$89+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 4/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SFO
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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 March 10, 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 March 10, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/101:35 pm
CMH
- SFO
2 stops12h 37m
Delta
Mon 6/1512:40 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop9h 08m
Delta
Deal found 3/7![Delta logo]()
$296
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/311:07 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop9h 07m
Frontier
Sun 4/59:00 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop18h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7![Frontier logo]()
$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/36:45 pm
CMH
- SFO
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Mon 4/611:25 pm
SFO
- CMH
2 stops9h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/5![Southwest logo]()
$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/156:05 am
CMH
- SFO
2 stops16h 50m
Southwest
Wed 4/225:25 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/5![Southwest logo]()
$300
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/37:14 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 09m
Frontier
Sun 4/59:00 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop18h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 3/8![Frontier logo]()
$301
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/237:05 am
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 00m
Delta
Tue 4/2810:32 am
SFO
- CMH
2 stops9h 30m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$302
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/146:05 am
CMH
- SFO
2 stops20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/1510:38 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop13h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$304
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/168:18 pm
CMH
- SFO
2 stops27h 55m
Frontier
Mon 4/206:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop10h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7![Frontier logo]()
$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/128:03 pm
CMH
- SFO
2 stops44h 49m
Frontier
Sat 4/1810:38 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop13h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$306
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/137:14 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/179:07 pm
SFO
- CMH
2 stops18h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/97:00 am
CMH
- SFO
Nonstop5h 06m
United Airlines
Sun 7/129:39 pm
SFO
- CMH
Nonstop4h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6![United Airlines logo]()
$309
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/197:33 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop7h 55m
Frontier
Mon 3/2310:38 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop10h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$310
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 March 10, 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 March 10, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/147:52 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop6h 58m
Delta
Tue 5/198:30 pm
SFO
- CMH
2 stops10h 24m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/27:00 am
CMH
- SFO
Nonstop5h 06m
United Airlines
Sun 7/129:39 pm
SFO
- CMH
Nonstop4h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/245:40 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Sat 5/3011:05 am
SFO
- CMH
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8![Southwest logo]()
$382
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/232:20 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop9h 21m
Delta
Thu 5/281:45 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop7h 45m
Delta
Deal found 3/7![Delta logo]()
$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:00 am
CMH
- SFO
Nonstop5h 07m
United Airlines
Sat 4/1812:45 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop7h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5![United Airlines logo]()
$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/33:34 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 33m
United Airlines
Mon 4/611:59 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop7h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5![United Airlines logo]()
$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/48:55 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop7h 47m
United Airlines
Sun 6/711:30 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop7h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9![United Airlines logo]()
$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/38:55 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop7h 47m
United Airlines
Wed 7/85:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop6h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/257:00 am
CMH
- SFO
Nonstop5h 32m
United Airlines
Tue 3/3112:10 pm
SFO
- CMH
Nonstop4h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7![United Airlines logo]()
$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/267:31 pm
CMH
- SFO
Nonstop5h 06m
United Airlines
Sat 7/46:05 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop8h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/167:00 am
CMH
- SFO
Nonstop5h 07m
United Airlines
Sun 4/1911:52 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop6h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5![United Airlines logo]()
$369
Last-minute flights from Columbus to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco. Data last updated March 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco. Data last updated March 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/171:07 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop9h 07m
Frontier
Mon 3/2310:38 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop10h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$296
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/197:33 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop7h 55m
Frontier
Mon 3/2310:38 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop10h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$310
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/306:24 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop9h 11m
Delta
Mon 4/610:40 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop8h 10m
Delta
Deal found 3/6![Delta logo]()
$309
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/311:07 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop9h 07m
Frontier
Sun 4/59:00 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop18h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7![Frontier logo]()
$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/36:45 pm
CMH
- SFO
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Mon 4/611:25 pm
SFO
- CMH
2 stops9h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/5![Southwest logo]()
$299
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/37:14 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 09m
Frontier
Sun 4/59:00 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop18h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 3/8![Frontier logo]()
$301
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/128:03 pm
CMH
- SFO
2 stops44h 49m
Frontier
Sat 4/1810:38 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop13h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$306
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/137:14 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/179:07 pm
SFO
- CMH
2 stops18h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/146:05 am
CMH
- SFO
2 stops20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/1510:38 pm
SFO
- CMH
1 stop13h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/156:05 am
CMH
- SFO
2 stops16h 50m
Southwest
Wed 4/225:25 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/5![Southwest logo]()
$300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/168:18 pm
CMH
- SFO
2 stops27h 55m
Frontier
Mon 4/206:00 am
SFO
- CMH
1 stop10h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7![Frontier logo]()
$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/237:05 am
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 00m
Delta
Tue 4/2810:32 am
SFO
- CMH
2 stops9h 30m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$302
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 March 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/137:14 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop8h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$89
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/241:07 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop9h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$100
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/118:18 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop30h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 3/8![Frontier logo]()
$103
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/106:40 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop25h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/8![Frontier logo]()
$118
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/316:06 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop7h 30m
Delta
Deal found 3/7![Delta logo]()
$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/197:00 pm
CMH
- SFO
1 stop25h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$121
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/276:44 pm
CMH
- SFO
2 stops46h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$124
Find flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 March 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $296 (Delta) |
One-way from | $89 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $456 |
Good round-trip deal | $376 or less |
Good one-way deal | $168 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Thu 5/14
7:52 pm-11:50 pm
1 stop6h 58m
San Francisco
Tue 5/19
8:30 pm-9:54 am
2 stops10h 24m
$302
Quickest round-trip
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Thu 7/2
7:00 am-9:06 am
Nonstop5h 06m
San Francisco
Sun 7/12
9:39 pm-5:31 am
Nonstop4h 52m
$309
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Sat 5/23
2:20 pm-8:41 pm
1 stop9h 21m
San Francisco
Thu 5/28
1:45 pm-12:30 am
1 stop7h 45m
$309
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Wed 4/15
7:00 am-9:07 am
Nonstop5h 07m
San Francisco
Sat 4/18
12:45 am-10:57 am
1 stop7h 12m
$319
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Fri 4/3
3:34 pm-9:07 pm
1 stop8h 33m
San Francisco
Mon 4/6
11:59 pm-10:57 am
1 stop7h 58m
$324
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Thu 6/4
8:55 pm-1:42 am
1 stop7h 47m
San Francisco
Sun 6/7
11:30 pm-9:57 am
1 stop7h 27m
$329
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Fri 7/3
8:55 pm-1:42 am
1 stop7h 47m
San Francisco
Wed 7/8
5:00 am-2:28 pm
1 stop6h 28m
$329
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Wed 3/25
7:00 am-9:32 am
Nonstop5h 32m
San Francisco
Tue 3/31
12:10 pm-8:04 pm
Nonstop4h 54m
$349
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Fri 6/26
7:31 pm-9:37 pm
Nonstop5h 06m
San Francisco
Sat 7/4
6:05 am-5:08 pm
1 stop8h 03m
$359
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH - SFO
CMHSFO
Columbus
Thu 4/16
7:00 am-9:07 am
Nonstop5h 07m
San Francisco
Sun 4/19
11:52 pm-9:43 am
1 stop6h 51m
$369
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco in March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-San Francisco 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 Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-San Francisco 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 Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Columbus to San Francisco
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CMH-SFO
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 6, 2026.
The price you pay for your flight from Columbus Airport to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 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 Francisco?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Francisco (average of $183). Flying from Columbus Airport to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of $292). 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 March 10, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Columbus Airport to San Francisco as you normally would.
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 March 10, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Columbus Airport to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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Top 6 airlines flying from Columbus to San Francisco
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$124 | Average$283 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$343 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$208 | Average$343 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$229 | Average$432 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$289 | Average$426 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$326 | Average$437 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |