
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/1512:30 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops10h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 8/206:55 pm
SAN
- CMH
2 stops11h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/117:00 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Sun 9/132:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/24![Southwest logo]()
$368
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/279:30 am
CMH
- SAN
Nonstop4h 30m
Southwest
Sun 8/3010:40 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$384
Last-minute flights from Columbus to San DiegoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to San Diego. Data last updated July 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to San Diego. Data last updated July 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/118:00 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 35m
United Airlines
Sat 8/156:20 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/111:45 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops10h 00m
Southwest
Sat 8/157:50 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/116:35 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 45m
Delta
Sat 8/1510:17 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 40m
Delta
Deal found 7/21![Delta logo]()
$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/111:45 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops10h 00m
Southwest
Thu 8/136:45 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21![Southwest logo]()
$292
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Wed 8/123:22 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop11h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/194:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop9h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$219
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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
Tue 8/183:45 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop24h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 8/157:05 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 33m
Delta
Thu 8/209:30 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop8h 27m
Delta
Deal found 7/20![Delta logo]()
$277
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Wed 8/195:35 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop9h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 8/257:15 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop18h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$187
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/218:27 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 24m
Frontier
Mon 8/246:25 am
SAN
- CMH
1 stop10h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$240
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Mon 8/247:30 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Thu 8/274:15 pm
SAN
- CMH
Nonstop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$287
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/285:35 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop9h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/63:50 pm
SAN
- CMH
1 stop10h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$282
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 July 24, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/208:34 am
CMH
- SAN
1 stop9h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$94
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 9/185:48 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop8h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/296:28 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops32h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 7/20![Frontier logo]()
$107
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 8/186:10 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops32h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 7/20![Frontier logo]()
$110
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/206:28 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops48h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 7/20![Frontier logo]()
$111
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 10/206:11 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops24h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$112
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/226:28 pm
CMH
- SAN
2 stops32h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$115
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/198:27 pm
CMH
- SAN
1 stop6h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![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 July 24, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $187 (Expedia) |
One-way from | $94 (Alaska Airlines) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $390 |
Good round-trip deal | $368 or less |
Good one-way deal | $238 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 July 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Tue 9/1
7:02 am-2:44 pm
1 stop10h 42m
San Diego
Sun 9/6
2:50 pm-5:08 am
1 stop11h 18m
$272
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Tue 9/22
1:45 pm-8:45 pm
2 stops10h 00m
San Diego
Tue 9/29
12:20 pm-10:50 pm
2 stops7h 30m
$297
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Thu 8/27
2:12 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop7h 18m
San Diego
Sun 8/30
10:40 pm-10:00 am
1 stop8h 20m
$317
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Fri 10/9
8:20 pm-11:45 pm
1 stop6h 25m
San Diego
Sun 10/18
12:35 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop8h 20m
$327
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Sun 8/23
6:00 pm-9:35 pm
1 stop6h 35m
San Diego
Fri 8/28
10:10 am-9:10 pm
2 stops8h 00m
$332
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Sat 9/5
5:35 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop9h 09m
San Diego
Sun 9/6
3:43 pm-5:08 am
2 stops10h 25m
$351
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Sat 10/10
2:16 pm-6:40 pm
1 stop7h 24m
San Diego
Wed 10/14
6:15 am-10:30 pm
2 stops13h 15m
$362
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Fri 9/11
7:00 am-11:15 am
1 stop7h 15m
San Diego
Sun 9/13
2:50 pm-1:25 am
2 stops7h 35m
$368
Quickest round-trip
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Thu 8/27
9:30 am-11:00 am
Nonstop4h 30m
San Diego
Sun 8/30
10:40 pm-10:35 am
1 stop8h 55m
$384
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH - SAN
CMHSAN
Columbus
Sat 8/15
12:30 pm-7:55 pm
2 stops10h 25m
San Diego
Thu 8/20
6:55 pm-9:46 am
2 stops11h 51m
$387
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Compare providers for flights from Columbus to San Diego
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 July.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Diego?
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 35 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Diego (average of $306). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 July 24, 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.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Phoenix (PHX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Columbus Airport to San Diego on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Detroit (DTW) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $266.
What’s the fastest layover option from Columbus Airport to San Diego?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 40m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Columbus Airport to San Diego, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Detroit (DTW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 04m.
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 July 24, 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.
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$101 | Average$250 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$222 | Average$316 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$351 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$256 | Average$362 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$401 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |