Cheap flights from Columbus to San Diego (SAN) from $96

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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — SAN
Jun 11 — Jun 181

The best prices from Columbus to San Diego are usually found in February or April, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to San Diego (SAN). 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 June 6, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$288

One-way from

$123
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From Columbus to San Diego
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus to San Diego?

Flights from Columbus to San Diego are found to be more expensive on Saturday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to San Diego.

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

To save up to 45% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 22 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Columbus to San Diego from $294 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $460 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

February can be a great time to fly to San Diego from Columbus with a flight ticket averaging about $438. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $172. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to SAN?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to San Diego at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 31% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Cheap Columbus to San Diego flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to San Diego specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Columbus to San Diego in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 7/98:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop20h 29mFrontier
Tue 7/168:00 amSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 40mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$220
Tue 6/188:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Wed 6/2610:08 amSAN - CMH
1 stop27h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$228
Tue 6/188:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Tue 6/2510:18 amSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 21mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$230
Tue 6/118:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Thu 6/138:01 amSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 06mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$237
Tue 7/28:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Tue 7/98:00 amSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 40mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$239
Tue 6/188:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop13h 21mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/257:44 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop7h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$242
Tue 7/98:40 pmCMH - SAN
2 stops23h 32mFrontier
Tue 7/168:00 amSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 40mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$243
Wed 7/173:38 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop7h 22mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/224:27 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop10h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$245
Thu 6/205:58 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop16h 03mFrontier
Wed 6/2610:08 amSAN - CMH
1 stop27h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$247

Columbus to San Diego 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and San Diego in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Columbus to San Diego in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 9/1312:04 pmCMH - SAN
2 stops22h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/1610:15 amSAN - CMH
1 stop7h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$215
Fri 9/1310:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop11h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/1610:15 amSAN - CMH
1 stop7h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$216
Tue 8/68:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop14h 27mFrontier
Wed 8/142:20 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop27h 26mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$218
Tue 7/98:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop20h 29mFrontier
Tue 7/168:00 amSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 40mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$220
Tue 6/188:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Wed 6/2610:08 amSAN - CMH
1 stop27h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$228
Tue 6/188:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Tue 6/2510:18 amSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 21mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$230
Tue 6/118:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Thu 6/138:01 amSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 06mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$237
Tue 7/28:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Tue 7/98:00 amSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 40mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$239
Fri 9/203:30 pmCMH - SAN
2 stops18h 58mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/2412:45 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$241

Columbus to San Diego flights leaving soon

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Tue 6/118:40 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Thu 6/138:01 amSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 06mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$237
Sun 6/169:59 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop12h 07mFrontier
Tue 6/2510:18 amSAN - CMH
1 stop6h 21mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$249
Sun 6/169:59 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop12h 07mFrontier
Wed 6/2610:08 amSAN - CMH
1 stop27h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$256
Sun 6/169:59 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop22h 06mFrontier
Tue 6/188:01 amSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 38mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$263
Sun 6/169:59 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop12h 07mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/257:44 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop7h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$271
Tue 6/119:44 amCMH - SAN
3 stops25h 50mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/132:56 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop12h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$273
Sun 6/169:59 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop12h 07mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/217:59 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop7h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$276
Sun 6/169:59 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop12h 07mFrontier
Tue 6/188:01 amSAN - CMH
1 stop8h 38mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$277
Sun 6/169:59 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop12h 07mFrontier
Mon 6/245:56 pmSAN - CMH
1 stop22h 43mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$287

One-way flights to San Diego from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Columbus to San Diego, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those needing a return flight from Columbus to San Diego can use the search form above.
Thu 9/129:46 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop11h 38mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$96
Wed 6/264:20 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop7h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$101
Wed 6/264:20 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop7h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$102
Wed 8/215:45 amCMH - SAN
2 stops28h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$112
Sat 7/203:23 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$123
Wed 8/215:45 amCMH - SAN
3 stops28h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$127
Mon 7/153:38 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop10h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$128
Tue 7/169:10 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop15h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$137
Thu 7/119:43 pmCMH - SAN
1 stop12h 24mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$140

Find flights from Columbus to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to San Diego 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Fri 9/13

2 stops22h 24m

San Diego

Mon 9/16

1 stop7h 31m

$215

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Fri 9/13

1 stop11h 48m

San Diego

Mon 9/16

1 stop7h 31m

$216

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Tue 8/6

1 stop14h 27m

San Diego

Wed 8/14

1 stop27h 26m

$218

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Tue 7/9

1 stop20h 29m

San Diego

Tue 7/16

1 stop8h 40m

$220

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Fri 9/20

2 stops18h 58m

San Diego

Tue 9/24

1 stop6h 05m

$241

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Wed 7/17

1 stop7h 22m

San Diego

Mon 7/22

1 stop10h 47m

$245

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 8/22

1 stop9h 34m

San Diego

Sun 8/25

1 stop7h 02m

$246

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 8/22

1 stop9h 23m

San Diego

Wed 8/28

1 stop9h 06m

$278

ColumbusSan Diego

CMH - SAN

CMHSAN

Columbus

Thu 10/24

1 stop6h 43m

San Diego

Mon 10/28

2 stops12h 36m

$387

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to San Diego. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
Booking 21 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to San Diego flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Temperature and rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SAN

Temperature

57.2 - 71.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 Diego. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Frontier from Columbus to San Diego. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

7.2
Good
593 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

6.4
Okay
8,567 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to San Diego. 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 into for flights to San Diego from Columbus?

    If you book a flight to San Diego from Columbus, you will be flying to San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego. There are 0 flights from Columbus to San Diego per day from 6 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Columbus to San Diego for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus to San Diego for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $215, but on average you can expect to pay $238.

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

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Columbus to San Diego within the next 7 days for less than $300.

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

    Frontier, at $218, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and American Airlines. Frontier is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $96. Users have also found prices from $101 and $123 on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What does CMH to SAN mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Columbus Airport to San Diego Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a CMH to SAN flight. Dayton Airport (DAY), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to San Diego 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 Columbus to San Diego with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus to San Diego 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 Columbus to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to San Diego 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 Columbus to San Diego that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to San Diego 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 Columbus to San Diego?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to San Diego 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 Columbus to San Diego flight deals updated?

    The Columbus to San Diego flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbus to San Diego?

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San Diego (average of $288). Flying from Columbus to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $347). 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 6 airlines flying from Columbus to San Diego

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$132Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$162Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$237Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$243Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$283Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$321Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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