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$94+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to San Jose (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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SJC
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to San Jose are usually found in September or August, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday 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 (CMH) 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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$114
(Priceline)

One-way from

$94
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$378
From Columbus to San Jose
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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 August 18, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1012:53 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop10h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1611:40 amSJC - CMH
1 stop8h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$114
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Wed 9/1012:53 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop10h 07mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/1111:40 amSJC - CMH
1 stop8h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/18$157
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1012:53 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop10h 07mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/126:35 amSJC - CMH
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$169
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/812:53 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop10h 07mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/116:35 amSJC - CMH
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/18$181
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/78:34 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop17h 56mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/116:35 amSJC - CMH
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$186
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/78:34 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop17h 56mFrontier
Thu 9/112:14 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop26h 25mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$191
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1012:53 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop10h 07mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/136:35 amSJC - CMH
1 stop13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$194
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/218:34 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop17h 56mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/236:35 amSJC - CMH
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$198
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/812:53 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop10h 07mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/112:14 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$199
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/612:53 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop10h 07mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/154:16 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop27h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1712:53 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop10h 07mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/2011:40 amSJC - CMH
1 stop8h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$223

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

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Columbus

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San Jose

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Return

Price

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 9/10

12:53 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop10h 07m

San Jose

Tue 9/16

11:40 am-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$114

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 9/10

12:53 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop10h 07m

San Jose

Thu 9/11

11:40 am-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$157

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 9/10

12:53 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop10h 07m

San Jose

Fri 9/12

6:35 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$169

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Mon 9/8

12:53 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop10h 07m

San Jose

Thu 9/11

6:35 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$181

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Sun 9/21

8:34 pm-11:30 am

1 stop17h 56m

San Jose

Tue 9/23

11:40 am-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$186

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Sun 9/7

8:34 pm-11:30 am

1 stop17h 56m

San Jose

Thu 9/11

6:35 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$186

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Sun 9/7

8:34 pm-11:30 am

1 stop17h 56m

San Jose

Thu 9/11

2:14 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$191

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 9/10

12:53 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop10h 07m

San Jose

Sat 9/13

6:35 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$194

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Mon 9/8

12:53 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop10h 07m

San Jose

Thu 9/11

2:14 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$199

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Sat 9/27

12:53 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$102

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to San Jose

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

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 August 8, 2025.

Booking 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus Airport to San Jose. 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 Airport to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Columbus Airport to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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 August 18, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 46% on flights from Columbus Airport to San Jose 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 August 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus Airport to San Jose. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,925 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,038 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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 Airport to San Jose?

    Spirit Airlines can get you from Columbus Airport to San Jose in just under 10h 07m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 2095 mi between Columbus Airport and San Jose.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Jose, with prices starting at $133. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $285 and $308, respectively. These flights start at 69% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 Airport to San Jose?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Columbus Airport to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$133Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$285Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$338Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$344Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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