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$159+ Cheap flights from Columbus to San Jose, CA (SJC)

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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SJC
dic. 26 — ene. 21
vie. 12/26
vie. 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to San Jose are usually found in October or August, booked 7 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to San Jose (SJC). 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 noviembre 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$286
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$159
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$496
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 26, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
mié. 12/101:46 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop9h 55mDelta
mié. 12/177:15 amSJC - CMH
2 stops13h 19mDelta
Deal found 11/25$300
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
mié. 12/106:00 amCMH - SJC
2 stops10h 16mDelta
mar. 12/167:15 amSJC - CMH
2 stops13h 19mDelta
Deal found 11/25$305
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
mar. 12/165:00 amCMH - SJC
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
vie. 12/269:56 amSJC - CMH
1 stop9h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$372
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
vie. 12/1912:35 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
dom. 1/1810:55 amSJC - CMH
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/25$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/121:46 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop9h 55mDelta
vie. 1/97:45 amSJC - CMH
2 stops12h 14mDelta
Deal found 11/26$425
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
mié. 12/106:43 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop18h 31mAlaska Airlines
dom. 12/146:18 amSJC - CMH
1 stop8h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/25$431
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
vie. 12/124:40 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop9h 15mDelta
mié. 12/171:35 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Deal found 11/25$432
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
mié. 12/108:30 amCMH - SJC
1 stop8h 02mUnited Airlines
dom. 12/148:45 amSJC - CMH
2 stops10h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/25$437
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
mar. 12/166:25 amCMH - SJC
2 stops10h 50mSouthwest
vie. 12/266:40 amSJC - CMH
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/25$439

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to San Jose that are best for you.

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Columbus

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San Jose

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

mié. 1/21

8:00 am-2:42 pm

1 stop9h 42m

San Jose

mié. 2/11

6:15 am-6:27 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$286

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

mié. 12/10

4:48 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 07m

San Jose

mar. 12/16

7:15 am-11:34 pm

2 stops13h 19m

$300

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

mié. 12/10

1:46 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop9h 50m

San Jose

mié. 12/17

1:35 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$307

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

sáb. 2/14

7:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop8h 36m

San Jose

mié. 2/18

1:15 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$307

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

jue. 1/29

8:00 am-2:42 pm

1 stop9h 42m

San Jose

dom. 2/1

6:15 am-6:27 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$322

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

sáb. 2/14

2:25 pm-9:12 pm

2 stops9h 47m

San Jose

mié. 2/18

8:50 am-10:05 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$417

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

mar. 3/17

3:45 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$159

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

mar. 3/17

5:30 am-1:40 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$165

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

jue. 12/18

4:48 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$193

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

sáb. 3/28

8:10 am-5:30 pm

2 stops12h 20m

$278

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus to San Jose, California?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to San Jose. Price data was last updated on November 21, 2025.

Booking 7 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to San Jose, California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to San Jose, California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San Jose, California (average of $133). Flying from Columbus to San Jose, California in April is currently the most expensive (average of $277). 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 SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated noviembre 26, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 48% on flights from Columbus to San Jose, California by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 Jose. Reviews last updated noviembre 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to San Jose, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,999 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,046 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,158 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Jose from Columbus?

    Most people fly into San Jose (SJC) if they book a flight to San Jose from Columbus. On average, San Jose has 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day from 5 airlines. San Jose is conveniently located just 2.9 mi from San Jose’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to San Jose, California?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines and Delta fly from Columbus to San Jose, California in about 9h 07m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 35m. The distance from Columbus to San Jose, California is about 2095 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus to San Jose, California round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus to San Jose, California is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $133 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $276 and $306 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 68% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus to San Jose, California one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to San Jose, California are American Airlines ($159), United Airlines ($165), and Delta ($193).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to San Jose?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to San Jose?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to San Jose 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 to San Jose, California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San Jose, California (average of $133). Flying from Columbus to San Jose, California in April is currently the most expensive (average of $277). 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to San Jose

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to San Jose. 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 noviembre 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$133Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$306Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$306Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$312Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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