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$107+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SFO
Jun 23 — Jun 301
Mon 6/23
Mon 6/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated June 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$246
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$107
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$407
From Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 18, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/76:30 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop8h 03mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/99:23 amOAK - CMH
1 stop29h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/17$246
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/24:47 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop9h 47mSpirit Airlines
Sun 7/136:30 amSJC - CMH
1 stop7h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/17$247
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/116:28 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop8h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 7/154:44 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop9h 27mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/17$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 7/257:15 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Tue 7/2911:40 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Deal found 6/17$277
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Thu 7/105:25 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop9h 54mFrontier
Thu 7/1710:29 pmSFO - CMH
1 stop10h 13mFrontier
Deal found 6/16$280
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 9/135:52 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop7h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/166:30 amSJC - CMH
1 stop8h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:01 amCMH - SJC
1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/912:45 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/16$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/157:35 amCMH - SFO
Nonstop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/2110:55 pmSFO - CMH
Nonstop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$289
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 9/106:33 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop17h 38mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/223:16 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop10h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/15$301
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 7/256:20 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Tue 7/2912:50 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 6/17$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/166:35 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Wed 7/235:10 amSFO - CMH
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/16$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Fri 8/15:55 pmCMH - SFO
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/712:45 amSFO - CMH
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/17$317

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area 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 June 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Thu 8/7

6:30 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Oakland

Sat 8/9

9:23 am-5:25 pm

1 stop29h 02m

$246

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 7/2

4:47 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop9h 47m

San Jose

Sun 7/13

6:30 am-5:25 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$247

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 7/11

6:28 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 7/15

4:44 pm-5:11 am

1 stop9h 27m

$276

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Fri 7/25

7:15 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 7/29

11:40 pm-9:46 am

1 stop7h 06m

$277

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Thu 7/10

5:25 pm-12:19 am

1 stop9h 54m

San Francisco

Thu 7/17

10:29 pm-11:42 am

1 stop10h 13m

$280

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Sat 9/13

5:52 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 48m

San Jose

Tue 9/16

6:30 am-6:08 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$282

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 9/3

7:01 am-12:39 pm

1 stop8h 38m

San Jose

Tue 9/9

12:45 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$287

ColumbusSan Francisco

CMH - SFO

CMHSFO

Columbus

Tue 7/15

7:35 am-9:36 am

Nonstop5h 01m

San Francisco

Mon 7/21

10:55 pm-6:38 am

Nonstop4h 43m

$289

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 9/10

6:33 pm-9:11 am

1 stop17h 38m

San Jose

Mon 9/22

3:16 pm-5:05 am

1 stop10h 49m

$301

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Fri 7/25

6:20 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 45m

Oakland

Tue 7/29

12:50 pm-1:15 am

1 stop9h 25m

$309

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 18, 2025.

When flying from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated June 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,507 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,810 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $107. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular route from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area is Columbus - San Francisco. You may also consider Columbus - San Jose or Columbus - Oakland.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The cheapest flight price from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area is $236. On average you can expect to pay $796. The most popular route, (Columbus - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $276.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Columbus Airport to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $362). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 June 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$133Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$133Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$152Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$299Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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