$145+ Cheap flights from Columbus to San Francisco (SFO)
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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SFO
Jun 18 — Jun 251
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 19, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 19, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/56:43 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Mon 6/86:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop8h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19![Frontier logo]()
$319
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Wed 7/14:47 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop10h 40m
Frontier
Mon 7/66:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop7h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/16![Frontier logo]()
$330
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/56:43 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Mon 6/156:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop7h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19![Frontier logo]()
$339
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/218:45 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop16h 44m
Frontier
Tue 8/2512:33 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop24h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 5/16![Frontier logo]()
$348
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 7/12:19 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop7h 30m
United Airlines
Thu 7/99:23 pm
SFO
- CMH
Nonstop4h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/18![United Airlines logo]()
$349
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/244:47 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop10h 35m
Frontier
Fri 8/286:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop7h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/18![Frontier logo]()
$350
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 7/112:45 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Wed 7/812:10 pm
SFO
- CMH
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/18![Southwest logo]()
$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/33:30 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 50m
United Airlines
Sun 7/59:39 pm
SFO
- CMH
Nonstop4h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/15![United Airlines logo]()
$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Thu 7/301:00 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop9h 55m
Southwest
Tue 8/2510:40 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 5/19![Southwest logo]()
$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/243:25 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop11h 00m
Southwest
Tue 6/3012:10 pm
SFO
- CMH
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/15![Southwest logo]()
$360
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/244:47 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop10h 35m
Frontier
Thu 8/279:35 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop15h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 5/16![Frontier logo]()
$361
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/56:43 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Thu 7/29:43 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop15h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 5/15![Frontier logo]()
$363
Best flights from Columbus to San FranciscoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 19, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 19, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/137:00 am
CMH
- SFO
Nonstop5h 06m
United Airlines
Sun 7/59:39 pm
SFO
- CMH
Nonstop4h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/19![United Airlines logo]()
$349
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Fri 7/310:00 am
CMH
- SFO
1 stop10h 30m
Southwest
Fri 7/1012:30 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/19![Southwest logo]()
$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 7/33:30 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop7h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 7/69:23 pm
SFO
- CMH
Nonstop4h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/14![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Thu 7/306:55 am
CMH
- SFO
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Wed 8/269:35 am
SFO
- CMH
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 5/19![Southwest logo]()
$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Thu 8/67:31 pm
CMH
- SFO
Nonstop5h 06m
United Airlines
Sun 8/911:30 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop7h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/19![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/67:00 am
CMH
- SFO
Nonstop5h 06m
United Airlines
Fri 6/1212:45 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop7h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/15![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/69:05 am
CMH
- SFO
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Sat 6/135:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 5/15![Southwest logo]()
$398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/159:30 am
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 22m
United Airlines
Sat 8/2910:15 am
SFO
- CMH
Nonstop4h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Sat 6/133:10 pm
CMH
- SFO
2 stops11h 20m
Southwest
Sat 6/275:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 5/17![Southwest logo]()
$422
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Thu 6/189:00 am
CMH
- SFO
1 stop7h 15m
United Airlines
Mon 6/229:23 pm
SFO
- CMH
Nonstop4h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Thu 6/47:31 pm
CMH
- SFO
Nonstop5h 06m
United Airlines
Wed 6/105:05 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop8h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$411
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Mon 7/137:31 pm
CMH
- SFO
Nonstop5h 06m
United Airlines
Mon 7/209:23 pm
SFO
- CMH
Nonstop4h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/19![United Airlines logo]()
$418
Last-minute flights from Columbus to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco. Data last updated May 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco. Data last updated May 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/56:43 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Mon 6/86:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop8h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19![Frontier logo]()
$319
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/56:43 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Mon 6/156:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop7h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19![Frontier logo]()
$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/55:54 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 08m
United Airlines
Fri 6/129:23 pm
SFO
- CMH
Nonstop4h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/15![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/56:43 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Thu 7/29:43 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop15h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 5/15![Frontier logo]()
$363
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Mon 6/86:43 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Mon 6/156:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop7h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19![Frontier logo]()
$368
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Tue 6/96:10 pm
CMH
- SFO
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Fri 6/1911:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop9h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/17![Southwest logo]()
$364
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Fri 6/124:47 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop10h 40m
Frontier
Mon 6/156:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop7h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/16![Frontier logo]()
$370
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/136:00 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop7h 23m
American Airlines
Mon 6/225:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop7h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/18![American Airlines logo]()
$367
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/191:00 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop9h 55m
Southwest
Mon 6/223:45 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 5/18![Southwest logo]()
$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/235:46 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop9h 23m
American Airlines
Tue 6/3011:29 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop8h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/19![American Airlines logo]()
$349
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/243:25 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop11h 00m
Southwest
Tue 6/3012:10 pm
SFO
- CMH
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/15![Southwest logo]()
$360
One-way flights from Columbus to San FranciscoSearch for one-way flight options from Columbus to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 19, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 19, 2026.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/56:43 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19![Frontier logo]()
$145
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/36:43 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19![Frontier logo]()
$174
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/167:20 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 5/15![Southwest logo]()
$175
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/124:47 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop10h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 5/15![Frontier logo]()
$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/286:00 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop28h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 5/16![Frontier logo]()
$183
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Thu 7/27:05 am
CMH
- SFO
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 5/17![Southwest logo]()
$185
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/243:40 pm
CMH
- SFO
2 stops9h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 5/18![Southwest logo]()
$190
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/56:00 am
CMH
- SFO
2 stops14h 06m
Delta
Deal found 5/19![Delta logo]()
$191
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/16:43 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 5/18![Frontier logo]()
$195
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 7/84:47 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop10h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19![Frontier logo]()
$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/27:31 pm
CMH
- SFO
Nonstop5h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17![United Airlines logo]()
$199
Find flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 May 19, 2026.
Round-trip from | $330 (Frontier) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $145 (Priceline) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $433 |
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Sat 6/13
7:00 am-9:06 am
Nonstop5h 06m
San Francisco
Sun 7/5
9:39 pm-5:31 am
Nonstop4h 52m
$349
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Fri 7/3
3:30 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop7h 10m
San Francisco
Mon 7/6
9:23 pm-5:15 am
Nonstop4h 52m
$359
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Thu 8/6
7:31 pm-9:37 pm
Nonstop5h 06m
San Francisco
Sun 8/9
11:30 pm-9:57 am
1 stop7h 27m
$359
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Sat 6/6
7:00 am-9:06 am
Nonstop5h 06m
San Francisco
Fri 6/12
12:45 am-11:02 am
1 stop7h 17m
$359
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Sat 8/15
9:30 am-2:52 pm
1 stop8h 22m
San Francisco
Sat 8/29
10:15 am-6:01 pm
Nonstop4h 46m
$359
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Fri 7/3
10:00 am-5:30 pm
1 stop10h 30m
San Francisco
Fri 7/10
12:30 pm-11:50 pm
1 stop8h 20m
$369
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Thu 7/30
6:55 am-1:00 pm
2 stops9h 05m
San Francisco
Wed 8/26
9:35 am-10:50 pm
2 stops10h 15m
$369
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Thu 6/18
9:00 am-1:15 pm
1 stop7h 15m
San Francisco
Mon 6/22
9:23 pm-5:15 am
Nonstop4h 52m
$381
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Sat 6/6
9:05 am-3:10 pm
2 stops9h 05m
San Francisco
Sat 6/13
5:00 am-2:35 pm
1 stop6h 35m
$398
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Thu 6/4
7:31 pm-9:37 pm
Nonstop5h 06m
San Francisco
Wed 6/10
5:05 am-4:53 pm
1 stop8h 48m
$411
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to San Francisco?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San Francisco (average of $133). Flying from Columbus to San Francisco in December 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 SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 19, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Columbus to San Francisco as you normally would.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus to San Francisco?
Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated May 19, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Columbus to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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Top 6 airlines flying from Columbus to San Francisco
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$133 | Average$283 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$204 | Average$390 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$229 | Average$426 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$257 | Average$396 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$289 | Average$464 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$322 | Average$406 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |