$79+ 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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SAN
Sep 12 — Sep 191
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 13, 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 13, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/17:02 am -
1 stop9h 17m
Sun 9/66:15 am -
1 stop19h 53m
Deal found 8/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Tue 9/17:00 am -
1 stop8h 12m
Sat 9/511:30 am -
1 stop6h 42m
Deal found 8/10![Delta logo]()
$288
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/184:30 pm -
1 stop10h 21m
Sun 9/206:15 am -
1 stop19h 53m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$289
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/48:27 pm -
1 stop15h 38m
Tue 9/83:45 pm -
1 stop20h 50m
Deal found 8/9![Frontier logo]()
$290
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sun 11/16:25 am -
1 stop6h 55m
Thu 11/512:00 pm -
1 stop8h 33m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$292
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/36:00 am -
1 stop7h 07m
Mon 9/710:45 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 8/12![American Airlines logo]()
$294
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/114:30 pm -
1 stop26h 28m
Thu 9/174:54 pm -
1 stop19h 41m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 11/1312:29 pm -
1 stop11h 03m
Sun 11/1511:34 am -
1 stop6h 23m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$299
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/108:34 am -
2 stops12h 55m
Wed 10/146:25 am -
1 stop6h 07m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Wed 9/165:48 pm -
1 stop8h 47m
Thu 9/244:54 pm -
1 stop19h 41m
Deal found 8/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$301
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/512:05 pm -
1 stop6h 46m
Thu 9/108:00 am -
1 stop9h 04m
Deal found 8/10![Delta logo]()
$302
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/124:27 pm -
1 stop10h 32m
Sun 10/187:13 pm -
2 stops17h 19m
Deal found 8/11![Frontier logo]()
$303
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 13, 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 13, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 10/296:25 am -
1 stop6h 55m
Sun 11/111:31 am -
1 stop6h 27m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$292
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Tue 11/108:27 am -
1 stop9h 20m
Fri 11/139:15 am -
1 stop8h 40m
Deal found 8/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 9/114:25 pm -
1 stop8h 35m
Tue 9/156:20 am -
2 stops11h 15m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$327
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/158:00 am -
1 stop6h 35m
Sat 9/198:45 am -
2 stops9h 05m
Deal found 8/8![United Airlines logo]()
$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Sun 11/15:30 am -
1 stop8h 30m
Tue 11/310:55 am -
2 stops8h 35m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$332
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Thu 9/175:48 pm -
2 stops17h 37m
Mon 9/216:15 am -
1 stop19h 53m
Deal found 8/12![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 10/1012:36 pm -
2 stops10h 32m
Wed 10/146:15 am -
1 stop8h 44m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Fri 10/96:15 am -
2 stops7h 55m
Mon 10/1210:40 pm -
1 stop8h 15m
Deal found 8/11![Southwest logo]()
$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/1712:30 pm -
2 stops10h 32m
Mon 9/217:41 pm -
2 stops10h 48m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$368
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Wed 9/235:48 pm -
2 stops18h 00m
Mon 9/286:15 am -
1 stop19h 53m
Deal found 8/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$391
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Fri 9/412:30 pm -
2 stops10h 25m
Tue 9/810:30 pm -
1 stop7h 59m
Deal found 8/11![United Airlines logo]()
$369
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Tue 9/1511:45 am -
2 stops10h 10m
Sat 9/196:55 am -
2 stops8h 50m
Deal found 8/9![Southwest logo]()
$373
Last-minute flights from Columbus to San DiegoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to San Diego. Data last updated August 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to San Diego. Data last updated August 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/17:02 am -
1 stop9h 17m
Sun 9/66:15 am -
1 stop19h 53m
Deal found 8/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Tue 9/17:00 am -
1 stop8h 12m
Sat 9/511:30 am -
1 stop6h 42m
Deal found 8/10![Delta logo]()
$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/36:00 am -
1 stop7h 07m
Mon 9/710:45 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 8/11![American Airlines logo]()
$292
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/48:27 pm -
1 stop15h 38m
Tue 9/83:45 pm -
1 stop20h 50m
Deal found 8/9![Frontier logo]()
$290
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/512:05 pm -
1 stop6h 46m
Thu 9/108:00 am -
1 stop9h 04m
Deal found 8/10![Delta logo]()
$302
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/114:30 pm -
1 stop26h 28m
Thu 9/174:54 pm -
1 stop19h 41m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$295
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/114:30 pm -
1 stop10h 21m
Tue 9/154:54 pm -
1 stop19h 41m
Deal found 8/8![Frontier logo]()
$305
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 9/119:30 am -
Nonstop4h 30m
Tue 9/157:10 am -
1 stop8h 20m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$312
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Wed 9/165:48 pm -
1 stop8h 47m
Thu 9/244:54 pm -
1 stop19h 41m
Deal found 8/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$301
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/184:30 pm -
1 stop10h 21m
Sun 9/206:15 am -
1 stop19h 53m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$289
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/195:28 am -
2 stops12h 14m
Fri 9/254:50 pm -
1 stop9h 18m
Deal found 8/12![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$299
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 13, 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 13, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/28:27 pm -
1 stop6h 24m
Deal found 8/11![Frontier logo]()
$79
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/144:30 pm -
1 stop26h 29m
Deal found 8/11![Frontier logo]()
$85
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/114:30 pm -
1 stop10h 21m
Deal found 8/11![Frontier logo]()
$92
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/157:30 pm -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$108
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 11/104:34 pm -
2 stops26h 07m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$119
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/78:27 pm -
1 stop15h 38m
Deal found 8/10![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/107:50 pm -
2 stops31h 01m
Deal found 8/11![Frontier logo]()
$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/136:11 pm -
2 stops24h 30m
Deal found 8/11![Frontier logo]()
$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/86:10 pm -
2 stops32h 41m
Deal found 8/11![Frontier logo]()
$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/116:11 pm -
2 stops32h 48m
Deal found 8/11![Frontier logo]()
$128
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 August 13, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $287 (Alaska Airlines) |
One-way from | $79 (Frontier) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $335 |
Good round-trip deal | $376 or less |
Good one-way deal | $298 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 August 13, 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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ColumbusSan Diego
CMH Columbus - SAN San Diego
CMHSAN
Columbus
Thu 10/29
6:25 am-10:20 am
1 stop6h 55m
San Diego
Sun 11/1
11:31 am-8:58 pm
1 stop6h 27m
$292
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH Columbus - SAN San Diego
CMHSAN
Columbus
Tue 11/10
8:27 am-2:47 pm
1 stop9h 20m
San Diego
Fri 11/13
9:15 am-8:55 pm
1 stop8h 40m
$327
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH Columbus - SAN San Diego
CMHSAN
Columbus
Fri 9/11
4:25 pm-10:00 pm
1 stop8h 35m
San Diego
Tue 9/15
6:20 am-8:35 pm
2 stops11h 15m
$327
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH Columbus - SAN San Diego
CMHSAN
Columbus
Tue 9/15
8:00 am-11:35 am
1 stop6h 35m
San Diego
Sat 9/19
8:45 am-8:50 pm
2 stops9h 05m
$332
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH Columbus - SAN San Diego
CMHSAN
Columbus
Sun 11/1
5:30 am-11:00 am
1 stop8h 30m
San Diego
Tue 11/3
10:55 am-10:30 pm
2 stops8h 35m
$332
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH Columbus - SAN San Diego
CMHSAN
Columbus
Thu 9/17
5:48 pm-8:25 am
2 stops17h 37m
San Diego
Mon 9/21
6:15 am-5:08 am
1 stop19h 53m
$353
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH Columbus - SAN San Diego
CMHSAN
Columbus
Fri 10/9
6:15 am-11:10 am
2 stops7h 55m
San Diego
Mon 10/12
10:40 pm-9:55 am
1 stop8h 15m
$353
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH Columbus - SAN San Diego
CMHSAN
Columbus
Sat 10/10
12:36 pm-8:08 pm
2 stops10h 32m
San Diego
Wed 10/14
6:15 am-5:59 pm
1 stop8h 44m
$362
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH Columbus - SAN San Diego
CMHSAN
Columbus
Thu 9/17
12:30 pm-8:02 pm
2 stops10h 32m
San Diego
Mon 9/21
7:41 pm-9:29 am
2 stops10h 48m
$368
ColumbusSan Diego
CMH Columbus - SAN San Diego
CMHSAN
Columbus
Fri 9/4
12:30 pm-7:55 pm
2 stops10h 25m
San Diego
Tue 9/8
10:30 pm-9:29 am
1 stop7h 59m
$369
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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 August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | 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.
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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 $298). Flying from Columbus Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $400). 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 13, 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 August 13, 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.
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
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$205 | Average$316 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$359 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$256 | Average$360 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$400 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |