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$140+ 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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SJC
Nov 1 — Nov 81
Sat 11/1
Sat 11/8
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(Delta)

One-way from

$140
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$461
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to San Jose
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 October 2, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 11/54:28 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop9h 30mDelta
Wed 11/121:35 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Deal found 10/1$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 11/44:28 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop9h 30mDelta
Mon 11/107:46 pmSJC - CMH
2 stops11h 32mDelta
Deal found 10/2$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 11/58:10 amCMH - SJC
2 stops9h 37mDelta
Tue 11/119:03 amSJC - CMH
2 stops11h 55mDelta
Deal found 10/2$289
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 11/76:24 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop28h 36mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/107:47 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop18h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/1$350
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Thu 11/136:24 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop19h 33mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/166:13 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop20h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/2$358
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 11/711:50 amCMH - SJC
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Mon 11/106:30 amSJC - CMH
1 stop9h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 10/2$362
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 11/1310:26 amCMH - SJC
2 stops10h 12mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/166:30 amSJC - CMH
1 stop7h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/2$364
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Fri 11/74:28 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop9h 30mDelta
Mon 11/107:46 pmSJC - CMH
2 stops11h 32mDelta
Deal found 10/2$365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 11/139:50 amCMH - SJC
2 stops11h 29mDelta
Sun 11/166:59 pmSJC - CMH
2 stops11h 50mDelta
Deal found 10/2$369

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

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San Jose

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Price

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 11/5

5:20 am-10:16 am

1 stop7h 56m

San Jose

Tue 11/11

6:10 am-4:41 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$279

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 11/5

4:28 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop9h 30m

San Jose

Wed 11/12

1:35 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$279

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Tue 10/28

4:28 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop9h 30m

San Jose

Tue 11/4

1:15 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$279

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Sun 10/19

7:08 pm-11:32 am

1 stop19h 24m

San Jose

Sun 10/26

12:27 pm-6:09 pm

1 stop26h 42m

$281

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Tue 10/21

12:18 pm-7:21 pm

2 stops10h 03m

San Jose

Tue 10/28

5:55 am-8:37 pm

2 stops11h 42m

$289

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 10/29

6:30 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop7h 28m

San Jose

Mon 11/3

1:20 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$299

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Mon 10/27

4:28 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop9h 30m

San Jose

Tue 11/4

1:20 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$299

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 10/22

7:36 am-12:25 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$140

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 10/22

2:17 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$140

ColumbusSan Jose

CMH - SJC

CMHSJC

Columbus

Wed 10/22

6:05 am-2:42 pm

2 stops11h 37m

$145

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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 Jose in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-San Jose 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 Jose flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-San Jose flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-San Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose

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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 September 26, 2025.

Booking 7 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 October 2, 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 October 2, 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
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
7,962 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
8,933 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
11,033 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
8,070 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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?

    American Airlines, Delta, and Frontier can get you from Columbus Airport to San Jose in just under 7h 56m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 28m. There are 2095 mi between Columbus Airport and San Jose. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $276 and $306, respectively. These flights start at 69% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to San Jose are American Airlines ($140), United Airlines ($140), and Delta ($145).

  • 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 October 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$133Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$306Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$306Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$312Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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