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$44+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Columbus

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SAN — CMH
Nov 5 — Nov 121
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The best prices from San Diego to Columbus are usually found in August or January, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Columbus (C01). 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 October 31, 2024.

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March

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$113
(FareScan)

One-way from

$44
(Priceline)
High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 19% potential price drop
From San Diego to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/39:40 amSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 03mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/98:58 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop15h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$113
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/156:25 amSAN - CMH
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/178:27 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop18h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$222
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/102:10 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop27h 33mFrontier
Fri 11/159:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop21h 30mFrontier
Deal found 10/31$244
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Wed 11/138:55 pmSAN - CMH
2 stops21h 50mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/209:15 amCMH - SAN
2 stops11h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/31$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/71:35 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop7h 17mDelta
Tue 12/106:00 amCMH - SAN
1 stop8h 44mDelta
Deal found 10/31$356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:30 amSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/315:03 amCMH - SAN
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/31$379
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/77:00 amSAN - CMH
2 stops13h 42mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/1011:32 amCMH - SAN
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/31$451

Find flights from San Diego to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Columbus 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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Wed 11/20

8:00 am-7:04 pm

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$44

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Thu 11/14

2:19 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop27h 31m

$75

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Tue 12/10

10:15 pm-9:42 am

1 stop8h 27m

$178

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Wed 11/27

12:25 pm-12:42 pm

3 stops21h 17m

$248

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San Diego

Fri 11/22

10:39 pm-10:25 am

1 stop8h 46m

$275

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Fri 11/22

6:15 am-9:20 pm

2 stops36h 05m

$300

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San Diego

Wed 11/20

7:05 am-10:36 pm

1 stop12h 31m

$519

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SANCMH

San Diego

Tue 12/3

9:40 am-6:43 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Columbus

Mon 12/9

8:58 pm-9:19 am

1 stop15h 21m

$113

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SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Thu 11/14

2:19 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop27h 31m

Columbus

Thu 11/21

8:13 pm-4:29 pm

1 stop23h 16m

$149

San DiegoColumbus

SAN - CMH

SANCMH

San Diego

Sun 11/10

2:10 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop27h 33m

Columbus

Fri 11/15

9:40 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$244

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Columbus

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to Columbus including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Columbus. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Columbus. 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 San Diego to Columbus?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from San Diego to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 SAN to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Columbus is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 45% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Columbus. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Columbus flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and Spirit Airlines from San Diego to Columbus. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
9,420 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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7.2

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1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

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Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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8.0

Food

7.2

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1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

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Good
9,240 reviews
8.0
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9,420 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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8.0

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7.2

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1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

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10,000 reviews
8.0
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9,420 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

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Boarding

8.2

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8.0

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7.2

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1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

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8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Columbus?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbus from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Columbus should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Columbus from 5 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Columbus for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Columbus for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $113, but on average you can expect to pay $302.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Diego to Columbus for under $300?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from San Diego to Columbus within the next 7 days for less than $300.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Columbus is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $113 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Alaska Airlines, starting at $244 and $351 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 74% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $44. Users have also found prices from $83 and $178 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

  • What does SAN to CMH mean?

    SAN and CMH are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SAN to CMH refers to a flight route from San Diego Airport to Columbus Airport. Dayton Airport (DAY), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Diego to Columbus?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Las Vegas?

    Las Vegas travelers tend to visit Fremont Street Experience, Colosseum at Caesars Palace, and Stratosphere Tower more than anywhere else. Those on a layover in Las Vegas interested in visiting Fremont Street Experience, Colosseum at Caesars Palace, or Stratosphere Tower can do so by traveling 5.9 mi, 2.6 mi, and 4.3 mi, respectively from Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. Those landing in Las Vegas looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $58 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Diego to Columbus flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Columbus that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to Columbus flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to Columbus with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to Columbus flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Columbus by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Columbus that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to Columbus offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to Columbus?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to Columbus flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Diego to Columbus flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Columbus flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from San Diego to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 San Diego to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Columbus. 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$145Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$154Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$231Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$285Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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