$125+ 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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SFO
Sep 30 — Oct 71
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 August 31, 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 August 31, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Fri 9/184:30 pm -
1 stop10h 44m
Tue 9/226:04 am -
1 stop30h 31m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$353
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/197:26 pm -
2 stops43h 59m
Mon 9/286:04 am -
1 stop6h 31m
Deal found 8/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$354
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/167:26 pm -
2 stops27h 22m
Fri 9/256:04 am -
1 stop6h 31m
Deal found 8/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$357
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 10/268:34 am -
2 stops14h 59m
Fri 10/306:02 am -
1 stop6h 24m
Deal found 8/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$358
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/179:09 am -
2 stops13h 39m
Sun 9/209:42 am -
1 stop26h 53m
Deal found 8/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$359
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/48:27 pm -
1 stop25h 18m
Mon 9/216:04 am -
1 stop6h 31m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$360
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/208:34 am -
2 stops12h 10m
Tue 10/276:59 pm -
2 stops22h 51m
Deal found 8/27![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$361
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Fri 9/254:30 pm -
2 stops20h 52m
Fri 10/26:04 am -
1 stop6h 31m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$366
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/17:50 pm -
1 stop26h 58m
Sat 10/310:05 pm -
1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 8/30![Frontier logo]()
$367
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 9/95:48 pm -
1 stop8h 11m
Sat 9/194:51 pm -
1 stop9h 17m
Deal found 8/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$368
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/207:50 pm -
1 stop26h 58m
Sat 9/2610:05 pm -
1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 8/30![Frontier logo]()
$369
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 August 31, 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 August 31, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 11/58:27 am -
1 stop8h 43m
Mon 11/96:59 pm -
2 stops22h 56m
Deal found 8/27![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$385
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/1010:25 am -
1 stop10h 50m
Sat 10/176:30 am -
2 stops12h 40m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$410
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 11/53:27 pm -
Nonstop5h 23m
Mon 11/99:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 43m
Deal found 8/31![United Airlines logo]()
$489
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/108:34 am -
1 stop10h 34m
Tue 10/206:59 pm -
2 stops22h 51m
Deal found 8/31![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$414
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 11/128:27 am -
2 stops11h 17m
Sun 11/158:58 pm -
1 stop20h 57m
Deal found 8/28![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$414
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 10/163:41 pm -
Nonstop5h 09m
Fri 10/309:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 43m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$489
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/136:30 am -
1 stop7h 05m
Fri 9/1812:30 pm -
2 stops9h 30m
Deal found 8/28![Southwest logo]()
$493
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/178:34 am -
2 stops12h 10m
Sat 10/249:43 am -
1 stop8h 07m
Deal found 8/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$431
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 11/237:00 am -
Nonstop5h 28m
Fri 11/279:20 pm -
Nonstop4h 43m
Deal found 8/29![United Airlines logo]()
$489
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 -
1 stop8h 52m
Mon 9/2112:23 pm -
2 stops13h 45m
Deal found 8/30![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$437
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/187:00 am -
Nonstop5h 09m
Sun 9/208:20 am -
Nonstop4h 42m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$489
Last-minute flights from Columbus to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco. Data last updated August 31, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to San Francisco. Data last updated August 31, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/48:27 pm -
1 stop25h 18m
Mon 9/216:04 am -
1 stop6h 31m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$360
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 9/95:48 pm -
1 stop8h 11m
Sat 9/194:51 pm -
1 stop9h 17m
Deal found 8/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$368
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/115:48 pm -
1 stop8h 52m
Fri 9/1810:32 am -
2 stops15h 36m
Deal found 8/27![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$371
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Sat 9/125:48 pm -
1 stop8h 02m
Mon 9/146:04 am -
1 stop6h 31m
Deal found 8/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$370
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/167:26 pm -
2 stops27h 22m
Fri 9/256:04 am -
1 stop6h 31m
Deal found 8/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$357
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/179:09 am -
2 stops13h 39m
Sun 9/209:42 am -
1 stop26h 53m
Deal found 8/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$359
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Fri 9/184:30 pm -
1 stop10h 44m
Tue 9/226:04 am -
1 stop30h 31m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$353
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/197:26 pm -
2 stops43h 59m
Mon 9/286:04 am -
1 stop6h 31m
Deal found 8/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$354
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/207:50 pm -
1 stop26h 58m
Sat 9/2610:05 pm -
1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 8/30![Frontier logo]()
$369
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Fri 9/254:30 pm -
2 stops20h 52m
Fri 10/26:04 am -
1 stop6h 31m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$366
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 9/297:50 pm -
1 stop27h 18m
Sat 10/310:05 pm -
1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 8/30![Frontier logo]()
$361
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 August 31, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/234:30 pm -
1 stop10h 44m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$125
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/254:30 pm -
1 stop10h 44m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$136
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/184:30 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/227:50 pm -
2 stops29h 38m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$150
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 9/247:50 pm -
2 stops39h 24m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$155
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 August 31, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $353 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $125 (Frontier) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $454 |
Good round-trip deal | $398 or less |
Good one-way deal | $303 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
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ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH Columbus - SFO San Francisco
CMHSFO
Columbus
Thu 11/5
8:27 am-2:10 pm
1 stop8h 43m
San Francisco
Mon 11/9
6:59 pm-8:55 pm
2 stops22h 56m
$385
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH Columbus - SFO San Francisco
CMHSFO
Columbus
Sat 10/10
10:25 am-6:15 pm
1 stop10h 50m
San Francisco
Sat 10/17
6:30 am-10:10 pm
2 stops12h 40m
$410
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH Columbus - SFO San Francisco
CMHSFO
Columbus
Sat 10/10
8:34 am-4:08 pm
1 stop10h 34m
San Francisco
Tue 10/20
6:59 pm-8:50 pm
2 stops22h 51m
$414
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH Columbus - SFO San Francisco
CMHSFO
Columbus
Thu 11/12
8:27 am-4:44 pm
2 stops11h 17m
San Francisco
Sun 11/15
8:58 pm-8:55 pm
1 stop20h 57m
$414
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH Columbus - SFO San Francisco
CMHSFO
Columbus
Sat 10/17
8:34 am-5:44 pm
2 stops12h 10m
San Francisco
Sat 10/24
9:43 am-8:50 pm
1 stop8h 07m
$431
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH Columbus - SFO San Francisco
CMHSFO
Columbus
Thu 9/17
5:48 pm-11:40 pm
1 stop8h 52m
San Francisco
Mon 9/21
12:23 pm-5:08 am
2 stops13h 45m
$437
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH Columbus - SFO San Francisco
CMHSFO
Columbus
Thu 11/5
3:27 pm-5:50 pm
Nonstop5h 23m
San Francisco
Mon 11/9
9:20 pm-5:03 am
Nonstop4h 43m
$489
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH Columbus - SFO San Francisco
CMHSFO
Columbus
Fri 10/16
3:41 pm-5:50 pm
Nonstop5h 09m
San Francisco
Fri 10/30
9:20 pm-5:03 am
Nonstop4h 43m
$489
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH Columbus - SFO San Francisco
CMHSFO
Columbus
Mon 11/23
7:00 am-9:28 am
Nonstop5h 28m
San Francisco
Fri 11/27
9:20 pm-5:03 am
Nonstop4h 43m
$489
Quickest round-trip
ColumbusSan Francisco
CMH Columbus - SFO San Francisco
CMHSFO
Columbus
Fri 9/18
7:00 am-9:09 am
Nonstop5h 09m
San Francisco
Sun 9/20
8:20 am-4:02 pm
Nonstop4h 42m
$489
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Compare providers for flights from Columbus to San Francisco
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 Francisco in August.
| 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 Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | 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
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Francisco?
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 61 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Francisco (average of $380). Flying from Columbus Airport to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 August 31, 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.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Columbus Airport to San Francisco?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to San Francisco chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Dallas (DFW) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Columbus Airport to San Francisco on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Columbus Airport to San Francisco?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Columbus Airport to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
St. Louis (STL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $241.
What’s the fastest layover option from Columbus Airport to San Francisco?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Columbus Airport to San Francisco, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via St. Louis (STL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 35m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Columbus Airport to San Francisco?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Columbus Airport to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via St. Louis (STL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 00m.
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 August 31, 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.
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Cheapest$176 | Average$283 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
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| Cheapest$322 | Average$393 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |