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$158+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Columbus

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 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — CMH
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$195
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$158
(Booking.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

March

Average price

$385
From San Jose to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/297:34 pmSJC - CMH
2 stops21h 54mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/512:37 pmCMH - SJC
2 stops33h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$195
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/266:15 amSJC - CMH
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Tue 4/297:45 amCMH - SJC
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Deal found 2/20$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/126:10 amSJC - CMH
1 stop9h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/156:10 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$338
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 5/1611:50 amSJC - CMH
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Fri 5/236:15 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$415
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/155:00 pmSJC - CMH
1 stop10h 18mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 9/218:10 amCMH - SJC
1 stop9h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$416
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 9/1510:20 amSJC - CMH
2 stops16h 58mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/216:25 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop17h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$420
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 3/88:30 amSJC - CMH
2 stops10h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/105:56 pmCMH - SJC
1 stop7h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$474

Find flights from San Jose to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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San Jose

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Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Tue 4/29

7:34 pm-8:28 pm

2 stops21h 54m

Columbus

Mon 5/5

12:37 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops33h 00m

$195

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Sat 4/26

6:15 am-6:13 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Columbus

Tue 4/29

7:45 am-12:11 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$333

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Wed 3/12

6:10 am-7:00 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Columbus

Sat 3/15

6:10 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$338

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Fri 5/16

11:50 am-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Columbus

Fri 5/23

6:15 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$415

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Sat 3/8

8:30 am-10:07 pm

2 stops10h 37m

Columbus

Mon 3/10

5:56 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$474

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Fri 3/7

8:12 am-10:56 pm

2 stops11h 44m

Columbus

Tue 3/11

2:39 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops11h 06m

$627

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Thu 4/3

1:41 pm-11:44 am

2 stops19h 03m

$158

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Tue 4/1

6:25 pm-9:44 am

2 stops12h 19m

$167

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Thu 4/3

2:46 pm-12:31 am

1 stop6h 45m

$171

San JoseColumbus

SJC - CMH

SJCCMH

San Jose

Sat 4/5

9:57 am-10:34 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$224

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from San Jose to Columbus

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from San Jose to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 SJC to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 February 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Jose to Columbus in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Jose to Columbus. 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
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose 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 Jose to Columbus?

    San Jose (SJC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Jose to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from San Jose; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights from the San Jose airport to Columbus. It is only a 2.9 mi journey to San Jose (SJC) from San Jose’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Jose to Columbus round-trip from $195. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $333, and American Airlines, from $338. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 53% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $158 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $167 and $171, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from San Jose to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 Jose to Columbus

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$156Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$251Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$267Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$317Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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